Extension Requests

In order to extend a postdoctoral appointment beyond 4 years, approval of the Associate Provost and Dean of the Graduate School is required.

Requests for approval should include:

the career plan or individual development plan (IDP)
copies of annual evaluations
rationale for extension based on the need for additional skills or project completion
an exit plan (leaving UF, assistance provided to search for new position, etc.)

The request must be made no later than 6 months prior to the termination date of the original appointment.