University of Ibadan (U.I) is Nigeria’s premier university and a top destination for academic study in Nigeria.
University of Ibadan U.I invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following academic positions:
A. FACULTY OF ARTS
1. Department of Linguistics and African Languages
a. Assistant Lecturer: Linguistics – Syntax – Candidates must possess Master’s degree in Linguistics with specialization in Syntax and must have registered for Ph.D. programme in Syntax plus good knowledge of Functional Grammar.
b. Assistant Lecturer: Yoruba Language – Phonology – Candidates must possess Master’s degree in Yoruba Language or Master’s degree in Linguistics with specialization in Phonology and must have registered for Ph.D. programme in Phonology plus good knowledge of Yoruba Phonology.
2. Department of Music
a. Assistant Lecturer: Composition or Ethnomusicology or Music Education – Applicants must possess Master’s Degree in Music. Evidence of registration for Ph.D. Degree Programme will be an added advantage.
b. Lecturer II: Music Technology – Applicants must possess Master’s Degree in Music. Applicants must be able to demonstrate effective capability in Digital Music Technology and practical knowledge in studio and live reinforcement systems. Applicants must show evidence of registration for the Ph.D. Degree Programme in Music.
3. Department of Philosophy
a. Assistant Lecturer: (i) Philosophy of Science, (ii) Logic and (iii) Metaphysics – Applicants must possess the Bachelor of Arts (B.A), the Master of Arts (M.A) degrees in Philosophy from a recognized university.
b. Lecturer II: (i) Ethics and (ii) Continental Philosophy – Applicants must possess the: Bachelor of Arts (B.A), Master of Arts (M.A) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Degrees in Philosophy from a recognized university.
4. Department English of English
a. Assistant Lecturer (Literature in English): Dramatic Literature/African Literature/Postcolonial Literature – Applicants must possess Bachelor of Arts (B.A) and Master of Arts (M.A) Degrees in the field of Literature in English from reputable universities and must have registered for a Ph.D. programme.
b. Lecturer II (Literature in English): English Literature/Comparative Literature/Oral Literature -Applicants must possess Bachelor of Arts (B.A), Master of Arts (M.A) and Ph.D. Degrees in the field of Literature in English from reputable universities. Previous teaching experience at the University level and evidence of scholarly publication(s) in peer-reviewed journals will be an advantage.
c. Lecturer II (Language): English Syntax (Transformational Generative Grammar, TGG) – Applicants must possess Bachelor of Arts (B.A), Master of Arts (M.A) and Ph.D. Degrees in the field of English Language from reputable universities. Previous teaching experience at the University level and evidence of scholarly publication(s) in peer-reviewed journals.
5. Department of Theatre Arts
a. Assistant Lecturer (Educational Theatre): Theatre for Development, Creative Dramatics and Children’s Theatre. Applicants must possess Master of Arts Degree in Theatre Arts, obtained from a recognized University. Applicants must also have registered for a Ph.D. Degree. Evidence of previous work with children in creative arts at reputable schools for a minimum of two years and cognate experience in Theatre for Development (TfD) will be an added advantage.
b. Assistant Lecturer (Media and Theatre Management): Broadcast and Print Media, Film Production and Management, Theatre and Event Management – Applicants must possess Master of Arts Degree in Theatre Arts from a recognized University. Applicants must also have registered for the Ph.D. Degree. Evidence of previous work in Film or other broadcast media productions, competence in at least two of the following technical areas; Graphics, Editing, Cinematography, Set, Light and Sound Design. Evidence of Management of Theatre and Event Projects and a minimum of two years of teaching experience in any recognized university will be an added advantage.
c. Lecturer II (Costume, Make-Up): Make-Up, Costume and Fashion Design-Applicants must be Ph.D. holders with at least two years post qualification experience in a recognized University and have demonstrable competence in the teaching of Costume and fashion design, Make-Up and Special Effects. Evidence of at least three years of teaching and practice experience in the field of Costume, Make-Up and Special Effects will be an added advantage.
6. Department of European Studies
a. Lecturer II: FRENCH – Applicants must have Ph.D. in Translation Studies and evidence of publications in learned journals. Teaching experience in a reputable University in French language and Translation.
b. Assistant Lecturer: GERMAN – Applicants must possess Master’s degree in German Studies and must be able to teach German language, culture and civilization. Evidence of registration for M.Phil./Ph.D. or Ph.D. Degree is required.
c. Assistant Lecturer: RUSSIAN – Applicants must possess Master’s degree in Russian Studies or European Studies and must be able to teach Russian language, culture and civilization. Evidence of registration for M.Phil./Ph.D. or Ph.D. in any reputable University is an advantage.
7. Department of Arabic and Islamic Studies
a. Assistant Lecturer: Applicants must have Master’s Degree in Islamic Studies with specialization in Islamic Law with bias in inheritance and marital issues with evidence of Ph.D. Degree registration.
8. Department of Religious Studies
a. Assistant Lecturer: Candidates must possess Master’s Degree in Traditional Religion or Comparative Religion. Candidates must also provide evidence of registration for Ph.D. in a recognized University.
b. Lecturer II: Candidates must possess Ph.D. in Traditional Religion or Comparative Religions. Publications in reputable outlets can be an added advantage.
