Obafemi Awolowo University Recruitment in 2014 for Academic (Graduate Assistant and Lecturers) and Non-Teaching Staff is currently ongoing. Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife Recruitment for 2014. The following are the vacancies (job vacancies) available, which interested and equally qualified persons can apply for.
Vacancies Available in the 2014 Obafemi Awolowo University Recruitment
Here are the academic staff vacancies that the management of OAU are recruiting for. The list also includes details of requirements for the job position and salaries.
1.) VACANT ACADEMIC POSITIONS AT OAU
College of Health Sciences
A.) FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCE
Department of Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
Area of Specialization
Medical Parasitology
1.) Lecture I – CONNUASS 04
Requirements
- Candidate applying for the position of Lecturer I in Medical Microbiology must possess M.B.B.S., M.B.Ch.B or M.D. Degree and Fellowship of the Faculty of Laboratory Medicine of the West African College of Physicians or Faculty of Pathology, National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria. Candidate with Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology can also apply. Evidence of skills in molecular microbiology with a minimum of six publications in peer-reviewed academic journals is required.
2.) Lecture II – CONNUASS 03
Requirements
- Candidates applying for the position of Lecturer II must possess M.B.B.S., M.B.Ch.B or M.D. Degree and a Membership of the Faculty of Laboratory Medicine of the West African College of Medicine or Faculty of Pathology, National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria.
- A holder of an M.Sc. degree in Medical Parasitology may also apply. However, such a candidate must be enrolled currently in a Ph.D. programme and preferably at an advanced stage (i.e. about completing). Our ideal candidate will have a sufficiently broad background in microbiology and infectious diseases.
B.) FACULTY OF CLINICAL SCIENCES
Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Perinatology
Area of Specialization
Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Perinatology
3.) Lecturer I – CONNUASS 04
Requirements
- Candidate applying for the position of Lecturer I must possess M.B.B.S., M.B.Ch.B and should possess the Fellowship of the West African College of Surgeons or the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria in the Faculty of Obstectrics and Gynaecology or their equivalents.
- Successful applicants will have to reside permanently at Ilesa as part of the condition for this appointment where he/she would engage in the teaching, training and services functions for the student’s instructional pedagogy.
C.) FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT
Department of Architecture
Area of Specialization
(Architectural Design and Production)
4.) Assistant Lecturer – CONNUASS 02
Requirements
- Candidate applying for the position of Assistant Lecturer must possess a professional Masters Degree in Architecture from the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife or any other equivalent Institution. He/She must have registered for an M.Phil/Ph.D Research Programme in Architecture with special focus on Architectural Design and Production and providing a clear evidence of progress being made.
- The applicant must have a flair for architectural photography.
D.) FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Department of Zoology
Areas of Specialization
Aquaculture, Animal Genetics, and Physiology Environmental Conservation
5.) Lecturer – CONUASS 02-04
6.) Senior Lecturer – CONUASS 05
Requirements
- Candidates applying for the positions advertised above must have earned at least an M.Sc. Degrees in Zoology or a relevant field from Obafemi Awolowo University or any other recognized university.
- The candidates must have a minimum of a Second Class Upper Division at B.Sc. (Honours) Degree Level. Possession of NYSC discharge certificate is mandatory.
E.) FACULTY OF ARTS
Department of Foreign Languages
7.) Senior Lecturer – CONNUASS 05
Areas of Specialization: French Language and Applied Linguistics; Translation and Translation Studies
Requirements
- Candidate applying for the position of Senior Lecturer must possess Ph.D. in French Linguistics (Applied Linguistics) from any reputable university.
- Candidates must have at least 5 years post Ph.D. experience in the teaching of Applied French Linguistics in recognized universities within or outside Nigeria as well as publications in highly reputable journals within and outside Nigeria that conform to the criteria for Senior Lectureship positions in the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.
8.) Lecturer I or II – CONNUASS 04
Areas of Specialization: Portuguese Language and Luso-Brazilian Literature and Cultures
Requirements
- Candidate applying for the position of Lecturer I or Lecturer II must possess Ph.D. or a Master of Arts Degree in Portuguese or Brazilian Studies from the Obafemi Awolowo University or any other reputable university outside Nigeria.
- In addition, candidates must have at least 4 years of post qualification experience in the teaching of Portuguese Language and Brazilian Literature and Culture in recognised universities within or outside Nigeria. Also required are publications in highly reputable journals that conform to the criteria for the appointment of Lectureship positions in the Obafenn Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.
