Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta – Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following vacant positions in the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
ACADEMIC STAFF
A. College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD)
1. Department of Agricultural Economics & Farm Management
Lecturer II
2. Department of Agricultural Extension & Rural Development
Lecturer II
Assistant Lecturer
3. Department of Agricultural Administration
Areas of Specialization: Extension Psychology / Human Resource Development
Assistant Lecturer
4. Department of Communication and General Studies
Areas of Specialization: Political Science / History / French or French/English
Assistant Lecturer
B. College of Animal Science and Livestock Production (COLANIM)
1. Department of Animal Breeding and Genetics
Lecturer II
2. Department of Animal Nutrition
Lecturer II
3. Department of Animal Physiology
Lecturer II
4. Department of Pasture and Range Management
Lecturer II
C. College of Engineering (COLENG)
1. Department of Civil Engineering
Areas of Specialization: Geotechnical Engineering / Water and Environmental Engineering / Structural Engineering
Professor
2. Department of Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Areas of Specialization: Telecommunication / Electrical Machine / Power and Machine / Power System / Electronic
Professor
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
3. Department of Mechanical Engineering
Areas of Specialization: Materials and Metallurgy / Mechatronics / Mechanic and Machine / Thermodynamics / Mechanical
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
4. Department of Agricultural Engineering
Areas of Specialization: Farm Power / Processing and Storage / Farm Building and Structures / Soil and Water Engineering
Assistant Lecturer
5. Department of Mechatronics Engineering
Areas of Specialization: Mechanical Engineering / Computer Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Aided Engineering and Manufacturing / Electronics or Communications.
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
D. College of Environmental Resources Management (COLERM)
1. Department of Water Resources Management & Agrometeorology
Areas of Specialization: Water Resources Management and Hydrology (Water Resources Engineering, Water Resources Modeling, Irrigation & Drainage) / Agrometeorology with Meteorologist or Agrometeorologist
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
2. Department of Environmental Management & Toxicology
Areas of Specialization: Environmental Sciences / Physical Sciences / Biochemistry
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
Assistant Lecturer
E. College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC)
1. Department of Hospitality and Tourism
Assistant Lecturer
Graduate Assistant
2. Department of Home Science and Management
Areas of Specialization: Clothing and Textile Option / Home Science and Management (Extension Option) / Child Development and Family Relations Option
Lecturer II
3. Department of Food Science and Technology
Areas of Specialization: Food Microbiology & Biotechnology / Food Processing and Storage Technology / Food Quality Control and Assurance
Lecturer II
4. Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
Lecturer I
F. College of Natural Sciences (COLNAS)
1. Department of Biochemistry
Lecturer II
2. Department of Biological Sciences
Areas of Specialization: Zoology (Parasitology / Entomology / Animal Physiology / Animal Ecology), Botany (Plant Pathology / Plant Ecology / Plant Biosystematics / Plant Genetics)
Lecturer II
Assistant Lecturer
3. Department of Chemistry
Areas of Specialization: Physical / Analytical / Industrial / Organic)
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
4. Department of Mathematics
Professor
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer II
5. Department of Microbiology
Areas of Specialization: Medical Microbiology / Environmental Microbiology / Food Microbiology
Lecturer II
6. Department of Physics
Areas of Specialization: Physics Electronics / Theoretical Physics
Senior Lecturer
7. Department of Statistics
Areas of Specialization: Distribution Theory / Demography & Survey / Biometrics
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
G. College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT)
1. Department of Crop Protection
Areas of Specialization: Bacterial Plant Pathology / Plant Virology / Vertebrate Pests / Nematology
Lecturer II
2. Department of Plant Physiology & Crop Production
Areas of Specialization: Weed Science / Plant Physiology / Crop Production
Lecturer II
3. Department of Horticulture
Areas of Specialization: Landscape Horticulture / Floriculture
Lecturer II
4. Department of Plant Breeding and Seed Technology
Areas of Specialization: Seed Science / Plant Breeding
Lecturer II
5. Department of Soil Science and Land Management
Areas of Specialization: Soil Chemistry / Soil Fertility / Soil Microbiology or Biochemistry
Assistant Lecturer
H. College of Veterinary Medicine (COLVET)
1. Department of Veterinary Physiology & Pharmacology
Areas of Specialization: Biochemistry / Physiology
Senior Lecturer
2. Department of Veterinary Anatomy
Senior Lecturer
3. Department of Veterinary Microbiology & Parasitology
Areas of Specialization: Microbiology / Parasitology
Senior Lecturer
4. Department of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery
Area of Specialization: Veterinary Surgery / Equine Medicine
Lecturer II
5. Department of Veterinary Pathology
Area of Specialization: Pathology
Lecturer II
I. College of Management Sciences (COLMAS)
1. Department of Accounting
Area of Specialization: Auditing & Assurance Service / Taxation and Tax Management / Public Sector Accounting
Reader
Senior Lecturer
2. Department of Banking and Finance
Reader
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
3. Department of Business Enterprises Management
Areas of Specialization: Marketing / Human Resource Management / General Management
Senior Lecturer
4. Department of Economics
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
5. Department of Entrepreneurial Studies
Areas of Specialization: Entrepreneurial / Business Administration / General Management
Reader
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
J. ‘Nimbe Adedipe Library
Librarian I
Librarian II
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ACADEMIC POSITIONS
(i) Professor
Requirement
Candidate should have Ph.D. in any of the areas of specialization where vacancy exists for the position as listed above, in addition to a good Bachelor and Masters degrees in the same discipline.
