Just In: Achievers University Is Recruiting Academic & Non-Teaching Staff

Achievers University, Owo is currently recruiting academics and non-teaching staff.

In an advertorial made public by the institution on Friday August 9, the application which commences on Monday, August 12 will end on Friday August 23.

“As a result of rapid expansion and the urgent need to reposition the University for the sustenance of our remarkable achievements, we are currently seeking exceptionally qualified staff with integrity and demonstrable leadership qualities to join our team in moving the University forward in its next phase of growth and development.

“Applications are thus invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions either on full-time basis or for sabbatical placements,” the advert read.

Below are the available positions in the institution:

ACADEMIC POSITIONS
Professor
Reader (Associate Professor)
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer I
Lecturer II

A. COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES

1. FACULTY OF PHARMACY
   (i) Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Administration (ii) Pharmaceutical Chemistry
   (iii) Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology (iv) Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical
   Technology (v) Pharmacology and Toxicology (vi) Pharmacognosy
2. FACULTY OF NURSING SCIENCE
   (i) Community-Public Health Nursing (ii) Maternal-Child Health Nursing
   (iii) Medical-Surgical Nursing (iv) Mental Health Nursing
   (v) Nursing Education, Administration and Informatics
3. FACULTY OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
   (i) Medical Microbiology and Parasitology (ii) Chemical Pathology (iii) Histopathology
   and Cytopathology (iv) Haematology and Blood Transfusion Science
4. FACULTY OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
   (i) Physiotherapy (ii) Public Health (iii) Health Information Management

B. COLLEGE OF MEDICINE

1. FACULTY OF BASIC CLINICAL SCIENCES
   (i) Anatomic Pathology (ii) Haematology and Blood Transfusion (iii) Medical Microbiology
   and Parasitology (iv) Pharmacology
2. FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
   (i) Human Anatomy (ii) Human Physiology (iii) Medical Biochemistry

C. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
(i) Biomedical Engineering (ii) Computer Engineering (iii)Mechatronics Engineering
(iv) Mechanical Engineering (v) Electrical and Electronics Engineering
(vi) Civil and Environmental Engineering

D. COLLEGE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
(i) Biochemistry (ii) Industrial Chemistry (iii) Computer Science
(iv) Geology (v) Remote Sensing and Geoscience Information System
(vi) Microbiology (vii) Plant Science and Biotechnology

E. COLLEGE OF LAW
(i)Private and Business Law (ii) Public and International Law

F. COLLEGE OF SOCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
(i)Accounting (ii) Business Administration (iii) Economics
(iv) Mass Communication (v) Political Science (vi) International Relations
(vii) Public Administration (viii) Criminology and Security Studies
(ix.) Sociology (x) Procurement Management (xi) Banking and Finance

G. COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
(i) Guidance and Counselling (ii) Library and Information Science

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Professor
The candidates must possess Ph.D. in the relevant subject areas with at least twelve (12) years of teaching, research, community service and professional experience in a university or any other tertiary research-oriented institution. Applicants must have a record of substantial publications in local and international journals, evidence of postgraduate supervision, and ability to initiate and develop research.

For disciplines in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences , candidates must possess MBBS or BDS, which should be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). They must have Ph.D. in their respective fields (Physiology, Anatomy or Biochemistry) or Fellowship of any of the Postgraduate Medical Colleges with a minimum of nine (9) years’ teaching and research experience in a university.

The candidates, who must have been Readers (Associate Professors) for a minimum of three (3) years, must be willing to initiate and develop courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and must be able to supervise postgraduate students, including doctorate students, in his/her area of discipline. In addition, candidates must demonstrate evidence of academic leadership, evidence of teamwork as well as administrative experience in working with interdisciplinary groups. Registration with professional bodies, where applicable, is compulsory.

 *Reader (Associate Professor)* 

The candidates must possess Ph.D. in the relevant subject areas with at least ten (10) years of teaching, research, community service and professional experience in a university or any other tertiary institution. They must have a record of substantial publications, with focus on distinct areas of research, in local and international journals; evidence of postgraduate supervision; and ability to initiate and develop research. Registration with professional bodies, where applicable, is compulsory.

