Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) Recruitment for Academic & Non-Academic Staff

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The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) is a top ranking University of technology in Nigeria and indeed the nation's pride. Established in 1981, the university has grown tremendously, stretching its academic disciplines and research across eight different schools and over fifty academic departments.

The Mission of FUTA is to promote technological advancement by providing conducive environment for research, teaching and learning engenders development of products that are technologically oriented, self-reliant and relevant to society.

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

Academic Staff Vacancies

Open positions are available across multiple schools and departments. Applicants may apply for any of the following academic ranks, depending on qualifications and experience:

• Professor
• Senior Lecturer
• Lecturer I
• Lecturer II
• Assistant Lecturer

Schools and Departments

A. School Of Agricultural And Agricultural Technology (SAAT)

a. Department Of Agricultural Extension And Communication Technology (AEC)

1. Lecturer II
2. Assistant Lecturer

b. Department Of Animal Production (APH)

1. Lecturer II

c. Department Of Agricultural And Resource Economics (ARE)

1. Assistant Lecturer

d. Department Of Crop, Soil And Pest Management (CSP)

1. Lecturer II
2. Assistant Lecturer

e. Department Of Ecotourism And Wildlife Management (EWM)

1. Lecturer II

f. Department Of Fisheries And Aquaculture Technology (FAT)

1. Assistant Lecturer

g. Department Of Food Science And Technology (FST)

1. Lecturer II

h. Department Of Forestry And Wood Technology (FWT)

1. Lecturer II

i. Department Of Nutrition And Dietetics (NDT)

1. Senior Lecturer
2. Lecturer I
3. Lecturer II
4. Assistant Lecturer

B. College Of Health Sciences

1. School Of Basic Medical Sciences (SBMS)

a. Department Of Human Anatomy (HUA)

1. Lecturer II
2. Assistant Lecturer

b. Department Of Physiology (PHS)

1. Assistant Lecturer

c. Department Of Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)

1. Senior Lecturer
2. Lecturer I
3. Lecturer II

d. Department Of Public Health (PHT)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

2. School Of Clinical Sciences (SCS)

a. Department Of Medicine And Surgery (MBBS)

1. Professor
2. Senior Lecturer
3. Lecturer I

b. Department Of Nursing Science (NRS)

1. Senior Lecturer
2. Lecturer I
3. Lecturer II

C. School Of Earth And Mineral Sciences (SEMS)

a. Department Of Applied Geophysics (AGP)

1. Lecturer II

b. Department Of Applied Geology (AGY)

1. Lecturer II

c. Department Of Meteorology And Climate Science (MCS)

1. Assistant Lecturer

d. Department Of Marine Science And Technology (MST)

1. Lecturer II

e. Department Of Remote Sensing And Geosciences Information System (RSG)

1. Lecturer II

D. School Of Electrical Systems Engineering (SESE)

a. Department Of Biomedical Engineering (CPE)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

b. Department Of Computer Engineering (BME)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

c. Department Of Electrical And Electronics Engineering (EEE)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

d. Department Of Information And Communication Engineering (ICE)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

e. Department Of Mechatronics Engineering (MCE)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

E. School Of Environmental Technology (SET)

a. Department Of Architecture (ARC)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

b. Department Of Building (BDG)

1. Lecturer II
2. Assistant Lecturer

c. Department Of Environmental Management (ENM)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

d. Department Of Estate Management (ESM)

1. Lecturer II

e. Department Of Industrial Design (IDD)

1. Assistant Lecturer

f. Department Of Quantity Surveying (QSV)

1. Lecturer II

g. Department Of Surveying And Geoinformatics (SVG)

1. Lecturer II

h. Department Of Urban And Regional Planning (URP)

1. Assistant Lecturer

i. Department Of Textile Design Technology (TDT)

1. Lecturer II

F. School Of Infrastructure, Mineral And Manufacturing Engineering (SIMME)

a. Department Of Agricultural Engineering (AGE)

1. Lecturer I

b. Department Of Chemical Engineering (CEE)

1. Senior Lecturer
2. Lecturer I
3. Lecturer II

c. Department Of Civil Engineering (CVE)

1. Lecturer I

d. Department Of Industrial And Production Engineering (IPE)

1. Lecturer I

e. Department Of Mechanical Engineering (MEE)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

f. Department Of Metallurgical And Materials Engineering (MME)

1. Lecturer I

g. Department Of Mining Engineering (MNE)

1. Lecturer I

G. School Of Logistics And Innovation Technology (SLIT)

a. Department Of Entrepreneurship (ENT)

1. Lecturer II

b. Department Of Logistics And Transport Technology (LTT)

1. Lecturer II

c. Department Of Project Management Technology (PMT)

