Academic and Non-Academic Staff Vacancies at KolaDaisi University

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KolaDaisi University, Ibadan, a private University licensed by the Federal Government of Nigeria in November, 2016 is a non-governmental, non-partisan and non-sectarian institution. It is situated at Km 18, along the new Ibadan-Oyo Express Road.

The Vision of the University is “to be a world-class institution for excellence in nurturing graduates to meet the socio-economic needs of a knowledge-driven economy”. Its Mission statement is “to nurture graduates with the competency to help elevate our country to global reckoning”.

The University is established to be a centre of academic excellence committed to the achievement of accelerated development through research and manpower development. It seeks to relate its activities to the cultural, technological, social and economic needs of the people of Nigeria.

As part of its man-power development programme, applications are hereby invited from suitably

qualified candidates to fill the following vacancies:
 

POSITIONS

ACADEMIC STAFF

i. Professor (Computer Science, Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science and Law)

ii. Reader (Biochemistry, Economics, and Law)

iii. Senior Lecturer (Computer Science, Economics, Political Science, International Relations,

Cyber Security, Microbiology, Software Engineering)

iv. Lecturer I (English and Literary Studies, Software Engineering and Cyber Security)

v. Lecturer II (Accounting, Business Administration, Political Science, International

Relations, Software Engineering)

vi. University Librarian

vii. Librarian I

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITIONS

i. Professor (KDUTSS 07):

• A Ph. D Degree in relevant field with a minimum of twelve (12) years’ experience in full-time teaching and research. Candidate must possess ability to initiate and supervise research projects and have at least 25 significant peer reviewed scholarly publications in reputable National and International outlets with membership of relevant professional bodies where applicable.
• Administrative experience will be an advantage.
• Successful applicant must be able to give academic and professional leadership in the field.
• Proficiency in ICT with demonstrable competence is a requirement.

ii. Reader (KDUTSS 06):

• As in (i) but with a minimum of nine (9) years’ experience in full-time teaching and research and at least 20 significant peer reviewed scholarly publications in reputable
• National and International outlets with membership of relevant professional bodies where applicable.

iii. Senior Lecturer (KDUTSS 05):

• Same as for (i) above, with six (6) years of University experience in full-time teaching, research and administration plus at least 12 significant scholarly publications in National and International peer reviewed Journals.
• Candidate must show ability to develop and execute research projects and must show evidence of research direction Proficiency in ICT with demonstrable competence is a requirement.

iii. Lecturer I (KDU KDUTSS 04):

• Candidate must possess a PhD degree in the relevant field with three (3) years of post-doctoral experience in teaching and research and a minimum of four scholarly publications in National and International peer reviewed Journals. Proficiency in ICT with demonstrable competence is a requirement.

iv. Lecturer II (KDUTSS 03):

• A PhD degree in the relevant field. Proficiency in ICT with demonstrable competence is a requirement

UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

University Librarian:

• Candidate must hold a Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies/Library Science from a recognized university, as well as a Ph.D. in Library Science or a related discipline.
• He or she must possess a minimum of fifteen (15) years of cognate work experience, including at least ten (10) years within a university setting.
• In addition, the candidate must have an impressive record of scholarly publications and be a member of relevant professional associations.

Librarian I (KDUTSS 03):

• Candidate must possess a minimum of M.L.S. Degree. Additional postgraduate degree or PhD in Library Science or in allied discipline will be an added advantage.
• Candidate should have had at least six (3) years of continuous working experience in a university setting, with postgraduate Library Science qualification. Candidate must have at least four (4) scholarly publications and must belong to relevant professional association.

 

NON-ACADEMIC STAFF

Please note that computer literacy and the possession of NYSC Discharge Certificate/Certificate of Exemption are mandatory where applicable.

A. REGISTRY

i. Administrative Officer II (KDUNTSS 07): Candidate must possess a good University

degree from a recognised University, as well as have at least 5 O’ Level credits including

English Language.

B. BURSARY

i. Deputy Bursar (KDUNTSS 14):

• Candidate must possess a good University degree in Accounting or other relevant discipline from a recognised University, as well as have at least 5 O’ Level credits including English Language and Mathematics plus at least fifteen (15) years post qualification cognate experience.
• In addition, candidate must possess any of the following professional qualifications: ACA. CNA, ACCA, CPA, ACNA, ANAN.

ii. Accountant I (KDUNTSS 08):

• Candidate must possess a good University degree or HND in Accounting or other relevant discipline from a recognised University, as well as have at least 5 O’ Level credits including English Language and Mathematics plus at least three (3) years post qualification cognate experience.

iii. Accountant II (KDUNTSS 07):

• Candidate must possess a good University degree or HND in Accounting or other relevant discipline from a recognised University, as well as have at least 5 O’ Level credits including English Language and Mathematics.