He/she must have sufficient and relevant publications in reputable journals and referred conference proceedings with at least twelve (12) years post-qualification cognate experience in a University or related Institutions.
In addition, the candidate must be registered with relevant professional body and be ready to provide evidence of academic leadership.
The Salary attached to this position is CONUASS 07 (N2,485,098.00 – N3,128,691.00)
(ii) Reader
Requirement
Candidate should have Ph.D. in any of the areas of specialization where vacancy exists for the position as listed above, in addition to a good Bachelor and Masters degrees in the same discipline.
He/she must have sufficient and relevant publications in reputable journals and referred conference proceedings with at least ten (10) years post-qualification cognate experience in a University or related Institutions.
In addition, the candidate must be registered with relevant professional body and be ready to provide evidence of academic leadership.
The Salary attached to this position is CONUASS 06 (N2,053,124.00 – N2,684,096.00)
(iii) Senior Lecturer
Requirement
Candidate should have Ph.D. in any of the areas of specialization where vacancy exists for the position as listed above, in addition to a good Bachelor and Masters degrees in the same discipline.
He/she must have sufficient and relevant publications in reputable journals and referred conference proceedings with at least seven (7) years post-qualification cognate experience in a University or related Institutions.
In addition, the candidate must be registered with relevant professional body and be ready to provide evidence of academic leadership.
The Salary attached to this position is CONUASS 05 (N1,653,414.96 – N2,348,298.96)
(iv) Lecturer I
Requirement
Candidate should have Ph.D. in any of the areas of specialization where vacancy exists for the position as listed above, in addition to a good Bachelor and Masters degrees in the same discipline.
He/she must have sufficient and relevant publications in reputable journals and referred conference proceedings with at least three (3) years post-qualification cognate experience in a University or related Institutions.
In addition, the candidate must be registered with relevant professional body.
The Salary attached to this position is CONUASS 04 (N1,122,750.96 – N1,444,535.04)
(v) Lecturer II
Requirement
Candidate should have Ph.D. in any of the areas of specialization where vacancy exists for the position as listed above, in addition to a good Bachelor and Masters degrees in the relevant field.
In addition, the candidate must be registered with relevant professional body.
The Salary attached to this position is CONUASS 03 (N897,504.00 – N1,074,314.00)
(vi) Assistant Lecturer
Requirement
Candidate should have a good Bachelor and Masters degrees in the relevant field where vacancy exists for the position as listed above.
The Salary attached to this position is CONUASS 02 (N794,260.00 – N957,402.00)
(vii) Graduate Assistant
Requirement
Candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division in the relevant field where vacancy exists for the position as listed above, with evidence of commencement of Masters degree programme in the relevant field.
The Salary attached to this position is CONUASS 01 (N694,992.00 – N794,247.00)
(viii) Librarian I
Requirement
Candidate should possess a good honours Degree and the professional Masters Degree in Library and Information Science, with at least (3) years post-qualification cognate experience as a Librarian.
The candidate must show evidence of substantial contribution to knowledge through research and publications in local and international library science journals.
The Salary attached to this position is CONUASS 03 (N897,504.00 – N1,074,314.00)
(ix) Librarian II
Requirement
Candidate should possess a good honours Degree and Masters in Library and Information Science from a recognized University.
The Salary attached to this position is CONUASS 02 (N794,260.00 – N957,402.00)
Note:
For all positions in Departments of Accounting and Banking & Finance, professional qualifications in recognised professional bodies are essential. However, consideration may be given to these qualifications in lieu of Ph.D. in cognate disciplines.
NON-TEACHING STAFF
A. Director, Physical Planning (Contract of 5 Years) – (CONTISS 15)
Requirement
Candidates should possess a good University degree in Architecture, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Estate Management, Building Technology, Town Planning, Land Surveying and must be registered with relevant professional body such as NSE, COREN, ARCON, etc. Candidate should have at least fifteen (15) years post-qualification experience with a minimum of five (5) years as Deputy Director in tertiary institution or other reputable organisation(s) or industry.
B. Director, ICTREC – (CONTISS 15)
Requirement
Candidates should possess a good University degree in Computer Science, Informatics or related discipline and must be registered with relevant professional body such as CPN, ITAN, NCS, etc.
