University Canada West is committed to the principle of employment equality. Acquired by Global University Systems (GUS), a European leader in private sector Higher Education, the University offers Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Associate of Arts and Masters in Business Administration degrees both face-to-face in our downtown Vancouver campuses and online. Our degrees follow respected Canadian traditions and standards and are approved and regulated by the Ministry of Advanced Education of the Province of British Columbia.

“I realized that I love how post-secondary education can invite people to think in deeper and more complex ways about the world around them. I get to help people do so with both teaching and research,”

Dr. Kaye Hare, Assistant Professor, Department of Arts, Communications and Social Sciences

Faculty Positions 

We are a teaching-intensive university, so evidence of teaching excellence is a definite asset. We support research by our faculty, insofar as it supports great teaching and intellectual development. We require all faculty to be active scholars but we also offer an escape from the “publish or perish” lifestyle forced on faculty at many universities. Applicants for faculty positions should have a related doctoral degree, or at minimum a Master’s degree, with relevant post-secondary teaching and work experience.

How to apply for a faculty position

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three references via Interfolio.

Should you have any enquires, please contact us at:

[email protected]
T. 1-877-431-6887

Recruitment Highlight

Research Chairs and Professor of Practice

Faculty Position Salaries
  • Sessional Faculty Positions (including UAP) – $7,319.
  • Full-Time University Access Program (UAP) Positions – $77,986.
  • Continuing Track Faculty Positions – $91,800-$161,160.

Staff Positions 

We recognize that the spirit and energy of our support staff are key contributors to our rich learning community. Full-time and contract staff members work in a positive work environment with strong support from all of our academic faculties and administrative departments.

How to apply for a staff position

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resumé and the names of three references to:

[email protected]
T. 1-877-431-6887

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. University Canada West is committed to the principle of employment equity.

Student Positions 

UCW is committed to hiring current students for roles within the University.

How to apply for a student position

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resumé to:

[email protected]
T. 1-877-431-6887

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please include this note in your application.

We apply a gender-neutral job evaluation system to define the scale of a role by examining its organizational impact, analytical problem solving and complexity.

We consider various ways candidates develop expertise such as, education, years of experience and transferrable skills when determining compensation. The determined salary ranges are posted for all positions.

We are committed to taking appropriate actions to close pay gaps where they exist on the Pay Transparency report.

To learn more, read the full 2023 Pay Transparency Report.

At University Canada West (UCW), we acknowledge that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱ wú7mesh (Squamish) and Sel̓íl̓witulh/səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honour their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.

Currently Available Positions:

Faculty and Instructors

To view available Faculty positions, click here.

Staff

To view available Staff positions, click here.

Student

To view available Student positions, click here.

GUS Canada

To view available GUS Canada positions, go here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

“Diversity is our strength. Inclusion is our mandate.” – Dr. Bashir Makhoul, President & Vice-Chancellor

At University Canada West, we are dedicated to nurturing a diverse, equitable and inclusive community where all individuals are respected, valued and empowered to thrive. We recognize that diversity encompasses a wide range of identities and experiences, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, age, religion and disability.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all members of our community, irrespective of their backgrounds or circumstances. Our actions are guided by a profound respect for the dignity, rights and full participation of every individual. We acknowledge the historical and systemic barriers that have marginalized certain groups, including Indigenous peoples, and strive to create a culture of belonging and equitable access to opportunities and resources.

Diversity is not only celebrated, but also actively promoted by our Community Engagement team across our university campuses and corporate culture. We continually assess our progress towards our DEI goals, incorporate feedback from our community and implement specific benchmarks to ensure accountability. We understand that achieving true equity requires ongoing effort and we are committed to evolve our policies and practices accordingly.

By championing diversity, equity and inclusion, we can create a truly inclusive university environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.