Academic Researcher Tentative Agreement, effective 12-9-2022: Tentative Agreement between the University of California and the Academic Researchers. The University of California and the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) have agreed to a new five year contract. The parties will be finalizing the Agreement and assigning article numbers in the near future. New Contract expiration date: September 30, 2027.