Academic and Non-Academic Staff Vacancies at University of Abuja (Now Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja)

The University of Abuja (now Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja) was established in January 1988. It is Nigeria's first dual-mode University with a mandate for both conventional and distance learning education. Academic activities commenced in 1990, and a portion of land measuring 11,678.28 hectares was allocated to it by the then President of Nigeria, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, GCFR, for continuous expansion.

Today, the University has a College of Health Sciences, 17 faculties, over 70 undergraduate programmes, a revitalised Centre for Distance Learning and Continuing Education, a School of Postgraduate Studies, an Institute of Education, and a thriving Business School, along with multiple research centres and institutes. With over 50,000 students from all States of the Federation, including International Students, the University proudly embodies its role as "The University for National Unity." It is committed to advancing research, innovation, and partnerships to become a leading research hub in Nigeria.

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions below:

Position: Professor

Position Code: CONUASS-7

Job Description

Professor position available across all faculties including College of Health Sciences, Faculty of Nursing and Allied Sciences, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Communication and Medical Studies, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Management Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Geography and Atmospheric Sciences, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Engineering, and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a Ph.D. or its equivalent with a minimum number of publications not less than fifteen (15) and nine (9) years in teaching experience at university level.
• Applicants must have a Google scholar h-index of 3. Appointment is subject to external assessment of candidate's publications and general contributions to knowledge and national development.
• Must show evidence of academic leadership through postgraduate supervision and be able to attract research grant from both local and international funding agencies.
• Must be a registered member of their professional bodies.

Position: Programs/System Analyst

Position Code: CONTISS-II-7-PSA

Job Description

Programs/System Analyst position to develop and maintain university systems and programs.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree with minimum of Second-Class Lower Division or Higher National Diploma (HND) with minimum of Lower Credit in Computer Science or related field from a recognized institution.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Network Engineer II

Position Code: CONTISS-II-8-NET

Job Description

• Network Engineer II position to manage and maintain university network infrastructure.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a degree with minimum of Second Class Lower Division or Higher National Diploma (HND) with minimum of Lower Credit in Computer/Electronics Engineering or related field in Engineering from a recognized institution with professional registration.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Nursing Officer II

Position Code: CONTISS-II-7-NUR

Job Description

• Nursing Officer II position to provide healthcare services within the university.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess RN and RM, RN and Post Basic qualification.
• Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Civil Engineer II

Position Code: CONTISS-II-8-CIV

Job Description

• Civil Engineer II position to oversee infrastructure development and maintenance.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a B.Sc., B. Eng. or B. Tech. Degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division from a recognized University and registered with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Architect II

Position Code: CONTISS-II-7-ARC

Job Description

• Architect II position to design and oversee university building projects.

Requirements

• The basic entry requirement for this cadre is a B.Sc. Degree in Architecture or B. Arch with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division from a recognized University.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Higher Executive Officer

Position Code: CONTISS-II-7-HEO

Job Description

• Higher Executive Officer position to handle administrative functions across various departments.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess Higher National Diploma (HND) in Arts and Humanities, Management and Social Sciences with a minimum of Lower Credit from recognized institution or a Third Class Degree in Humanities, Management and Social Sciences. Computer literacy is required.

Position: Confidential Secretary II

Position Code: CONTISS-II-7-CS

Job Description

• Confidential Secretary II position to provide high-level secretarial support.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess 60/120 WPM in Typewriting/Shorthand or B.Sc./HND in Secretarial Studies/Administration. NCE/National Diploma holders require four (4) years cognate post qualification work experience.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Senior Secretariat Assistant

Position Code: CONTISS-II-6-SSA

Job Description

• Senior Secretariat Assistant position to provide secretarial and administrative support.

Requirements

• Applicants must have Secondary School Certificate with a minimum of five (5) credit passes including English Language with 50/100WPM in Typewriting/Shorthand.
• Candidates with NCE or National Diploma in Secretarial Studies/Administration are eligible for appointment.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Higher Technical Officer

Position Code: CONTISS-II-7-HTO

Job Description

• Higher Technical Officer position to provide technical support across various departments.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess ND/HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in Architecture, Urban Planning, Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Building, Quantity Surveying, Land Surveying and Estate Surveying.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Clerical Officer

Position Code: CONTISS-II-3-CLK

Job Description

• Clerical Officer position to provide basic administrative and clerical support.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess Secondary School Education (SSCE/NECO/NABTEB/GCE) with three (3) passes at credit level, one of which must be in English Language or literature in English, and any other two (2) Subjects.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Legal Officer

Position Code: CONTISS-II-8-LEG

Job Description

• Legal Officer position to provide legal advice and support to the university.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a degree in Law (LL.B), with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division from a recognized University and call to the Nigerian Bar.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Accountant II

Position Code: CONTISS-II-7-ACC2

Job Description

• Accountant position to support financial operations and reporting.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess B.Sc. Accounting with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Accountant I

Position Code: CONTISS-II-8-ACC1

Job Description

• Senior Accountant position to manage financial operations and reporting.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess B.Sc. Accounting or HND in Accounting with a recognized professional qualification in one of: ICAN, ANAN, ACA, ACCA, ICMA-UK with four (4) years cognate experience.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Data Analyst II

Position Code: CONTISS-II-7-DA

Job Description

• Data Analyst II position to handle data analysis and reporting functions across the university.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree with minimum of Second-Class Lower Division or Higher National Diploma (HND) with minimum of Lower Credit in Computer Science or related field from a recognized institution with professional registration. Computer literacy is required.

