Section 33 of The Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research Act, 2011
- (1)Every employee of the Academy shall be appointed on contractual basis under a written contract, which shall be lodged with the Academy and a copy of which shall be furnished to the employee concerned: Provided that all scientists and other employees of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research engaged in the service of the Academy shall be governed by the service conditions, rules and regulations of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research.
- (2)The Academy shall have a flexible compensation system which recognises performance, as laid down in the Statutes, to bring the best talent in the Academy: Provided that the scientists of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research--
- (a)engaged in the service of the Academy; and
- (b)who draw their salary from the Council, shall be eligible for such allowances or honorarium, as may be determined by the Statute.
Summary
- All regular employees of the Academy must be hired on a contractual basis under a written contract.
- Each written contract must be lodged (officially filed) with the Academy, and a copy must be given to the employee.
- Scientists and staff from the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research who work for the Academy are governed by the rules and service conditions of the Council, not the Academy's contract rules.
- The Academy must use a flexible compensation system that rewards performance, as set out in the Statutes.
- Council scientists who work for the Academy and draw their salary from the Council can receive allowances or honorariums as determined by the Statutes.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Are employees of the Academy appointed as permanent lifelong civil servants?
No, every employee of the Academy must be appointed on a contractual basis under a written contract.
2. What happens to a contract once an employee is hired?
The written contract must be lodged with the Academy, and a copy must be given to the employee.
3. Which rules govern Council of Scientific and Industrial Research scientists who teach at the Academy?
They are governed by the service conditions, rules, and regulations of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research.
4. How does the Academy reward high-performing staff members?
The Academy utilizes a flexible compensation system that recognizes performance, as detailed in the Statutes, to attract top talent.
5. Can Council scientists who are paid by the Council receive extra pay for working at the Academy?
Yes, they are eligible to receive allowances or an honorarium as determined by the Statutes.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 33 of The Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research Act, 2011, what is the mandatory format for appointing regular employees of the Academy?
Q2.Under Section 33 of The Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research Act, 2011, which rules govern the service conditions of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research scientists who are engaged in the service of the Academy?
Q3.Under Section 33 of The Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research Act, 2011, what kind of compensation system is the Academy required to have to attract top talent?
Q4.Under Section 33 of The Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research Act, 2011, what can a Council scientist who draws their regular salary from the Council receive for teaching or working at the Academy?