About University of California, Merced
What is the University of California, Merced?
The University of California, Merced (UC Merced) is a public research university in Merced, California, and the newest of the ten University of California campuses, opened in 2005. It is a fast-growing research university serving California's Central Valley.
Where will I work?
UC Merced staff work from the University's campus in Merced, California. Compressed and hybrid work arrangements are available to staff through the University's alternate-work-schedules policy.
What is the team like?
Around 1,700 staff and faculty across academic departments, research, libraries, IT, finance, facilities, student services and administration.
Work-Life Balance
UC Merced's alternate-work-schedules policy provides for a genuine compressed work week — "A full-time work schedule that consists of 40 hours in one designated workweek, or 80 hours in two consecutive workweeks." The most common form is the "4/10 schedule" — "An employee works four 10-hour days each week with an extra day off." It is a year-round option, subject to operational needs and supervisor approval.
Perks and Benefits
- Compressed work week — a 4/10 schedule of four 10-hour days with an extra day off (year-round flexible-work option).
- Hybrid and remote options through the alternate-work-schedules policy.
- University of California Retirement Plan pension.
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage.
- Generous paid time off and university holidays.
- Tuition benefits for staff and their families.
How to Apply
Browse and apply for current staff openings on the UC Merced careers site at jobs.ucmerced.edu.