Steps to take to resolve a problem in the lab
If a problem between a student and a major professor/ lab member develops, the following steps should be taken:
- The student and major professor should attempt to resolve the problem through discussion.
- If the student is not satisfied with the result, they should present the problem to another member of their advisory committee.
- If a committee has not yet been formed, the student should contact the Chair of the CMP Program. The Chair will then attempt to resolve the problem to the satisfaction of both the major professor and student.
- If the problem still cannot be solved, the Chair will present the problem to the CMP Steering Committee (not including the major professor if he/she is a member of the committee).
- If the decision warrants the student leaving the laboratory the student should meet with a grievance advisor and discuss a rotation. Students must be in good academic standing. Case by case rotations are approved for one month. The student’s current PI financially supports one month of rotation.
- If the student does not successfully find another laboratory home, after a maximum of three rotations, the student will be dismissed from the program.