9.) Assistant Lecturer – CONNUASS 02
Areas of Specialization: Portuguese Languages and Literature
Requirements
- Candidate applying for the position of Assistant Lecturer must possess a Master of Arts Degree in Portuguese or Brazilian Studies from the Obafeim Awolowo University or any other reputable university outside Nigeria.
- Possession of a good certificate of proficiency in Portuguese language such as the CELPE-BRAS will be an added advantage. Applicants are expected to undertake a Ph.D in Luso-Brazilian Studies.
Department of Religious Studies
Area of Specialization
African Indigenous Religion
10.) Graduate Assistants – CONNUASS 01
Area of Specialization
Sociology of Religion
11.) Graduate Assistants – CONNUASS 01
Requirements
- Candidate for the position of a Graduate Assistant should possess B.A. Religious Studies (Single or Combined. Honours) with a minimum of Second Class (Upper Division) from the Obafemi Awolowo University or any other reputable University.
- Nigerian applicants must possess NYSC discharge certificate. Applicants are expected to be registered as Postgraduate Students
2.) SENIOR NON-TEACHING POSITIONS
College of Health Sciences
Department of Nursing Science:
12.) Nursing Officer I – CONTISS 08 – (N1,258,653 – N1,866,314)
Requirements
- Candidates applying for the position of Nursing Officer must have a BNSc. degree with not less than Second Class Lower division from a recognized University, He/she must be registered as a Nurse/ Midwife/ Public Health Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria and have a minimum of five years clinical experience in a reputable hospital. The candidate must have relevant certificates in clinical training updates and be Computer literate. A Master’s degree in Nursing will be an added advantage.
Medical Illustration Unit
13.) Technologist I – CONTISS 07 – (N1,084,061 – N1,600,307)
Requirements
- Candidates applying for the position of Technologist I must possess HND in Computer Science Information and Media Technology (with skills in web-site development) or equivalent qualification. Applicants MUST be skilled in the design and use of web-based learning and research platforms and materials.
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Department of Zoology
14.) Senior Workshop Supervisor – CONTISS 06 – (N709,051 – N1,073,483)
Requirements
- Candidates must possess WASC and Government Trade Test I Certificate in Carpentry with at least three (3) years experience in carpentry work from reputable construction company.
Application Closing Date
All applications for the Obafemi Awolowo University 2014 Recruitment must be submitted not later than 15th December, 2014
How to apply for OAU Recruitment for 2014
Applicants for Academic and the senior non-teaching Staff positions in the 2014 recruitment at Obafemi Awolowo University are required to submit 35 copies of their applications and up-to-date curriculum vitae giving the following information in order as listed below:
(i) Full Name (Surname first in capital letters).
(ii) Post Applied for.
(iii) Date and place of birth (attach birth certificate/sworn affidavit).
(iv) Nationality.
(v) State of Origin, Senatorial District and Local Government Area (if a Nigerian)
(vi) Permanent Home Address.
(vii) Current Postal Address/including G.S.M. Telephone number.
(viii) Marital Status.
(ix) Number of Children and their Ages.
(x) Institutions attended with dates.
(xi) Academic/Professional qualifications and distinctions obtained with dates (attach copies of credentials).
(xii) Work Experience with dates.
(xiii) Present Employment, Status and Salary (if any).
(xiv) Research interests and activities
(xv) Conference/ courses attended (state titles of papers presented if any).
(xvi) Professional accomplishment.
(xvii) Publications with date.
(xviii) Service to national and international bodies.
(xix) Extra Curricular Activities.
(xx) Any physical challenge?
(xxi) Names and address of three (3) referees who must have been closely associated with candidate’s academic/work experience.
Note: (xiv) -(xvii) are for candidates applying for lectureship positions only.
Candidates applying for any of the positions are advised to request their referees to forward confidential reports on them directly to the Registrar. The reports should be duly marked “CONFIDENTIAL”.
Applications and curriculum vitae of all interested candidates are to be forwarded to:
The Registrar,
Obafemi Awolowo University,
Ile-Ife, Osun State.
Stating “for the attention of Director of Personnel Affairs”. Candidates are also required to forward a soft copy of their application and curriculum vitae by e-mail (as an attachment) to: registra@oauife.edu.ng within the specified period.
Note: Only the applications of candidates short- listed will be acknowledged (Source: HotNigerianJobs).