Washington University in St Louis
MO · Announced September 30, 2025
Reported impact316 staff positions eliminated
Filled positions316
Vacant positions198
EvidenceOfficial institutional announcement
The university reported eliminating 316 staff positions across its Danforth Campus, Medical Campus, and Central Fiscal Unit, while separately closing 198 open and vacant positions
Stated reason: Restructuring, budget reductions, and reductions in external funding
Official institutional announcementWashington University chancellor
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