For disciplines in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences , candidates must possess MBBS or BDS, which should be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). They must have Ph.D. in their respective fields (Physiology, Anatomy or Biochemistry) or Fellowship of any of the Postgraduate Medical Colleges with a minimum of six (6) years’ teaching and research experience in a university.

The candidates, who must have been Senior Lecturers for a minimum of three (3) years, must be willing to initiate and develop courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and must be able to supervise postgraduate students in their areas of discipline. In addition, the candidates must possess a good measure of academic leadership, evidence of teamwork as well as administrative experience in working with interdisciplinary groups. Registration with professional bodies, where applicable, is compulsory.

Senior Lecturer
Candidates must possess Ph.D. in their relevant subject areas with a minimum of five (5) years of teaching, research, community service and professional experience in a university or any other tertiary research-oriented institution. They must have a record of substantial publications with distinctive academic quality, originality and contribution to knowledge in a focused area of research and in reputable local and international journals. Registration with professional bodies, where applicable, is compulsory.

For disciplines in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, candidates must possess MBBS or BDS, which should be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). They must have Ph.D. in their respective fields (Physiology, Anatomy or Biochemistry) or Fellowship of any of the Postgraduate Medical Colleges with a minimum of three (3) years’ teaching and research experience in a University.

Lecturer I
Candidates must possess Ph.D. in the relevant subject area with at least three (3) years post-qualification experience in teaching, research as well as a good number of publications with outstanding academic quality, originality and contribution to knowledge in an emerging area of interest in local and international journals. Holders of a good master’s degree with evidence of registration for Ph.D. and progress report as well as a substantial number of publications and teaching experience can also apply. Registration with professional bodies, where applicable, is compulsory.

For disciplines in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, candidates must possess MBBS or BDS, which should be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). They must have Ph.D. in their respective fields (Physiology, Anatomy or Biochemistry) or Fellowship of any of the Postgraduate Medical Colleges.

(v.) Lecturer II (For disciplines in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences)

Applicants must possess MBBS or BDS, which should be registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). Applicants must have master’s degree in their respective fields (Physiology, Anatomy or Biochemistry) or membership of any of the Postgraduate Medical Colleges.

NON-TEACHING POSITIONS

1. Deputy Registrar
   Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree plus at least fifteen (15) years’ post-qualification experience, eight (8) of which must be in the administration of higher education OR a master’s degree plus at least twelve (12) years’ relevant post-qualification experience.
2. Principal Assistant Registrar
   Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree plus at least ten (10) years’ post-qualification experience, six (6) of which must be in the administration of higher education OR a master’s degree plus at least nine (9) years’ relevant post-qualification experience.
3. Senior Assistant Registrar
   Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree plus at least eight (8) years’ post-qualification experience, four (4) of which must be in the administration of higher education OR a master’s degree plus at least six (6) years’ post-qualification experience, three (3) of which must be in the administration of higher education.
4. Assistant Registrar
   Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in humanities, social sciences or Law plus at least six (6) years’ post-qualification experience, three (3) of which must be in the administration of higher education OR master’s degree plus at least four (4) years relevant post-qualification experience.
5. Administrative Officer
   Candidate must possess a minimum of bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in humanities, social sciences or Law. Membership of the University’s alumni will be an added advantage.
6. Assistant Chief Accountant
   Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in Accounting plus ten (10) years’ relevant post-qualification experience OR a bachelor’s degree plus master’s/membership of ACA, ACCA, ACMA or their equivalent with eight (8) years’ relevant post-qualification experience.
7. Principal Accountant
   Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in Accounting plus eight (8) years’ relevant post-qualification experience OR a bachelor’s degree plus master’s/membership of ACA, ACCA, ACMA or their equivalent with six (6) years’ relevant post-qualification experience.
8. Senior Accountant
   Candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in Accounting plus six (6) years’ relevant post-qualification experience OR a bachelor’s degree plus master’s/membership of ACA, ACCA, ACMA or their equivalent with three (3) years’ relevant post-qualification experience.
9. Head of Corporate Affairs Unit/Public Relations Officer
   Candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication or humanities with at least nine years’ post-qualification experience in print, electronic and practical public relations. The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience in the use of the social media and event management. Membership of NIPR or its equivalent is a key requirement for this job.
10. Corporate Affairs Officer I (Editorial and Publications )
    Candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication or humanities with three years’ post-qualification experience in print and new/social media. Membership of NUJ or NIPR is required.
11. Operations Manager (Achievers University Ventures)
    The successful candidate will assist the General Manager of the University Ventures in coordinating the University Bakery, Water Processing Plant, Sawmill, Guest House, etc. Applicants must possess a minimum of bachelor’s degree Second Class (Upper Division) in a Management Sciences discipline plus at least eight years’ relevant post-qualification experience. Possession of postgraduate certificates and managerial experience will be added advantage.

