Employer Profile

Learn. Discover. Heal. Create… and make the world ever better.

These words guide everything we do at the University of Rochester. We’re a top-tier research university committed to solving the greatest challenges. Our distinct open curriculum makes us unique among institutions of our caliber, and our vast healthcare network is essential to the health and wellness of the Rochester region.

Behind the scenes of our academic schools, research labs, and patient care facilities, you’ll find a team skilled and talented staff and faculty members who are passionate about high-quality learning and care. The diverse community includes more than 30,000 staff and 3,000 faculty.

The University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. It forms the centerpiece of the University of Rochester’s health research, teaching, and patient care missions. With more than 26,000 employees, URMC is the largest component of the University of Rochester, the largest private sector employer based in Upstate New York, and the sixth-largest employer in the state.

URMC includes Strong Memorial Hospital, the Eastman Institute for Oral Health, the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, and the University of Rochester School of Nursing.

Additionally, the University of Rochester is affiliated with several hospitals and other healthcare service providers, including Highland Hospital, the Highlands at Pittsford, the Highlands at Brighton, UR Medicine Home Care, Thompson Health, Jones Memorial Hospital, St. James Hospital and Noyes Health.

Working with us
The University of Rochester values our employees who are our greatest asset. We’re proud to offer our employees a comprehensive total rewards package that goes beyond basic compensation, and includes robust healthcare and retirement programs, wellness opportunities, tuition waivers, a home ownership program, staff awards and recognition programs, and other discounts and perks.

EmployerUniversity of Rochester
Founded1850
Employees33,000
HeadquartersRochester, NY
IndustriesHealthcare, Education, Research
UR MottoMeliora (Ever Better)
UR PresidentSarah Mangelsdorf
URMC PresidentSteven Goldstein

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