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The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity.

We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments.

USask is the proud recipient of the Workplace Diversity, Inclusion, and Leadership Award Large Enterprise from the Saskatoon Open Door Society. 

Working at a top-tier research university comes with a strong benefits and pension package.

Comprehensive Health and Dental Plans
Competitive compensation package and pension plans
Tuition waivers so you can take university classes or entire degrees while working here
Professional development allowances to pay for association dues, conferences, or off-campus training
Topped-up parental/adoption leave

Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.

Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.

Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.

Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.

Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.

Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.

A four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, OR,
A three-year first cycle undergraduate degree, in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, from an institution that meets the criteria set forth in the Bologna Declaration, will be acceptable as the equivalent of an undergraduate honours degree.
A cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of full-time study (e.g. 60 credit units USask equivalent).
Demonstrated ability for independent thought, advanced study, and research.
Proof of English language proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.

IELTS (Academic Module)
International English Language Testing System
Fully qualified: Overall score of 6.5 with no score below 6.0 in each area
TOEFL iBT (Internet-based)
Test of English as a Foreign Language

Includes the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition

Institutional TOEFL (ITP) not accepted

our Institution Code is 0980
Fully qualified: Overall score of 86 with minimum scores of 19 in each area
Cambridge C1 Advanced
Cambridge Assessment English
Fully qualified: Overall score of 176
Duolingo English Test (DET)
Overall score of 115, with minimum individual scores of 95 in each area
PTE Academic
Pearson Test of English
Fully qualified: Overall score of 63 with minimum scores of 59 in each area
CAEL
Canadian Academic English Language
Minimum score of 70%, with minimum individual scores of 60
University of Saskatchewan Language Centre
Level 4 (English for Academic Purposes)
Successful completion
University of Regina
Intensive ESL Advanced Level (ESL 50)l Plus completion of Academic Writing Elective A
Successful completion