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Why Northwestern?
A special place to work.
Northwestern employs professionals who want to make a difference and contribute to one of the world’s premier research and teaching universities. HR helps faculty and staff do their best work through comprehensive benefits and professional support.
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Tuition Discounts
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Save for retirement through a plan that includes University-matched contributions.
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Our resources help you balance work and personal priorities.
We offer programs, services and consultation to help you navigate life's challenges and opportunities.
Working with students to build community and find their passions has helped me find my passion as well. Northwestern admissions recruits some of the brightest minds in the world and working with them has been the highlight of my career.”
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COVID-19 Temporary Caregiver Grant
The COVID-19 Temporary Caregiver Grant is intended to help alleviate the unprecedented burdens COVID-19 has imposed on caregivers.
COVID-19 and Campus Updates
Find information and resources for Northwestern's phased return to campus.
Wellness Grants for Physical, Emotional or Financial Wellness
Apply for a grant on behalf of your team, office, department or school this quarter. Applications will be accepted April 5 through April 30.
Events
Conversations with the President
April 13, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
New Faculty and Staff Benefits Orientation
April 21, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Antiracism in Thought and Action | Lessons from the Field: A Real...
April 27, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM