Employment Opportunities
Careers at the University of Dayton
Effective 12/18/2018, you will find University of Dayton open positions by visiting: employment.udayton.edu.
Founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary (Marianists), the University of Dayton is a top-tier Catholic research university.
The University seeks outstanding, diverse faculty and staff who value its mission and share its commitment to academic excellence in teaching, research and artistic creativity, the development of the whole person, and leadership and service in the local and global community.
For more than 160 years, our Marianist traditions have enriched our community, creating a welcoming and inclusive campus where faith is best communicated through personal relationships. We believe that education can transform society if people work together in a common mission.
At a Glance
Facts & Figures
- A private, highly residential research university.
- 388-acre campus.
- More than 8,200 full-time undergraduates and 2,600 graduate and law students.
- More than 600 full-time ranked faculty, 1,500 full-time staff and 550 Research Institute staff.
- More than 80 undergraduate and nearly 50 graduate programs in arts and sciences, business administration, teacher education, health sciences, engineering and law.
Select Rankings
- Top-tier Catholic research university.
- Top 20 entrepreneurship program in the country for 13 straight years.
- No. 1 in the nation for federally sponsored materials research and development.
- No. 1 Catholic university for sponsored engineering research and development.
- $150 million in annual sponsored research last year.
- Top 20 "coolest schools" for sustainability by Sierra magazine.
- Achieved a gold STARS rating for our sustainability achievements.
City of Dayton
Midwestern modesty aside, Dayton is a great place to live and work. The city is rich in history, recreation, arts and culture. Explore our city to learn more!
Nondiscrimination statement
The University of Dayton is a top tier, Catholic research university with offerings from the undergraduate to the doctoral levels. Founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary, the University is a diverse community committed to advancing the common good through intellectual curiosity, academic rigor, community engagement and local, national and global partnerships. Guided by the Marianist educational philosophy, we educate the whole person and link learning and scholarship with leadership and service. Informed by and responsive to its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion and seeks to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, females, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
The University is also pleased to provide support for spouses of prospective and newly hired faculty through its dual career program. While we cannot guarantee placement, we serve as an effective resource and support system for your spouse. Information can be found on our Dual Career Resources page.