Faculty Benefits
Benefits & Opportunities at a Glance
50% Duty-Free Vehicle Allowance
Grenada law entitles full time faculty members to purchase a motor vehicle from a local supplier exempt from 50% import duty.
Sabbatical Leave
Full-time faculty at the rank of Demonstrator, Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor will be entitled to apply for paid sabbatical leave for the preceding period of 72 months of consecutive services.
Medical Insurance Group Plan
Full-time members of faculty have the opportunity to obtain medical insurance coverage through one of the University’s two group health insurance plans – Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company or Pan American Life Insurance Company.
Medical Evacuation
Full-time members of faculty are covered for medical evacuation under the Jet ICU Medical Evacuation Insurance Plan.
Time Off
Faculty receive paid time off for vacation, holidays, and medical/parental leave. The amount of time is dependent on position and duration of service.
Professional Development
There are several options accessible to faculty for continuing education and professional development.
Educational Development Allowance
After one year of service and upon acceptance of an offer of renewal of your contract, each full-time member of faculty becomes eligible to attend an Educational Development Meeting/Conference annually, according to University Policy.
Small Research Grant Initiatives
Full time faculty are encouraged to apply for a small research grant initiative (SRGI) to conduct pilot studies that will enable them to compete for external research funds. Such awards can be used to purchase small equipment items, consumables, and ground transportation deemed necessary to implement the research program. Applicants are encouraged to secure funds for regional and international travel from other sources available to them at the University (professional travel etc.). The SRGI does not cover support for presentations at conferences. Grants will not normally exceed US$5,000.00 (inclusive of compensation to research assistants).
Leadership and Excellence in Academic Development (LEAD)
Our Department of Educational Services supports faculty development, supplemental learning, and online instructional innovation throughout our campus.
The LEAD division provides faculty with services and resources designed to foster effective student learning and engagement, both online and in-person. Faculty participate in a wide variety of workshops and events to build skills and/or to earn a Certificate in University Teaching.
Health and Wellness
On-site Health Clinic
University Health Services Clinic (UHS) provides easy access to health care to the University Community. They offer a wide variety of out-patient services to meet our SGU community’s health care needs on campus. Besides regular clinic hours, UHS provides emergency medical services 7 days per week and 24 hours per day.
PsychologicalServices
The Psychological Services Center (PSC) provides a variety of programs designed to meet the unique needs of our university community. Activities range from outreach and crisis consultation to confidential counseling and psychotherapy. Services are available free of charge to SGU students, staff, faculty and their significant others.
Veterinary Services
St. George’s University School of Veterinary medicine has a full complement of faculty including board certified internal medicine specialists, surgeons, criticalists, radiologists, anesthesiologists, and pathologists.
Services at the SAC include vaccination, Heartworm Testing & Prevention, Flea & Tick Prevention, Deworming, Dental Care, Spays & Neuters, Wellness Examinations, Nail Trimming, Medical Grooming, Sick visits, 24 Hour Emergency Care.
University Club
The University Club is a private members club and SGU employees are eligible for membership. The club features a restaurant, 2 bars, swimming pool, and water sports equipment.
Access to On-siteGym Facility
All Students, Faculty and Staff are encouraged to use our state-of-the–art gym facilities.
SGU is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment. SGU is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment, employment-related decisions, or in business dealings on the basis of race, color, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. SGU strives to provide an environment free of discrimination to our employees, customers, vendors and other third-party partners.