The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Human Resources

I'm leaving UAB, what should I do?

Visit the Leaving UAB web page


Prior to leaving UAB, there are multiple steps you must take:

  • Complete the Online Exit Survey
  • Contacted the Benefits Office (205-934-3458) regarding Teacher’s Retirement, insurance, etc.
  • Return your ID badge to your department.
  • Return all UAB property (keys, computer/IT equipment, phone/pager, any other UAB property) to your department.
  • Return your parking permit (contact Transportation Services at 934-3513 or uabparking@uab.edu) 
  • Confirm that HR Records and Compliance (205-934-4408) has your forwarding address on file. 
  • Communicate and work with your Supervisor/Chair to ensure your work assignments are managed properly prior to and upon your departure.
  • Forward any incoming phone messages to the appropriate department representative.
  • Place an “Out of Office” response on your UAB email account containing contact information for your department.
  • Contact Environmental Health & Safety regarding the handling of controlled materials such chemicals, lasers, radiation, biohazards.
  • Contact the Research Foundation to review research agreements, patents, intellectual property agreements, etc.
  • Submit any requests for benefit time for reporting in eLAS
  • Submit travel expense receipts and/or reports.


View the Separation Checklist to find out which steps you need to take. 

By Francesca Collins | Modified on: Fri, 23 Feb, 2024 at 1:16 PM
The information in this article has been verified as up-to-date on the date of publication. All information is for general purposes only and not intended to address the specific circumstances of any particular individual. For specific questions or support, contact us at humanresources@uab.edu.

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