The Scientist-Investigator Subtrack 1A applies to all faculty members within the "Investigator Track" who do not have formal patient-care or clinical responsibilities. Faculty members in the Subtrack 1A are expected to devote the majority of their time and effort in research and teaching. The title of the rank is unmodified, e.g. Assistant Professor of Physiology. Upon the recommendation of the Department Chairperson and approval of the Dean, a faculty member holding a PhD degree may belong to this track and have a primary appointment in a clinical department.