External referees are one of the key components in the assessment of a new appointment, promotion and/or tenure cases. Here is information and templates to assist you in the process.
Letters of Reference Chart and Referee Selection Summary
- Letters of Reference Chart (rev Jan 2022): Letter of reference requirements.
- Referee Selection and Summary: Suggested format for the list of referees as well as guidance on choosing referees.
Templates
Research Stream
Traditional Scholarship
Blended Scholarship
Traditional Scholarship AND Professional Contributions OR Scholarship of Teaching
The following are excerpts that accompany the referee solicitation letter:
Table of Research Stream Criteria (OPTIONAL – for further context)
Additional excerpts for Blended Scholarship
Educational Leadership Stream
For advice on letter language and required enclosures…
Please contact Manager, Faculty Affairs
as assigned to your unit, per Faculty Affairs-HR Contact List with Portfolio Breakdown
Partner Stream
Referee Solicitation Letter Template
Referee Solicitation Letter Template – Partner Stream – 2023
The following are excerpts that accompany the referee solicitation letter:
UBC Faculty of Medicine Policy on Partner Appointments