The Office of the Provost has issued a policy on conflict of interest, which is established as an integral part of the University's efforts to ensure that all who act in the University's name will conduct themselves in accordance with high ethical standards. The policy is applicable to officers, faculty, staff and others who are compensated by the University for their services and act as its agents. The policy embodies the concept of commitment required of each faculty and staff members.
The University's reputation for integrity, and its favored status as an institution exempt from taxation, requires that decisions made on behalf of the University reflect the best interests of the institution, and not be motivated by a desire for personal and private gain. Each of us, therefore, is responsible for resolving conflicts between personal and institutional interests in favor of the University.
The Office of Purchasing Services has also issued a specific policy regarding vendors. It states that all faculty and staff are expected to have no personal interest in suggesting or specifying vendors; that there be no personal relationships; and that there be no direct or indirect incentive or reward (financial or otherwise).
Additionally, the Personnel Policy Manual states that immediate family
members and members of the same household are not to be employed in a
position where one has line authority over personnel actions concerning
the other.
- Policy from the Office of the Provost
- Personnel Policy Manual
- Purchasing Guidelines, Office of Purchasing Services
- Office of the Provost-410-516-8070
- Homewood Human Resources-516-8042
- Krieger School of Arts and Sciences Research Administration Office 410-516-8841
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