Next Chapter Leadership: Mastering WashU HR Policies for Established Faculty Career Transitions

February 20, 2026
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

For WashU Medicine Senior Faculty Leaders

Part of the Next Chapter Leadership Program


Navigate planning for career transitions through expert guidance from WashU Medicine on policies, timelines, and opportunities.

Session Highlights:

  • Comprehensive review of phased retirement options, benefits transitions, emeritus policy, and timeline considerations
  • Understanding emeritus status eligibility, application processes, and associated privileges
  • Coordinating with HR partners to ensure smooth administrative transitions

Program Details:

Friday, February 20
3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Virtual Workshop

Facilitated by:

  • WashU Medicine Human Resources
  • The Office of the Vice Chancellor and General Counsel

About Next Steps Leadership

This multi-session program equips senior leaders in academic medicine to thoughtfully guide established faculty through career transitions and retirement planning, transforming what’s often viewed as an ending into a strategic continuation of scholarly impact and institutional legacy.

Additional Next Chapter Leadership Programs

The Art of Meaningful Career Next Steps Conversations Workshop: Develop the skills to guide faculty through career transitions with empathy, addressing timing, financial security, and professional identity.

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Book Discussion: From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life.

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Sponsored by the Office of Faculty Promotions & Career Development. For questions, contact our team at medfacultyoffice@wustl.edu.

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Next Chapter Leadership - Spring 2026
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