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- - Careers Overview
  - Why Northwestern?Learn about our workplace culture and many benefits of employment.
  - ApplyExplore our open positions and find application tips.
  - Paths to EmploymentNorthwestern offers full-time, part-time and temporary positions.
  - Talent AcquisitionOur trusted recruiting partners delivering top talent.
  - Help for ApplicantsFind answers to common questions about applying.
  - Welcome New EmployeesPrepare for work at Northwestern by completing orientations, paperwork and more.
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Benefits
- - Benefits Overview
  - Explore Benefits & RewardsExplorer all of the perks, incentives and rewards Northwestern University employees receive when joining our team.
  - Health & Insurance BenefitsExplore Northwestern's health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance offerings.
  - Leaves, Holidays & Time OffUnderstand all paid holidays, vacation benefits and other time off work.
  - RetirementPrepare to retire with assistance and options.
  - Tuition BenefitsEmployees and their dependents receive reduced tuition at Northwestern and other schools.
  - Total Compensation StatementThe total compensation statement shows that your compensation consists of more than just your paycheck.
  - Caregiving ResourcesBalance work and personal commitments with resources that can assist you and your family.
  - Discounts & TransitTake advantage of relocation assistance and pre-tax public transit tickets and parking passes.
  - Benefit Eligibility, Changes & HelpFind guidance on benefits, Open Enrollment and adjustments for life-changing events.
  - Upcoming EventsFind upcoming information and training sessions such as benefit orientation, well-being sessions, and open enrollment events.
  - Postdoc Benefit PlansBenefit package for all postdoctoral trainees at Northwestern University. This new benefits package will create parity between all postdocs.
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Talent Development
- - Talent Development Overview
  - Professional DevelopmentFind training in professional skills, leadership skills, University systems and more.
  - RecognitionLearn about the ways Northwestern recognizes employees for their service.
  - Performance ExcellenceSet goals and engage in ongoing feedback as part of an annual process.
  - Leadership DevelopmentExplore our leadership curriculum, available to staff at all levels.
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Well-being
- - Well-being OverviewMaintain your emotional, financial and physical health through the YourLife Wellness Program.
  - Well-being ProgramsExplore the Human Resources-sponsored programs for faculty, staff, retirees and eligible family members.
  - Eight Dimensions of Well-beingFind strategies for enhancing your physical, emotional, social, intellectual, environmental, spiritual, vocational and financial well-being.
  - Well-being ChampionsGet to know Northwestern employees who serve as advocates for Northwestern units and spearhead well-being initiatives.
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Management
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  - Hiring & OnboardingPrepare for the hiring process, including onboarding new employees.
  - Payroll AdministrationLearn about payroll policies and procedures, including timesheet and leave approvals.
  - Salary Administration & PlanningFind training and assistance for the annual salary planning process.
  - HR Consulting for Leading & Managing StaffContact HR Business Partners for consulting services and employee relations expertise.
  - Leaves of AbsenceNorthwestern University offers a variety of leaves of absence for eligible faculty and staff members.
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Essentials
- - Essentials Overview
  - Pay & TaxesUnderstand the details of your pay, including direct deposit, pay dates and annual taxes.
  - Personal Information & RecordsMaintain personal details such as your name, contact information and employment.
  - FormsUse our forms repository to find and access required documents.
  - HR SystemsAccess the systems myHR, Workforce, myHR Learn, and Form I-9/E-Verify, and learn how to use them.
  - Policies & ProceduresReview employment policies and procedures impacting University staff.
  - Additional Staff ResourcesAdditional Staff Resources
  - Fraudulent Unemployment Insurance ClaimsImportant steps to take if you believe you have been a victim of fraud.
  - Workplace StrategiesSupporting staff engagement and well-being
  - Welcome New EmployeesPrepare for work at Northwestern by completing orientations, paperwork and more.
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Northwestern Benefits Update

Northwestern Benefits Update

June 12, 2025

The community message regarding upcoming benefits changes can be found here.

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