Prospective Faculty and Staff

McMaster University strives to create an inclusive community with a shared purpose. Employees can get involved in the community through numerous worthwhile volunteer and committee activities. Whether it’s our United Way campaign, the Annual Children’s Holiday Party, or the national Take Our Kids to Work Day programme, if you want to get involved, or better yet, start a new event yourself, we’ve got something to offer. There are also sporting and cultural events – everything from theatre productions to Marauder basketball and football games – which are organized for employees and their families.

Ideal Location

McMaster’s Hamilton location is ideal in many ways. The vibrant City of Hamilton's top-notch public services and facilities, combined with its rich culture and beautiful surroundings, make it a great place to work and live. Situated at the foot of the Niagara Escarpment, Hamilton is also less than an hour trip by bus, train, or car to Toronto, and boasts world-class conservation areas, cycling routes, and the largest number of water falls of any city in North America.

Growth & Development Opportunities

McMaster supports and actively creates opportunities for career growth and professional development. One of the key strategic priorities McMaster's Managers and Leaders are facilitating is called ‘Developing People’, and it encourages career progression and succession planning for all employees. McMaster also offers a menu of tools for employees to reach their career potential through Employee Career Services, a suite of Corporate Training strategies, and the popular annual 'Inspiring from Within’ employee conference.

Quality of Life

At McMaster, we understand the challenges people face when trying to manage the demands of work and personal life. McMaster supports employees by offering a series of programmes through the Healthy Workplace initiatives, setting high standards in environmental and occupational healthy and safety, and providing dedicated employee lounge space in virtually every building.

Rewards & Benefits

McMaster offers a competitive suite of compensation strategies and perquisites, benefits and pensions including a top-notch Financial & Pre-Retirement Planning programme. McMaster also routinely recognizes the dedication and contributions of employees through our popular Years of Service programme, the Quarter Century Club, and the President’s Awards for Outstanding Service.