The Guidelines for Texas A&M University Research Professor Positions  apply to the appointment, evaluation, responsibilities and reappointment of Texas A&M research assistant professor, research associate professor and research professor, as well as the limitations pursuant to this position.

Texas A&M research assistant professor, research associate professor and research professor hires are administered and approved by the dean of faculties. As part of the process, the Office of the Vice President for Research will review the hiring packets for the purpose of assessing the candidate's scientific competencies in connection with the position being offered.

Please see Texas A&M University System Policy 12.01 - Academic Freedom, Responsibility and Tenure and Texas A&M University Rule 12.01.99.M2 - University Statement on Academic Freedom, Responsibility, Tenure, and Promotion, which apply to research professors as appropriate.