Working for Us

At STScI, we recognize that success at work is only a small part of success in life. The success of our missions depends on the well-being of those who support them. Therefore, STScI is proud to offer a number of programs designed to meet the varying and unique needs of our staff and provide a healthy work/life balance. Additional information on our family friendly benefits programs can be found in our Family Friendly Benefits Program brochure.

Benefits Overview

• Medical
• Dental
• Prescription
• Vision
• There are two medical and dental plans from which to choose; 85% of premium paid by STScI.
• Medical coverage is effective the first day of employment and dental the first day of the first month after employment begins.
• When you enroll in any of STScI's medical plans, you automatically receive prescription drug and vision coverage.

• Vacation: Up to 5 weeks of paid vacation a year*
• Sick Leave: Up to 12 sick days a year*
• Holidays: 7 regular and 3 personal
* accruals vary based on years of service

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Telecommuting Options Available
• Employer-paid Life, Short-term Disability, and Long-term Disability
• Employee Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan
• Employer-sponsored Retirement Plan
• --Employer annual contribution equal to 10% of base salary
• --100% vested
• Tuition Reimbursement and Prepayment Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Casual Work Environment
• Discounted Access to the Johns Hopkins University Fitness Center
• Access to the Milton S. Eisenhower Library
• Free Parking

The plan rates for health care coverage and a benefits comparison chart for the current plan year and are available by clicking the links below.

2009 Plan Rates (PDF)
2009 Benefits Comparison Chart (PDF)

Part-time employees are offered benefits on a pro-rated basis.

These are brief descriptions of our program benefits. In the event of a discrepancy , the provisions of the plan documents/contracts shall apply.