Creating Jobs

UAB EMPLOYMENT IMPACT
Both directly and indirectly, UAB supported 61,025 jobs in the state of Alabama. One out of 33 jobs in the state is attributable to UAB. The University directly employed 24,410 faculty and staff during FY 08-09.

These jobs include not only direct employment by the University but also indirect jobs created for supply and equipment vendors, contractors and laborers for the construction and renovation of university facilities, and jobs created in the community at hotels, restaurants, and retail stores in support of UAB’s workforce and its visitors. These indirect jobs (36,615 jobs) are in support of more than 24,000 Alabama residents who are employed directly by the University. In addition, the population of the University community—and the workers who support that community—also create a need for additional employees in governmental and service facilities, such as schools and daycare facilities.

UAB’s projected growth will have an even stronger impact on the state. Utilizing the mid-range scenario, it is projected that a total of 72,450 jobs will be created and sustained by UAB in 2020 –– an increase of over 11,000 jobs.

Current and Projected Employment Impact of UAB (jobs)
	Direct Employment Impact	Indirect Employment Impact	Total Employment Impact (Direct + Indirect)
UAB Current (FY 09)	24,410	36,615	61,025
UAB Projected (FY 20) Conservative Scenario	27,837	41,756	69,593
UAB Projected (FY 20) Mid-Range Scenario	28,980	43,470	72,450
UAB Projected (FY 20) Aggressive Scenario	30,123	45,185	75,308