The University of North Carolina System FAQ

Pros

Often work on a team that is truly collaborative and supportive. Some positions have a little bit of room for experimentation and innovations. Working in a University environment provides the chance to work with creative and interesting staff and students.

Cons

There is a bureaucracy for *everything* and it slows down a lot of work. Salaries aren't competitive with what you could get in the private sector (but there are other advantages that offset the pay issue). Benefits are State of NC benefits and aren't great. Though the State Pension System is one of the better run ones in the country.

Pros

Resources and facilities are great Health insurance is great

Cons

Culture and work-life balance are challenging

Pros

They pay your tuition cost.

Cons

The salary is 40% below the poverty rate.

Pros

Great opportunities to participate in your work community if your boss lets you participate

Cons

Your experience here is completely dictated by what boss you have. If you work in an office where your boss doesn't like to let you participate in things, you will feel isolated and enjoy working there much less. In addition, cost of health insurance for a family is extremely expensive, and doesn't cover that much! The salary also isn't that great.

Pros

University system is easy to understand and fun to be a part of. Benefits are fine. Paid vacation, sick leave and time off to deal with child/school related things.

Cons

Raises and parking are almost impossible to get.