University of Ottawa Reviews

Pros

- Supportive supervisor
- Can work from home
- Flexible work schedules
- Interesting tasks and projects
- Family environment

Cons

- Diversity is limited: mostly French Caucasian women
- Pay is on the low side
- Not enough eating areas

Pros

Not many good things to say.

Cons

Limited growth, no opportunities to learn.

Advice to Senior Management

No genuine research done.

Pros

It is very good academic environment.

Cons

If you are French speaker would be much better

Advice to Senior Management

I would be better if we have more access to the technical resource

Pros

It's a Bilingual environment (both English and French), it's a great location (close to downtown Ottawa), working with a diverse student population is fun, it's a dynamic environment that is always changing, the pay is good with regular increases, there is a good benefits package, opportunity for advancement exists

Cons

Contract employees are at a great disadvantage compared to permanent. The union was only created last year and they are still working on creating a more just balance between employees. Parking is difficult to come by and is difficult because of the downtown location. Because it is such a large employer bureacracy is sometimes an issue

Advice to Senior Management

Give more feedback to employees and reward them for a job well done. Set an example and don't expect form your employees what you don't adhere to

Pros

Salary, pension, benefits, unions. Educational opportunities, training, nice city to work and raise your family in.

Cons

Poor morale, management doesn't support it's workers, clients sense of entitlement

Advice to Senior Management

Recognize people's contributions and achievements...praise is FREE!!!!

Pros

Work in a research environment, independent.

Cons

Low compensation, low working hours, no respect when moving to industry.

Advice to Senior Management

Have a clear goal and execute the plan.