As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. Just a couple hours drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone Countys largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living.