1. Lecturer II
2. Assistant Lecturer

d. Department Of Securities And Investment Management Technology (SIM)

1. Lecturer II

e. Department Of Business Information Technology (BIT)

1. Lecturer II

f. Department Of Financial Technology (FIN)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

g. Department Of Procurement Technology (PRC)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

H. School Of Life Sciences (SLS)

a. Department Of Biochemistry (BCH)

1. Lecturer II

b. Department Of Biology (BIO)

1. Lecturer II
2. Assistant Lecturer

c. Department Of Biotechnology (BTH)

1. Senior Lecturer
2. Lecturer I
3. Lecturer II
4. Assistant Lecturer

d. Department Of Microbiology (MCB)

1. Lecturer II

I. School Of Computing (SOC)

a. Department Of Computer Science (CSC)

1. Lecturer I
2. Lecturer II

b. Department Of Cyber Security (CYS)

1. 1. Lecturer II
   2. Assistant Lecturer

c. Department Of Data Science (DTS)

1. Senior Lecturer
2. Lecturer II

d. Department Of Information System (IFS)

1. Lecturer II

e. Department Of Information Technology (IFT)

1. Lecturer II
2. Assistant Lecturer

f. Department Of Software Engineering (SEN)

1. Lecturer II

J. School Of Physical Sciences (SPS)

a. Department Of Chemistry (CHE)

1. Lecturer II
2. Assistant Lecturer

b. Department Of Mathematical Sciences (MTS)

1. Lecturer II
2. Assistant Lecturer

c. Department Of Statistics (STA)

1. Lecturer II

d. Department Of Physics (PHY)

1. Lecturer II
2. Assistant Lecturer

e. Department Of Library And Information Science (LIS)

1. Lecturer II

f. Department Of Educational Technology (EDT)

1. Senior Lecturer
2. Lecturer I
3. Lecturer II

g. Department Of General Studies (GNS)

1. Lecturer II

Qualifications and Experience

• A good first degree is required for all positions.
• Computer literacy is required for all positions.
• Registration with professional bodies is required for some positions (e.g., ARCON, NIS, SURCON, etc.).

1. Professor (CONUASS/CONMESS 07 – ₦7,328,847.00 – ₦9,476,689.00 / ₦9,952,637.00 – ₦11,979,154.00)

Candidates Should Possess:

(a) A minimum of Ph.D. in the relevant fields.
(b) Must have at least ten (10) years of teaching and research experience in the University system.
(c) Must show academic experience through publication in recognized local and international journals.
(d) Must show academic leadership through postgraduate supervision and be able to attract research grants from both local and international funding agencies.
(e) Must be ready to lead various research groups within the Department and the University as a whole.

(f) For Department Of Medicine And Surgery:
Candidates must possess Fellowship of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria or the West African Postgraduate Medical College or similar Colleges Overseas.
A Ph.D. degree will be an additional advantage.
Candidates for Professorship must demonstrate evidence of teaching in a University or an institution of similar standing for at least 9 years and must have contributed to knowledge in the form of scholarly publications in reputable journals.
Candidates should have a minimum of two years as a Reader/Associate Professor.

2. Senior Lecturer (CONUASS/CONMESS 05 – ₦4,765,058.00 – ₦6,649,086.00 / ₦5,483,017.00 – ₦6,675,544.00)

Candidates Should Possess:

(a) A minimum of Ph.D. in the relevant fields.
(b) Must have at least six (6) years of teaching and research experience in the University system.
(c) Must show academic experience through publication in recognized local and international journals.
(d) Must show academic leadership through postgraduate supervision and be able to attract research grants from both local and international funding agencies.
(e) Must be ready to lead various research groups within the Department and the University as a whole.

(f) For Department Of Medicine And Surgery:
Candidates must possess Fellowship of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria or the West African Postgraduate Medical College or similar Colleges Overseas.
Candidates must demonstrate evidence of teaching in a University or institution of similar standing for at least 4 years and must have contributed to knowledge in the form of scholarly publications in reputable journals.
Candidates should have a minimum of two years as a Lecturer I.

(g) For Nursing:
Bachelor’s degree with not less than Second Class Lower Division, registered as Nurse/Midwife/Public Health with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, Master’s Degree in Nursing Science, Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Nursing Science.
Candidates must demonstrate evidence of teaching in a University of similar standing and contributed to knowledge in the form of scholarly publications in reputable journals.
Candidates with Ph.D. must have spent a minimum of two years as a Lecturer I.

