1. Purpose

This policy aims to ensure that all faculty members at US Meta Arees International University are selected and appointed according to strict academic and professional standards that guarantee the quality of education, research, and adherence to American academic values.

2. Scope of Application

This policy applies to:

• Full-time faculty members
• Part-time faculty members
• Visiting lecturers
• Trainers in professional programs

Across all colleges and programs of the University.

3. Core Principles

The University adopts the following principles in appointing faculty members:

• Academic merit
• Professional integrity

• Teaching competence
• Fairness and non-discrimination
• Compliance with U.S. higher education standards

4. Required Qualifications

4.1 Academic Programs

Faculty members must hold:

• An academic degree higher than the level they teach
• A Doctorate for teaching doctoral programs
• At least a Master’s degree for teaching Master’s programs
• A Bachelor’s degree plus professional experience for certain applied undergraduate programs

4.2 Professional Programs

Professional trainers may be appointed provided they have:

• A minimum of five (5) years of verified practical experience
• A relevant professional qualification or specialized certificate
• Approval from the Academic Committee

5. Appointment Procedures

The appointment process follows these stages:

1. Submission of a formal application and curriculum vitae
2. Submission of academic credentials
3. Review by the Academic Committee
4. An academic or professional interview
5. Approval by the Academic Affairs Council

No faculty member shall be appointed without formal approval from the University.

6. Verification and Documentation

The University verifies:

• The authenticity of academic degrees
• Professional experience
• Identity

The University reserves the right to reject or terminate contracts if false information is discovered.

7. Academic Responsibilities

Faculty members are required to:

• Adhere to approved curricula
• Assess students fairly
• Maintain academic integrity
• Follow professional codes of conduct

8. Performance Evaluation and Monitoring

Faculty members are subject to:

• Periodic performance evaluations
• Teaching quality reviews
• Student feedback surveys

Contracts may not be renewed in cases of unsatisfactory performance.