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University Hiring, Explained
Benchmarks, pricing breakdowns, and process guidance for provosts, deans, and HR leaders hiring faculty, leadership, and staff.
August 8, 2026
University Recruiter Pricing Models Explained: Contingency, Retained, and Sourcing Fees
A breakdown of how recruiting fees work for university hiring — contingency (15–25%), retained search (25–35%), and active-sourcing pricing — with real ranges and what drives them.
Read more →August 4, 2026
How Long Does It Take to Hire a Professor? Faculty Search Timelines Explained
Faculty searches at U.S. research universities typically run 6–12 months. Here's where that time actually goes, and how active sourcing shortens it.
Read more →July 29, 2026
Retained Search vs. Contingency vs. Active Sourcing: Which Fits Your University's Search?
A plain-language guide to the three ways universities fill open roles — retained executive search, contingency recruiting, and active sourcing — and how to pick the right one for a given position.
Read more →July 22, 2026
The Real Cost of a Vacant University Position (And Why Turnover Is Still Elevated)
Higher ed voluntary turnover has cooled since its pandemic-era peak but remains above pre-pandemic levels for several staff categories. Here's what an open position actually costs a department, and how to shorten the gap.
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