Approved Leaves

The University of Washington provides various leave opportunities to accommodate many personal and professional situations. Below is a brief summary of the leaves offered to faculty, librarians, academic staff and senior fellows, as well as information intended to assist in the administration of these leaves. If you have any questions regarding content on this site please contact Academic HR if you need assistance.

• Leave Without Pay

• Military Leave

• Paid Sick Leave

• Family and Medical Leaves

 

Vacation Time

Faculty, academic staff and senior fellows at the University of Washington are not eligible to receive or accrue vacation. However…

• Senior fellows and academic staff hired on a 12-month basis are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period. One month is available for paid time off. Individuals should work with their lab to arrange time off in advance.

• Record keeping is managed at the local level. Labs should coordinate procedures through their Departments.