Research

1. Consulting
   University faculty are permitted to undertake outside paid consulting work, as long as that work does not interfere with the faculty member’s teaching and research obligations, and is managed solely by the faculty member. In some instances, approval from the University is required. For more information, click here.
2. Service Agreements
   Service agreements are signed when the University provides technical services or the use of facilities (i.e. equipment and laboratories) for research purposes. These agreements are administered at the divisional level. Unsure if your agreement is a service agreement? IPO can help!
3. Sharing Information, Equipment & Materials
   Often time research at the University of Toronto involves the exchange of knowledge and resources. All work performed at the University must be carried out in accordance to agreements relating to material transfer, confidentiality, equipment loan, software, data exchange, and visiting scientists. Researchers are required to understand and abide by these agreements.

Click here for our agreement templates.

Questions? Concerns? If you have any questions after reading our guides, the Innovations & Partnerships Office is happy to help!