Careers at The University of Akron
The Akron Advantage
Building a Brighter Future Together
Higher Education is a special place, and our employees and students make our campus diverse and vibrant. Working at UA includes a variety of perks and benefits not common in other industries.
Our award-winning Rec & Wellness Center offers special employee/family memberships, along with a variety of classes and activities.
Many employees, their spouses, and dependents may receive tuition remission - allowing them to enroll at UA at a significant discount. We believe education is a lifelong journey, whether exploring a new career path, staying current in your profession, or becoming the first in your family to attend college.
Additional perks may include competitive insurance coverage, membership in an Ohio public pension fund with options to invest in other retirement accounts, paid holidays and vacation, sick leave for you or a family member, and more.
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If you are not currently employed by the University of Akron, search for jobs and apply by creating a new account or signing into your current applicant account.
Internal applicants are encouraged to apply for open positions at UA by logging into the Workday portal.
Graduate students are sometimes eligible to receive a graduate or research assistantship that pays for tuition and provides a modest stipend in return for specified hours of work, usually 20 hours per week.
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Disability Accommodation Notice
The University of Akron is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals. The University’s policies and procedures strive to increase inclusion and to provide full access to all activities and services of the University of Akron. If you need to request an accommodation to assist with your applicant experience, please contact our ADA Coordinator, Tami Hannon, at tlz2@uakron.edu or 330-972-7300.
About UA
By the Numbers
UA main campus is located 40 minutes from Cleveland, 30 minutes from Canton, one hour from Youngstown, and 2 hours from Columbus.
Spring 2025 total student headcount: 14,813.
Total employees as of Spring 2025: 5,403.
87.2% of undergraduates are from Ohio, 9.8% are from out of state and 3% are from another country.
Approximately 180,000 alumni live and work around the world.
A vibrant campus life with more than 300 student organizations.
UA’s Commitment to EEO
The University of Akron, as an equal education and employment institution, is committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified individuals in its education programs or activities, including applicants for admissions or employment, will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military status or status as a veteran. To further this commitment, the University complies with state and federal laws which prohibit discrimination. Questions or concerns about the administration of this commitment can be directed to the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Office.
Protecting Rights Under Title IX
The University also strives to provide an environment free from the negative impacts of gender-based discrimination and harassment as prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972. Questions about Title IX can be referred to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Education or both. For more information on Title IX at the University of Akron, including how to contact the Title IX Coordinator, how to file a complaint under Title IX with the University or the Title IX process at the University of Akron, please visit the University’s Title IX page.
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Annual Security and Fire Report
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