B. FACULTY OF SCIENCE
1. Department of Microbiology
a. Assistant Lecturer: Candidates must possess Bachelor of Science degree with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division in Microbiology from a recognized University; Master of Science in Microbiology with bias for Environmental Microbiology. Candidates must be willing to further engage in Pathogenic aspect of Microbiology research. Minimum of two years experience in teaching at a tertiary institution will be an added advantage.
b. Lecturer II: Applicants must possess Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Ph.D. Degrees in Microbiology. Candidates will be expected to specialize in indigenous product development with bias towards serial fermentation and the physiology of attending microorganisms. Evidence of research and teaching experience at the University level will be an added advantage.
2. Department of Geology
a. Assistant Lecturer: Exploration Geophysics – Applicants should possess good first degree in Geology and M.Sc. degree in Exploration Geophysics from a recognized University and currently pursuing a Ph.D. programme in the relevant field of specialization. Possession of a Ph.D. degree will be an added advantage.
b. Lecturer II: Biostratigraphy – Applicants should possess good first degree in Geology and M.Sc. degree in Biostratigraphy from a recognized University and must possess a Ph.D. degree.
3. Department of Botany
a. Assistant Lecturer: Plant Genetics and Molecular Biology -Applicants must possess Master of Science degree in Genetics and Molecular Biology with bias in Cytogenetic from a reputable University with minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) B.Sc. (Botany) Degree. Registration for a Ph.D. programme is required.
b. Assistant Lecturer: Lower Green Plants –Applicants must possess B.Sc. degree in Botany with at least Second Class (Lower Division). Applicants must also possess a Master of Science degree in Botany with bias in Lower Green Plants from a reputable University. Registration for a Ph.D. programme is required.
4. Department of Chemistry
a. Reader/Professor: Industrial Chemistry/Chemical Engineering -Applicants should possess Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Ph.D. Degrees in Chemistry with specialization in Industrial Chemistry; or the B.Sc., M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering. Applicants should also have a minimum of 9 years (for Readership) or 10 years (for Professorship) post Ph.D. teaching experience at the university level and must have published considerably in reputable scholarly journals.
b. Lecturer II: Organic Chemistry -Applicants should possess Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Ph.D. Degrees in Chemistry with specialization in Organic Chemistry. Teaching experience at the University level and possession of scholarly publications will be added advantages.
c. Assistant Lecturer: Industrial Chemistry/Inorganic Chemistry -Applicants should possess Bachelor of Science and Master of Science Degrees in Chemistry with specialization in any of the indicated areas. Applicants must be currently registered for Ph.D. programme.
5. Department of Zoology
a. Assistant Lecturer: Cell Biology and Genetics -Applicants must possess B.Sc. Zoology/Biology and research-based M.Sc. Zoology (Cell Biology and Genetics) from a reputable University. Applicants must have evidence of having reached an advanced stage of completing a Ph.D. programme.
b. Assistant Lecturer: Parasitology -Applicants must possess B.Sc. Zoology/Biology and research-based M.Sc. Zoology (Parasitology) from a reputable University. Applicants must have evidence of having reached an advanced stage of completing a Ph.D. programme.
6. Department of Archaeology and Anthropology
a. Assistant Lecturer: Archaeology – Applicants must possess the Bachelor and Master’s degrees in Archaeology, with specialization in Environmental Archaeology/Lithic Archaeology/Historical Archaeology/Forensic Science.
b. Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer II: Anthropology – Applicants for the position of Assistant Lecturer must possess the Bachelor and Master’s degrees in Anthropology. Candidates for the position of Lecturer II must possess the Ph.D. degree in Anthropology, with specialization in Physical Anthropology & Genetics or Cultural Anthropology.
7. Department of Statistics
a. Assistant Lecturer: Computational Statistics -Applicants must possess Bachelor (minimum Second Class (Lower Division) and Master of Science Degrees in Statistics. Such applicants must be running Ph.D. programme in Statistics.
b. Assistant Lecturer: Environmental Statistics -Applicants must possess Bachelor’s degree (minimum Second Class (Lower Division) and Master of Science (Environmental Statistics Option) Degree in Statistics. Applicants must be running Ph.D. programme in Statistics with specialization in Environmental Statistics.
8. Department of Mathematics
a. Assistant Lecturer: Applicants must have good M.Sc. Degree in any area of Mathematics from any reputable University. Applicants must show evidence of registration for Ph.D. Degree Programme in Mathematics.
b. Lecturer II: Applicants must be fresh Ph.D. holders in any area of Mathematics or M.Sc. degree holders with evidence of registration for a Ph.D. Degree Programme in Mathematics and three years teaching experience in a reputable University.
9. Department of Physics
a. Assistant Lecturer: Radiation and Health Physics/Theoretical Physics – Applicants must possess Bachelor of Science and Master of Science Degrees in Physics. A Ph.D. degree candidature in Radiation and Health Physics or in Theoretical Physics will be an advantage.
b. Lecturer II: Radiation and Health Physics/Theoretical Physics – Applicants must possess Bachelor of Science and Master of Science Degrees in Physics. Applicants must have at least three (3) years of teaching and research experience at the University level and Ph.D. Degree in Radiation and Health Physics or in Theoretical Physics.