Kean University Jobs

🌟 Why Work at Kean University?

Kean University offers a dynamic work environment where innovation meets purpose. As a Carnegie-classified R2 research institution, we empower employees to shape the future of education while enjoying exceptional benefits and collaborative culture.

🚀 Key Employment Benefits

• Competitive salaries with annual merit increases
• Comprehensive health plans including dental & vision
• Tuition remission for employees and dependents
• State pension plans (ABP/PERS)
• Professional development funding up to $5,000/year

🌍 Diversity & Inclusion Leadership

Recognized as a Diversity Champion by INSIGHT Into Diversity, we maintain:

• 40% diverse faculty representation
• 15+ employee resource groups
• Annual diversity training programs
• Inclusive hiring practices

🔬 Research & Innovation Hub

• $15M in annual research funding
• Partnerships with NASA, NIH, and NSF
• State-of-the-art labs in STEM Building
• Commercialization support through OTTC

📚 Academic Support Systems

Faculty receive:

• Reduced teaching loads for research
• Summer fellowship opportunities
• Grant-writing assistance teams
• Conference travel funding

🏆 Workplace Recognition

• 2023 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award
• Chronicle of Higher Education 'Great College to Work For'
• NJBIZ Best Places to Work Finalist

💼 Career Development Programs

• Leadership Academy for emerging administrators
• Faculty mentorship partnerships
• Cross-departmental rotation opportunities
• Annual skills certification programs