Laboratory Technologist Cadre
The University needs laboratory technologists to man its specialized laboratories in the College of Medicine, College of Health Sciences, and College of Natural and Applied Sciences.

12. Chief Technologist
    Candidate must possess Higher National Diploma (with Upper Credit) or bachelor’s degree in Science Laboratory Technology or other relevant areas with at least thirteen (13) years’ working experience of practical skills and competence. Fellowship of NISLT is compulsory
13. Principal Technologist
    Candidate must possess Higher National Diploma (with Upper Credit) or bachelor’s degree in Science Laboratory Technology or other relevant areas with at least ten (10) years’ working experience of practical skills and competence. Fellowship of NISLT is compulsory.
14. Senior Technologist
    Candidate must possess Higher National Diploma (with Upper Credit) or bachelor’s degree in Science Laboratory Technology or other relevant areas with at least six (6) years’ working experience of practical skills and competence. Associate Membership of NISLT is compulsory.
15. Technologist I
    Candidate must possess Higher National Diploma (with Upper Credit) or bachelor’s degree in Science Laboratory Technology or other relevant areas with at least three (3) years’ working experience of practical skills and competence. Associate Membership of NISLT is an added advantage.
16. Technologist II
    Candidate must possess Higher National Diploma (with Upper Credit) in Science Laboratory Technology or other relevant areas. Membership of NISLT is an added advantage. SALARIES AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
    Salaries, allowances and other benefits, including contributory pension scheme, are as approved by the Governing Council of Achievers University, and are favourably compared with what are obtainable in other public and private universities. METHOD OF APPLICATION
    Candidates are required to submit 10 hard copies of their applications along with their credentials (O Level results inclusive) and curriculum vitae, which should contain, among other things, Full Name, Place and Date of Birth, State of Origin/Local Government of Origin, Nationality, Permanent Home Address, Email Address, Telephone Number, Marital Status, Names and Ages of Children, Name and Address of Next of Kin, Names of Educational Institutions Attended with Dates, Academic/Professional Qualifications with Dates, Work Experience, Posts Held with Dates, Present Employment, Status and Salary (attach pay slip), Service to National and International Bodies, Conferences, Training and Workshops Attended, (for Academic Posts – Current Research, Details of Publications, including Authorship, Names of Journals in Which They Are Published, and Location and Date of Publication), Other Activities Under Current Employment, Names, Addresses (including their emails) and Telephone Numbers of Three (3) Referees, and Proposed Date of Availability for Duty if Appointed to The Registrar, Achievers University, P.M.B. 1030, Owo, Ondo State.

Applicants should request their referees to forward their references directly to the same address.

CLOSING DATE
All applications must be received by the University not later than 23rd August, 2024.

For further information, please contact:
Adebayo – a.olagunju@achievers.edu.ng – 0803-343-2195
Adeniran – a.adeniran@achievers.edu.ng –0803-222-9522

Rev. Canon S. B. Oladimeji
Registrar

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