C. DIRECTORATE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

CENTRE (ICT)

Senior System Analyst/Programmer 1 (KDUNTSS 11):

• Candidate must have B.Sc./ B.Tech/HND Computer Science, plus five ‘O’ Level Credits passes to include English Language and Mathematics. Candidate with a University degree must have nine (9) years cognate experience, while the HND holder must have twelve (12) years cognate experience. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage. Expertise in Web Administration/Server Administration and in-depth understanding of PHP scripting, MySQL, XQuery, SQL Server, HTMLS5, etc., is required.

D. DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC RELATIONS

i. Deputy Director, Public Relations Officer (KDUNTSS 14):

• Candidate must possess a good Master’s degree in Mass Communication. Arts, Journalism etc. with eighteen (18) years cognate experience and must have spent at least four (4) years on Deputy Director II (Public Relations/ Information/Protocol/Communications.

E. TECHNICAL STAFF (COMPUTER SCIENCE AND MASS COMMUNICATION)

Technologist II (KDUNTSS 07):

• Candidate must possess B.Sc./HND in relevant discipline with at least five ‘O’ Level Credit passes to include English Language and Mathematics.
• Candidate must be computer literate.

F. UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICES

Medical Officer I (KDUNTSS 10):

• Candidate must possess a degree in Medicine and evidence of registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) and a minimum of two (2) years of post-registration cognate experience.
• Candidate must be computer literate.

G. WORKS AND SERVICES UNIT

i. Senior Engineer (KDUNTSS 09):

• Candidate must possess 5 O’ Level credits including English Language and Mathematics plus a Degree in a related field with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division).
• Applicants must also possess at least six (6) years post qualification cognate experience and membership of related professional bodies e.g. NSE, COREN etc.

ii. Artisan (Carpenter, Electrician, Plumber, Welder/Iron Bender and Bricklayer

(KDUNTSS 3)):

• Candidate must possess WASC/SSC/GCE with Trade Test Grade II & III with at least three (3) years practical experience.

 

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

The appointment which is to commence in the 2025/2026 academic session, is for a probationary period of two years in the first instance and may be confirmed to retiring age.

Salaries are very attractive and competitive. Other conditions are as contained in the approved Conditions of Service by the Governing Council of KolaDaisi University, Ibadan.

 

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Detailed Curriculum Vitae stating the following must be provided:

i. Names in Full (Surname first and in capitals)

ii. Post applying for

iii. Place and Date of Birth

iv. Home Address

v. Present Postal/Contact Addresses (With Phone Number(s) and E-mail Address)

vi. Nationality at Birth

vii. State/Local Government Area/Ward

viii. Marital Status, Number and Ages of Children

ix. Name, Relationship and Address of Next of Kin

x. Institutions attended with dates

xi. Academic and Professional Qualifications with dates (including Awards, Distinctions

and Scholarships with dates)

xii. Membership of Professional Bodies

xiii. Important and Relevant Academic Conferences

xiv. Workshops/Courses attended, with dates

xv. Teaching, Research, Administrative and Community Service Experience

xvi. Other Activities Outside Current Employment

xvii. Current Research, Awards and Grants

xviii. Details of Publications indicating Authorship, Year, Title of Publication, Details of Outlet

including Publishers

xix. Present Employment, Position and Salary

xx. Extra Curricula Activities

xxi. Names and Addresses of Three Referees

xxii. Proposed Date of Availability for Duties, if appointed

Candidates should request their referees to forward reference letters on their behalf directly to:

The Registrar,
KolaDaisi University,
Ibadan, Km 18, Ibadan – Oyo Express Way,
PMB 84, UI Post Office,
Ibadan.

NB: Application for academic positions must be accompanied by a bound copy of listed publications.

Ten (10) copies of applications, CVs and other supporting materials should be forwarded to:

The Registrar, KolaDaisi University, Km 18, Ibadan – Oyo Express Way, PMB 84, UI Post Office, Ibadan indicating the post for which application is made at the top left corner of the envelope.

Only the applications of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

MR. HARUNA OLAWALE ADETU

REGISTRAR AND SECRETARY TO COUNCIL

For more information, write [email protected]

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