Position: Academic Technologist

Position Code: CONTISS-II-7

Job Description

Academic Technologist position to support academic and research activities across various departments.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a Higher National Diploma (HND), B. Eng, B. Tech and B.Sc. or its equivalent.
• Registration with professional body; AIST, NISLT, COREN, NATE, ASN, ESN etc.
• Computer literacy is required.

Position: Graduate Assistant

Position Code: CONUASS-1

Job Description

• Graduate Assistant position available across all faculties including College of Health Sciences, Faculty of Nursing and Allied Sciences, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Communication and Medical Studies, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Management Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Geography and Atmospheric Sciences, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Engineering, and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a First Degree of the University of Abuja or any other recognised Institution with minimum of Second Class Upper Division.

Position: Assistant Lecturer

Position Code: CONUASS-2

Job Description

• Assistant Lecturer position available across all faculties including College of Health Sciences, Faculty of Nursing and Allied Sciences, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Communication and Medical Studies, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Management Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Geography and Atmospheric Sciences, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Engineering, and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a Master Degree, LLB/BL or LLB/LLM or B. Agric, B. Eng., B.Tech., B. Sc. Eng, with at least Second-Class Upper Division of the University of Abuja or any other recognised Institution.

Position: Lecturer II

Position Code: CONUASS-3

Job Description

• Lecturer II position available across all faculties including College of Health Sciences, Faculty of Nursing and Allied Sciences, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Communication and Medical Studies, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Management Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Geography and Atmospheric Sciences, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Engineering, and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent qualification recognised by the University of Abuja or LL.B Degree with at least Second Class Lower Division plus BL plus LL.M or MBBS/DVM, B. Eng. plus COREN, M.Sc. Agric, M. Tech. M. Eng.
• Must have a minimum of second-class lower degree apart from the post-graduate degree(s).

Position: Lecturer I

Position Code: CONUASS-4

Job Description

• Lecturer I position available across all faculties including College of Health Sciences, Faculty of Nursing and Allied Sciences, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Communication and Medical Studies, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Management Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Geography and Atmospheric Sciences, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Engineering, and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a Ph.D. or its equivalent with minimum of publications six (6).
• The Candidates must have been Lecturer II/Librarian II for three years.
• Must have a minimum of second-class lower degree apart from the post-graduate degree(s).

Position: Senior Lecturer

Position Code: CONUASS-5

Job Description

• Senior Lecturer position available across all faculties including College of Health Sciences, Faculty of Nursing and Allied Sciences, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Communication and Medical Studies, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Management Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Geography and Atmospheric Sciences, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Engineering, and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a Ph.D. or its equivalent with minimum of 9 publications and three (3) years University teaching experience as Lecturer I/Librarian I. Applicants must have a Google scholar, h-index of at least 1.
• Must be a registered member of their professional bodies.
• Must have a minimum of second-class lower degree apart from the post-graduate degree(s).

Position: Associate Professor

Position Code: CONUASS-6

Job Description

• Associate Professor position available across all faculties including College of Health Sciences, Faculty of Nursing and Allied Sciences, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Communication and Medical Studies, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Management Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Geography and Atmospheric Sciences, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Engineering, and Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a Ph.D. or its equivalent with a minimum number of publications not less than twelve (12) and six (6) years in Teaching/Library experience at the University level. Applicants must have a Google scholar h-index of 2. Appointment is subject to external assessment.
• Must show evidence of academic leadership through postgraduate supervision and be able to attract research grant from both local and international funding agencies.
• Must be a registered member of their professional bodies.

Conditions of Service:
The same as obtained in other federal universities in Nigeria.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Candidates are requested to submit via the online application portal; soft copy of their applications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, credentials and supporting documents.

The Curriculum Vitae should be presented in the following order:

• Name in Full (Surname in capital letters)
• Date and Place of Birth
• Permanent Home Address
• Contact Address: Postal Address, GSM Number and Email Address
• Nationality
• State of Origin
• Marital Status
• Number and Ages of Children (if any)
• Educational Institutions Attended with Dates
• Academic and Professional Qualifications Obtained with Dates
• Work Experience: with full details of all previous and current positions, indicating present rank/status and salary
• Publications (where applicable in a chronological order)
• Extra Curricular Activities
• Name and Address of Three (3) Referees.

All Applications should be addressed to:
The Registrar,
University of Abuja,
P.M.B. 117,
Abuja.

Note

• All applications must be submitted via the University recruitment portal:
• Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates must be computer literate.
• In addition to stating the names of three referees, applicants should request their referees to forward referee reports to the Registrar, University of Abuja, Abuja, through [email protected].
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.