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Whether performing groundbreaking research, supporting innovation, or pushing our students to be their best, we do more than “work here,” we continue the transformation that has led UConn to stand among the nation’s leading public research institutions.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.
Open Positions at UConn
Please review the required notices and policy statements below prior to searching UConn job listings.
UConn’s Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace
The University of Connecticut is committed to fostering a non-discriminatory and inclusive workplace built on collaboration and belonging that recognizes and embraces the unique talents and contributions of our diverse workforce. All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.
Clery Compliance Statement
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act)
The University of Connecticut Police Department invites all prospective University employees, current employees and students to read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report and the compilation of criminal incidents charged or alleged on campus grounds “crime log”. These reports are prepared in cooperation with many departments throughout the university along with local law enforcement agencies. These entities provide updated information on their educational efforts and programs to comply with the Clery Act. Written copies of the report may be requested from the UConn Police Department. Visit clery.uconn.edu for additional information.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and a Respectful Workplace
UConn is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all its employees and applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religious creed, age, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions), marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities (including learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and past or present history of mental illness), veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive system, gender identity or expression, or membership in any other protected classes as set forth in state or federal law.
For questions related to the University’s non-discrimination policies, please contact the Office for Inclusion and Civil Rights at 860-486-2943 or via email at equity@uconn.edu.
Discrimination Compliant Procedures
The Office for Inclusion and Civil Rights (OICR) encourages all members of the University community to partner in ensuring an environment free of discrimination at all University-related activities and in the working and learning environment. The University prohibits all forms of disability discrimination, including the failure to provide reasonable accommodations and discrimination or harassment based on disabilities. To that end, incidents of discrimination or discriminatory harassment by University employees should be reported to OICR. Complaints may be submitted to OICR via email or the Reporting Form.
Civil Rights Enforcement Agencies
In addition to reporting to OICR, complaints of discrimination and/or discriminatory harassment may be made to civil rights enforcement agencies outside the University. Information about these agencies is available on OICR’s civil rights enforcement agencies webpage.
Recruiting Veterans
UConn respects the commitment of applicants and employees who have served in the armed forces and values their skills and abilities. The University has dedicated efforts to actively recruit, employ and support veterans as members of the UConn community. The University of Connecticut is committed to the recruitment of veterans for employment and promotion throughout the University and ensures accommodation for veterans with disabilities.
For more information about veteran support please contact the Office of Veteran Affairs and Military Programs at 860-486-2442 or via e-mail at veterans@uconn.edu.
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance & Accommodations
Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations under the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Accommodations are available to help applicants complete application materials and during the interview and hiring process itself. The University engages in an interactive process with each person making a request for accommodations and reviews the requests on an individualized, case-by-case basis.
The Office for Inclusion and Civil Rights (OICR) is charged with processing and facilitating requests for ADA accommodations. If you believe you may need an accommodation, or if you are a supervisor or manager who has been presented with a request for an accommodation, information and contacts are available on OICR’s accommodations webpage or call 860-486-2943 for further assistance.
Protected Classes
Equal employment opportunity (EEO) ensures practices under which no individuals are excluded from consideration, participation, promotion or benefits based on actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religious creed, age, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions), marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities (including learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and past or present history of mental illness), veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, gender identity or expression, or membership in any other protected classes as set forth in state or federal law.
Application FAQs
Are you interested in receiving general job updates and other notification from the organization?
- Click on the Subscribe button under Job Alerts on the left hand side of our Career Page or click here.
- You can create a job alert and we will send you an e-mail when a position becomes available that matches your criteria.
- To edit a job alert, please re-enter your search criteria and this will automatically override your previous subscription.
- Narrow criteria down by Work Type, Categories and Locations.
How can I check my status for a job I’ve applied to?
- You can check your status by logging in to your profile and reviewing your Home Page.
- Click on the Login button under Returning Applicant? on the left hand side of our Career Page
I forgot my password. Can I retrieve or reset it?
- Yes, if you forgot your password you can easily reset it.
- Click on the Login button under Returning Applicant? on the left hand side of our Career Page.
- Click on Forgotten your password? to the right of the Login button.
- Type in the email address you previously used to make a profile.
Background Checks
Pre-employment background checks (CBC) serve as an important element of the University’s ongoing efforts to ensure a safe and secure campus and workplace. Criminal history information can identify prospective employees who may be predisposed to engage in violence, sexual misconduct, misappropriate use of resources, identity theft, data breaches and other misconduct.
Note that all offers of employment are subject to a pre-employment background check. The hiring department is responsible for fees associated with the completion.
Visit Background Checks at UConn for more info.