Candidate should have at least fifteen (15) years post-qualification experience with a minimum of seven (7) years as Deputy Director in tertiary institution or other reputable organisation(s) or industry.
C. Director, Bursary – (CONTISS 15)
Requirement
Candidates should possess a good honours degree in Accounting or its equivalent.
A higher degree will be an added advantage.
In addition, candidates should possess a professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, ICAN, ACMA, ACNA and ANAN with a minimum of fifteen (15) years relevant post-qualification experience, seven (7) of which must be as a Deputy Bursar/Deputy Director or equivalent post in a Tertiary Institution.
Candidate must be computer literate.
D. Deputy Director (Registry) – (CONTISS 14)
Requirement
Candidates should possess a good honours degree in Humanities/Social Sciences with at least twelve (12) years relevant post-qualification experience, five (5) of which must be as a Principal Assistant Registrar in a Federal University Tertiary Institution Administration.Candidate should also be registered with relevant professional bodies.
A higher degree will be an added advantage.
Candidate must be computer literate.
E. Deputy Director (Academic Planning) – (CONTISS 14)
Requirement
Candidates should possess a good honours degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Economics or related discipline with at least twelve (12) years relevant post-qualification experience, five (5) of which must be as a Chief Planning Officer in a Federal University Tertiary Institution Administration.
Candidate should also be registered with relevant professional bodies. A higher degree will be an added advantage.
Candidate must be computer literate.
F. College of Agricultural Management, Rural Development (COLAMRUD)
1. Department of Agricultural Economics & Farm Management
Laboratory Assistant – (CONTISS 03)
Requirement
Senior School Certificate/ NABTEB with credit passes in five (5) subjects (English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Agricultural Science).
G. College of Engineering (COLENG)
1. Central Workshop
Laboratory Technologist II – (CONTISS 07)
Requirement
HND/B.Sc. in the relevant field from a recognised institution plus registration with COREN.
2. Department of Mechatronics Engineering
Technologist II – (CONTISS 07)
Requirement
HND/B.Sc. in the relevant field from a recognised institution plus registration with COREN.
H. College of Veterinary Medicine (COLVET)
1. Department of Veterinary Anatomy
Laboratory Technologist II – (CONTISS 07)
Requirement
HND/B.Sc. in the relevant field from a recognised institution plus registration with COREN.
2. Department of Veterinary Physiology & Pharmacology
Laboratory Technologist II – (CONTISS 07)
Requirement
HND in the relevant field from a recognized institution.
3. Department of Veterinary Pathology
Laboratory Assistant – (CONTISS 03)
Requirement
Senior School Certificate/ NABTEB with credit passes in five (5) subjects (English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Agricultural Science).
4. Veterinary Teaching Hospital
(i) Veterinary Officer – (CONTISS 08)
Requirement
Possession of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree with registration as Veterinary Surgeon
(ii) Laboratory Scientist II – (CONTISS 07)
Requirement
B.Sc., (Professional degree), registerable with the relevant institute (IMLS)
CONSOLIDATED TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS SALARY STRUCTURE (CONTISS)
CONTISS 15 – (N4,372,827.00 – N5,631,083.00)
CONTISS 14 – (N3,637,919.00 – N4,737,055.00)
CONTISS 08 – (N718,359.00 – N1,044,634.00)
CONTISS 07 – (N619,093.00 – N897,007.00)
CONTISS 03 – (N174,743.00 – N263,755.00)
Conditions of Service
These are as obtainable in the Public Service of Nigeria and the University System.
Application Closing Date
25th August, 2014
Method of Application
Candidates should address their applications with twenty-five (25) copies of their Credentials and Curriculum Vitae in the order stated below:
01. PERSONAL
(i) Name in Full: (Surname First in Capital Letters)
(ii) Date of Birth:
(iii) Place of Birth:
(iv) Age:
(v) Sex:
vi) Marital Status:
vii) Nationality:
viii) Town and State of Origin:
(ix) Local Government:
(x) Senatorial District:
(xi) Contact Address:
(xii) Phone Number:
(xiii) E-mail Address:
(xiv) Present Employer:
(xv) Present Post and Salary (both level and amount):
(xvi) Post Applied for:
02. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Educational Institutions Attended (with dates)
Academic and Professional Qualifications (with dates)
Prizes, Honours, National and International Recognition
03. WORK EXPERIENCE
04. SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS/COMMUNITY SERVICE
05. COMMENDATION
06. MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL BODIES
07. EXTRA CURRICULA ACTIVITIES
08. PUBLICATIONS
09. REFEREES
To:
The Registrar,
Federal University of Agriculture,
P. M. B. 2240, Abeokuta,
Ogun State.
Applicants should request their three nominated referees to forward their reports under separate and confidential cover.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by e-mail or through their cell phone numbers.