New Hire Orientation Policy

Amended: 11/7/2023

Provided by: Department of Human Resources

Related Links and Resources:

• Collective bargaining agreements
• Postdoctoral Scholars Handbook
• Faculty: Faculty should refer to the handbook of their primary school affiliation for guidance

This policy applies to all staff, limited term staff, postdoctoral scholars, faculty, or any other members of the Tufts community who are paid directly by Tufts University’s payroll department, or who work under faculty or postdoctoral scholar handbooks, or who are otherwise covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

The University recognizes the importance of formal orientation processes for you as a new member of the Tufts’ community, to provide a uniform onboarding, to distribute appropriate electronic resources, materials, and workplace information.  These sessions are held via Zoom invitation, as confirmed via electronic invitation.  Faculty and faculty-related new hires receive separate orientation sessions as well as a welcome program, provided through their primary school or program and the Office of the Provost.

At the start of employment, you are expected to participate in Tufts’ New Employee Orientation Program. The intent of the program is to introduce you to the mission, culture, and values of the University.

University policies, resources and procedures links are also presented. During this orientation, you will also learn more about the numerous benefits available to you.