EDUCATION

United States university cuts 110 jobs amid funding drop

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Johns Hopkins University is eliminating about 110 positions across several schools and central administrative units as it confronts a sharp and ongoing decline in federal research funding. The layoffs, focused on administrative and support roles rather than core faculty or research posts, affect the Carey Business School, the Bloomberg School of Public Health, and central administration. University officials confirmed the cuts after they were first reported by The Baltimore Banner. Johns Hopkins, historically the top recipient of federal research dollars since 1979, has seen its multi-year federal research portfolio fall by more than $500 million in 2025, according to a February 2026 letter from President Ron Daniels.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

1979 Johns Hopkins leads federal research funding
For decades University depends on federal grants
January 2025 New Trump administration takes office
2025 Federal research portfolio falls sharply
2025 Research funding reportedly drops forty-three percent
February 2026 Daniels details $500 million decline
Recently University confirms about 110 layoffs
Currently Cuts concentrated in administrative support roles

Why This Matters to You

Johns Hopkins' job cuts could be a sign of things to come. If federal research funding keeps dropping, other universities might also need to cut jobs. If you're in an administrative role at a university, it's a good time to review your job security.

The Bottom Line

Federal research funding is crucial for universities. A sharp drop can lead to job losses, like at Johns Hopkins. It's worth forwarding if you know someone in higher education. They might want to stay informed about funding trends.