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Working at Carleton

Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

We are a community of talented, committed and enthusiastic faculty and staff, dedicated to excellence and to supporting the education and research that distinguishes Carleton as Canada’s Capital University. We know that it is our people that are key to Carleton’s success.

Carleton University has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2025) for the third consecutive year – a testament to the institution’s commitment to fostering an innovative, equitable and welcoming work environment. Carleton is one of only four post-secondary institutions to be honoured for 2025. In addition, for ten years in a row, Carleton has been recognized as a top employer in the National Capital Region.

We encourage you to check out our CU Life and Benefits Details pages to see what other benefits and perks come with being a CU employee!

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Executive Opportunities

Decanal and Executive Opportunities at Carleton University We invite applications from and nominations of individuals who are strongly committed to providing visionary and dynamic leadership within the context of a rapidly changing environment and who will build upon Carleton’s traditions of interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and creativity. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within […]

Academic Opportunities

The University offers an intellectual and collaborative community of scholars, a strong infrastructure of support for applied and theoretical research, as well as an inclusive and collegial culture that values both individual expertise and personal aspirations. Academic opportunities at Carleton include faculty/library positions, contract instructors, researchers, and honorary ranks.  View the complete list of academic […]

Staff Opportunities

Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any […]

Jobs for Students

Student Jobs Students can log into MySuccess (accessible through Carleton Central) to browse student job postings including off-campus, part-time work, full-time work, volunteer work, summer employment and more! Resources for Career Planning Carleton’s Career Services department provides students with a variety of resources for career exploration and skills development, including job search support and mock […]