3. Lecturer I (CONUASS/CONMESS 04 – ₦3,511,653.00 – ₦4,387,475.00 / ₦4,634,964.00 – ₦5,731,642.00)

Candidates Should Possess:

(a) A minimum of Ph.D. in the relevant fields.
(b) Must have at least four (4) years of teaching and research experience in the University system.
(c) Must show academic experience through publication in recognized local and international journals.
(d) Must show academic leadership through postgraduate supervision and be able to attract research grant from both local and international funding agencies.
(e) For Department of Medicine and Surgery: Candidates must possess Fellowship of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria or the West African Postgraduate Medical College or similar College overseas.
(f) For Nursing Science: Bachelor’s degree with not less than Second Class Lower Division, registered as a Nurse/Midwife/Public Health with the Nursing and Philosophy or Doctor of Nursing Science.

4. Lecturer II (CONUASS/CONMESS 03 – ₦2,887,448.00 – ₦3,366,138.00 / ₦3,710,061.00 – ₦4,436,476.00)

Candidates Should Possess:

(a) A minimum of Master’s Degree in the relevant fields with two (2) years of experience or Ph.D. in the relevant fields.
(b) Apart from teaching and research works, candidates with Master’s Degree must have registered for a Ph.D. programme.
(c) For Nursing Science: Candidate must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with not less than Second Class Lower Division, registered as a Nurse/Midwife/Public Health with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, and a Master’s Degree in Nursing.

5. Assistant Lecturer (CONUASS 02 – ₦2,599,713.00 – ₦3,040,268.00)

Candidates Should Possess:

(a) A minimum of Master’s Degree in the relevant field with Ph.D. grade.
(b) Candidates must have registered for a Ph.D. programme.

Non-Teaching Positions

Registry / Others

1. Administrative Officer I – CONTISS 08
2. Administrative Officer II – CONTISS 07
3. Confidential Secretary I – CONTISS 07
4. Assistant Executive Officer – CONTISS 05
5. Confidential Secretary III – CONTISS 05
6. Assistant Data Processing Officer – CONTISS 05
7. Secretarial Assistant (Typist III) – CONTISS 03
8. Clerical Officer – CONTISS 03
9. Laboratory Assistant – CONTISS 03
10. Porter – CONTISS 03
11. Farm Attendant I – CONTISS 03
12. Cameraman I / Photographer I – CONTISS 03
13. Office Attendant II – CONTISS 02
14. Laboratory Attendant II – CONTISS 02

Academic Planning Unit

1. Academic Planning Officer II – CONTISS 07

Bursary Unit

1. Accountant I – CONTISS 08
2. Accountant II – CONTISS 07
3. Procurement Officer II – CONTISS 07
4. Assistant Executive Officer (Accounts) – CONTISS 05

Directorate Of Works And Services

1. Civil Engineer I – CONTISS 08
2. Higher Technical Officer – CONTISS 07
3. Craftsman I (Electrician / Carpentry / Plumber) – CONTISS 03
4. Technical Assistant – CONTISS 03
5. Motor Driver I – CONTISS 03
6. Motor Driver II – CONTISS 02
7. Craftsman Assistant – CONTISS 02

Technologist (Engineering, Sciences, Etc.)

1. Laboratory Technologist I – CONTISS 08
2. Laboratory Technologist II – CONTISS 07
3. Medical Laboratory Scientist II – CONTISS / CONHESS 07

Directorate Of Physical Planning

1. Architect I – CONTISS 08
2. Electrical Engineer I – CONTISS 08
3. Mechanical Engineer I – CONTISS 08

University Library

1. Library Officer II – CONTISS 07
2. Higher Library Assistant I – CONTISS 07
3. Head Library Assistant – CONTISS 05
4. Library Assistant – CONTISS 03
5. Bindery Assistant – CONTISS 03

Computer Resource Centre

1. Software Engineer II – CONTISS 07
2. Network Engineer II – CONTISS 07

Sports Centre

1. Coach II – CONTISS 07

Directorate Of Health Services

1. Medical Imaging Scientist II – CONTISS 07
2. Higher Health Technician – CONTISS 07

Security Unit

1. Patrolman I – CONTISS 03
2. Patrolman / Woman II – CONTISS 02
3. Security Guard – CONTISS 02

Lodge

1. Head Cook / Steward – CONTISS 05
2. Cook / Steward – CONTISS 02

Centre For Entrepreneurship (CENT)

1. Craftsman (Tailor) – CONTISS 03

Other Conditions

1. Appointment is normally on probation, which may be confirmed after two years of satisfactory service. The post is pensionable.
2. All applicants for academic positions and applicants for positions on CONTISS 06 – CONTISS 12 must be computer literate.

 

How to Apply

Candidates should apply online through the FUTA recruitment portal. Applicants must print a copy of the generated CV after submission. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date:
Applications close six weeks from Thursday, 23rd October 2025, the official opening date for online submission.

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