Director- General/Chief Executive Officer Job Vacancy at National Biotechnology Development Agency

National Biotechnology Development Agency (NABDA), Abuja, Nigeria - Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position below:     Job Title: Director- General/Chief Executive Officer Location: Abuja Overall Mandate of the Agency

• Promotion, coordination and deployment of cutting-edge biotechnology research & development, processes and products for the socio-economic development of Nigeria.

• Possess at least a Ph.D. in a discipline relevant to the research mandate of the Agency;
• Possess basic computer literacy certificate;
• Have considerable administrative experience in Research Institute/Academia; and
• Have ability to attract external funds/grants to the Agency.
• Have obtained first degree in biological sciences from a recognised institution and possess at least twenty-five (25) years post-graduation cognate experience in a Research Institute/Academia including at least five (5) years as a Director (research) and its equivalence or higher rank (s)/position (s) in the Academia;
• Have had extensive relevant research experience as evidenced by at least forty (40) scientific publications in reputable local and International journals and books;

• Full names, Date and Place of Birth, LGA, State of Origin. Gender, Marital Status, Contact Address.

• Institutions attended with Dates, Qualifications obtained with Dates. Membership of Professional Bodies, Prizes, Distinction (s). and Award (s) obtained.

• Present Employer, Position and Salary, Previous Positions held with Dates.
• List of Publications (Starting from the most recent) in Scientific Journals and Books with copies attached.
• Leisure and spare time activities/hobbies
• Each application should include names and addresses of three referees (not relatives) who shall be able to testify to the applicant’s academic/professional competence as well as conduct and character and be ready to send their report (s) directly to the Chairman, Governing Board of National Biotechnology Development Agency in a properly sealed envelope marked “Post of Director-General/Chief Executive Referee’s Report” at the top left hand corner of the envelope within the valid period of submitting applications mentioned below:

• Any other relevant information in support of application.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for the interview.