UC Davis at a glance
Get a quick introduction to the mission, campus, culture, and the role UC Davis plays as one of the nation's leading public research universities. Whether you're considering a position or preparing to start work, these highlights provide helpful context for what makes UC Davis a distinctive place to build a career.
Research
A top public research university known globally for strengths in agriculture, veterinary medicine, environmental sciences, engineering, and life sciences.
Careers
A major employer with a wide range of academic, research, administrative, and student support roles.
Mission
A campus built around teaching, research, and public service, with strong interdisciplinary collaboration.
Campus
A large, open campus designed for walking and cycling, with extensive green space and integrated bike infrastructure.
Location
Located in the city of Davis, a compact, highly bike-oriented university town closely connected to campus life.
What people notice about working here
- Movement: Daily life is shaped by movement across campus — walking, biking and spending time outdoors are the norm.
- Connection: The boundary between campus and town feels unusually seamless.
- Culture: The pace is steady and friendly, with collaboration common across teams and departments.
- Routine: The campus layout makes it easy to build routines and quickly feel oriented.
- Agriculture: Farming, gardening and natural spaces are visibly part of everyday campus life.
- Green spaces: The Arboretum and campus green spaces are actively used and explored, not just scenic backdrops.
- Biking: A strong bike culture is immediately noticeable in how people move through campus and town.