Equitable Recruitment and Hiring
The University of Waterloo is committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. The University of Waterloo is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion.
University Appointments Review Committee
The University Appointments Review Committee (UARC) serves an important function in the University’s quest to recruit the best faculty possible. Members review the hiring process and provide advice to Department Chairs and Faculty Dean on regular faculty appointments of more than two years prior to the Dean’s submission of a hiring recommendation to the Vice-President, Academic & Provost for approval. More generally, UARC monitors the hiring process to ensure that positions were properly advertised, that both the letter and the spirit of the hiring procedures were followed and that there was a thorough search for candidates. UARC reports to Senate annually via the Vice-President, Academic & Provost, on its activities and operation.