Career Retirement Benefits

Defined Benefit Plan: The University of California Retirement (UCRP) is a defined benefit (pension) plan. Benefits paid at the time of retirement are based on several factors including years of service, salary, and age. Membership in UCRP is a benefit provided for career positions.

Defined Contribution Plans: The Laboratory offers three defined contribution plans with various investment options. Benefits are based on the amount of money contributed to the plan and the interest or income earned on that investment. Participation in the tax-deferred 403(b) and 457(b) plans is voluntary.

For more information on any of these plans, please visit the University of California Employee Benefits Plan Administration web site.