More Layoffs Expected at RTI International as It Grapples with Federal Cuts

More layoffs expected at RTI International as it grapples with federal cuts

RTI's overall workforce has been reduced by about 35% this year as it adjusts to the elimination of many federal research grants.

RTI International announces third round of job cuts; employee assistance program - Business North Carolina

Durham-based RTI International announced a third round of job reductions as the nonprofit research institute says it has reduced its workforce by about 35% this year after cuts in federal funding under the Trump administration. The new round of layoffs will involve 170 U.S.-based staff members, including 76 in North Carolina. In March, RTI announced 340 job cuts, including 177 in North Carolina, which followed 226 layoffs, including 61 in North …