1. Permitted Time Limits – Conflict of Commitment Guidance

• Institutional Time - The time generally required for individuals to fulfill their Institutional Responsibilities. 
• Permitted Time - A fraction of Institutional Time designated for OPAs, granted as a privilege to faculty and certain other roles. 

If you exceed or anticipate exceeding the Permitted Time, inform your immediate supervisor and update your OPA disclosure with details.

• Faculty & Senior Researchers: Up to 20% of your Institutional Time.
• Principal Researchers: Up to 10% of your Institutional Time.
• Professors of the Practice & Adjunct Professors: As approved by your department head or dean.
• Graduate Students: Up to 8 hours per week or as specified in the Graduate Policies and Procedures.
• Research Staff, Administrative Staff and Others: Check the “Roles without Permitted Time” Section 5 for guidance.

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