Does Indiana University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Indiana University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Indiana University. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Indiana University?

71% of Indiana University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Indiana University 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Indiana University?

Research Assistant (186) , Associate Instructor (143) , Graduate Research Assistant (95) , Teaching Assistant (74) , Graduate Assistant (65) , Graduate Student (57) , Graduate Teaching Assistant (54) , Research Associate (47) , Administrative Assistant (40) , Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (39) , Assistant Professor (36) , Resident Assistant (33) , Undergraduate Instructor (33) , Postdoctoral Fellow (32) , Student Worker (31)

What are the pros of working at Indiana University according to real employee reviews?

"Great Co Workers and People" ((in 203 reviews)); "very flexible hours and autonomous" ((in 161 reviews)); "Access to software and downloads; the campus is beautiful and the workplace environment is "layed back" and effective." ((in 97 reviews)); "Good work environment and coworkers" ((in 86 reviews)); "Work life balance is good" ((in 76 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Indiana University according to real employee reviews?

"The pay is low and there is no investment in you if you are not TT" ((in 341 reviews)); "technical stacks are old and low salary increase" ((in 166 reviews)); "Poor management leads to more work for hard working employees" ((in 61 reviews)); "Poor leadership among the executive team and also among several board members (who work unusually close with non" ((in 35 reviews)); "very poor pay no raises" ((in 26 reviews))

What are employees saying about Indiana University redundancies in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Indiana University redundancy and their outlook for job security at Indiana University in 2026.

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4.0

71% would recommend to a friend

(4,091 total reviews)

Pam Whitten

33% approve of CEO

52% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Work/Life balance

3.9

Diversity and inclusion

3.8

Culture and values

3.6

Career opportunities

3.5

Compensation and benefits

3.4

Senior management

Indiana University has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 4,091 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Indiana University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

4K reviews

4.0

8 Jun 2026

Great professors, but administration lacks concern for students

Associate instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

IUB has some of the best professors in the country.

Cons

Administration couldn't care less about student learning.

5.0

5 Jun 2026

Laid-back environment with great pay, but low hours

Consultant supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

- Very laid back - Great pay for the effort needed - Great management

Cons

- Low hours - Must be tech inclined

4.0

3 Jun 2026

Good Opportunity

Administrative assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Great and affordable health insurance, growth opportunities, perks for employees like free subscriptions, mental health support, clubs, etc.

Cons

Parking options and cost for staff are not great.

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Great professors, but administration lacks concern for students

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