Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER) Vacancies for Research Staff Positions

The Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER) is the premier think tank of the Federal Government on socio-economic issues. Established in 1960, with its headquarters in Ibadan Oyo State. The Institute is mandated to conduct scholarly research, provide policy analysis and develop policy
recommendations that promote social and economic development in the country.

In pursuit of this mission, applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Nigerian nationals, to fill the following vacant research and non-research positions.

The following are the specific arears of specialization for which applications may be submitted.

Job Title: Research Fellow II

Location: Ibadan, Oyo

Requirements

• Doctorate degree from a recognised University with at least 3 years of research experience.

Areas of specialization required for both Ph.D. and MSc.

1. Agric Economics
2. Economics
3. Educational Management
4. Technology Management
5. Political Science
6. Peace and Conflict Studies
7. Public Administration
8. International Relations
9. Sociology
10. Psychology
11. Anthropology
12. Criminology
13. Environmental Studies
14. Urban & Regional Planning/ Geography

Salary Grade
CONRAISS: 09.

Job Title: Junior Research Fellow

Location: Ibadan, Oyo

Requirements

• A good Honours Bachelor’s degree obtained at first class or second class (Upper Division) and a Master‘s degree with Ph.D. in view.

Areas of specialization required for both Ph.D. and MSc.

1. Agric Economics
2. Economics
3. Educational Management
4. Technology Management
5. Political Science
6. Peace and Conflict Studies
7. Public Administration
8. International Relations
9. Sociology
10. Psychology
11. Anthropology
12. Criminology
13. Environmental Studies
14. Urban & Regional Planning/ Geography

Salary Grade
CONRAISS: 08.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested and qualified applicants are to visit the Institute’s website at www.niser.gov.ng and follow the application guidelines provided. Applicants should complete the online form via the application portal: https://niser.gov.ng/v2/research-staff-positions/ and upload the required
documents as specified.

For enquiries regarding the application process, applicants may contact [email protected].

Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted on or before 3rd November, 2025.

NISER is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in compliance with Federal Character principles. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status, or physical challenges, as well as other
characteristics protected by law.

General conditions for all new appointments:

• Candidate must not be less than 18 years and not be more than 50 years of age.
• Must be a Nigerian citizen
• Candidate may only apply once or take the written test once.
• Submission of a letter of application including documents, certificates, as may be stipulated in the call for applications. 
• Applicant must upon request present original copies of certificates and credentials submitted. 
• Must take and pass the Institute General Knowledge and aptitude test and meet the required cut-off mark.
• Must pass the personal oral interview as may be organized by the Institute