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Applications are invited from suitable candidates for the following Teaching and Non-Teaching Staff positions at Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria.

1. COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
  1. NURSING PROGRAMME
    1. POSITIONS:
      • Professors
      • Associate Professors (Readers)
      • Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
    2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
      1. Professors
        Candidate must possess the following Qualifications:
        • RN and other Nursing qualifications are registerable by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
        • Possession of a Ph.D. degree in Nursing Science. Candidates with M.Sc. in Nursing and PhD in other related fields may also apply.
        • NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
        • At least ten (10) years of University teaching experience.
        • Show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Extensive and outstanding University Teaching with sufficient professional and administrative experience.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • At least two favourable reports from external assessors from outside the University who are experts in the candidate’s field.
        • Other required skills include University teaching, Educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      2. Associate Professors (Readers)
        Candidate must possess the following Qualifications:
        • RN and other Nursing qualifications are registerable by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
        • Possession of a PhD degree in Nursing Science. Candidates with M.Sc. in Nursing and PhD in other related fields may also apply.
        • NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
        • At least eight (8) years of University teaching experience.
        • Show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Extensive and outstanding University Teaching with sufficient professional and administrative experience.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • At least two favourable reports from external assessors from outside the University who are experts in the candidate’s field.
        • Other required skills include University teaching, Educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      3. Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
        Candidate must possess the following Qualifications:
        • RN and other Nursing qualifications registerable by Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
        • Possession of a PhD degree in Nursing Science. Candidates with M.Sc. in Nursing and PhD in other related fields may also apply.
        • NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
        • At least six (6) years of University teaching experience.
        • Show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Must have previous university teaching experience and sufficient professional and administrative experience.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • Other required skills include University teaching, Educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
  2. ANATOMY PROGRAMME
    1. POSITIONS:
      • Professors
      • Associate Professors (Readers)
      • Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
      • Lecturer I
    2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
      1. Professors
        Candidate must possess the following Qualifications:
        • Possession of a PhD degree in Anatomy from a recognised University.
        • Basic degree in Medicine and Surgery (MB;BS) with Fellowship Qualification (FMC Paed or FWACP) or equivalents, registerable with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria. 
        • Must have at least ten (10) years of University teaching experience.
        • Must show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Registration with the relevant professional bodies in his/her field with sufficient professional and administrative experience is a mandatory requirement.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • At least two favourable reports from external assessors from outside the University who are experts in the candidate’s field.
        • Other required skills include University teaching, Educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      2. Associate Professors (Readers)
        Candidate must possess the following Qualifications:
        • Possession of a PhD degree in Anatomy from a recognised University.
        • Basic degree in Medicine and Surgery (MB;BS) with Fellowship Qualification (FMC Paed or FWACP) or equivalents, registerable with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria. 
        • Must have at least eight (8) years of University teaching experience.
        • Must show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Registration with the relevant professional bodies in his/her field with sufficient professional and administrative experience is a mandatory requirement.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • At least two favourable reports from external assessors from outside the University who are experts in the candidate’s field.
        • Other required skills include University teaching, Educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      3. Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
        Candidate must possess the following:
        • Possession of a PhD degree in Anatomy from a recognised University.
        • Basic degree in Medicine and Surgery (MB;BS) with Fellowship Qualification (FMC Paed or FWACP) or equivalents, registerable with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria. 
        • Must have at least six (6) years of University teaching experience.
        • Must show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Registration with the relevant professional bodies in his/her field with sufficient professional and administrative experience is a mandatory requirement.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • At least two favourable reports from external assessors from outside the University who are experts in the candidate’s field.
        • Other required skills include University teaching, Educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      4. Lecturer I
        Candidate must possess the following:
        • Possession of a PhD degree in Anatomy from a recognised University.
        • Basic degree in Medicine and Surgery (MB;BS) with Fellowship Qualification (FMC Paed or FWACP) or equivalents, registerable with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria. 
        • Must show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Registration with the relevant professional bodies in his/her field with sufficient professional and administrative experience is a mandatory requirement.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • At least two favourable reports from external assessors from outside the University who are experts in the candidate’s field.
        • Other required skills include University teaching, Educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
  3. MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE PROGRAMME
    1. POSITIONS:
      • Professors
      • Associate Professors (Readers)
      • Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
      • Lecturer I 
      • Lecturer II
    2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
      1. Professors
        Candidate must possess the following Qualifications:
        • Possession of relevant degrees of BMLS, M.Sc. MLS, and Ph.D. from a recognised University.
        • Must have at least ten (10) years of University teaching experience.
        • Must show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Must possess a current Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) practicing license with sufficient professional and administrative experience is a mandatory requirement.
        • At least two favourable reports from external assessors from outside the University who are experts in the candidate’s field.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • Other required skills include the ability to teach courses at the undergraduate level with evidence of practical skills and competence, educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      2. Associate Professors (Readers)
        Candidate must possess the following Qualifications:
        • Possession of relevant degrees of BMLS, M.Sc. MLS, and Ph.D. from a recognised University.
        • Must have at least eight (8) years of University teaching experience.
        • Must show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Must possess current Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) practicing license with sufficient professional and administrative experience is a mandatory requirement.
        • At least two favourable reports from external assessors from outside the University who are experts in the candidate’s field.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • Other required skills include the ability to teach courses at the undergraduate level with evidence of practical skills and competence, educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      3. Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
        Candidate must possess the following:
        • Possession of relevant degrees of BMLS, M.Sc. MLS, and Ph.D. from a recognised University.
        • Must have at least six (6) years of University teaching experience.
        • Must show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Must possess a current Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) practicing license with sufficient professional and administrative experience is a mandatory requirement.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • Other required skills include the ability to teach courses at the undergraduate level with evidence of practical skills and competence, educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      4. Lecturer I
        Candidate must possess the following:
        • Possession of relevant degrees of BMLS, M.Sc. MLS, and Ph.D. from a recognised University.
        • Must have at least four (4) years of University teaching experience.
        • Must show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Must possess a current Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) practicing license with sufficient professional and administrative experience is a mandatory requirement.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • Other required skills include the ability to teach courses at the undergraduate level with evidence of practical skills and competence, educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      5. Lecturer II
        Candidate must possess the following:
        • Possession of relevant degrees of BMLS and M.Sc. MLS, from a recognised University.
        • Must show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Must possess a current Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) practicing license with sufficient professional and administrative experience is a mandatory requirement.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • Other required skills include the ability to teach courses at the undergraduate level with evidence of practical skills and competence, educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
2. COLLEGE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
  1. SURVEYING AND GEOINFORMATICS PROGRAMME
    1. POSITIONS:
      • Professors
      • Associate Professors (Readers)
      • Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
      • Lecturer I 
    2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
      1. Professors
        Candidate must possess the following Qualifications:
        • Possession of a good first degree not below Second Class Lower and a PhD degree in the respective field with not less than ten (10) years of teaching and research experience in a University or comparable institution of higher learning.
        • NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
        • Show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • At least two favourable reports from external assessors from outside the University who are experts in the candidate’s field.
        • Other required skills include University teaching, Educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      2. Associate Professors (Readers)
        Candidate must possess the following Qualifications:
        • Possession of a good first degree not below Second Class Lower and a PhD degree in the respective field with not less than eight (8) years of teaching and research experience in a University or comparable institution of higher learning.
        • NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
        • Show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • At least two favourable reports from external assessors from outside the University who are experts in the candidate’s field.
        • Other required skills include University teaching, Educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      3. Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
        Candidate must possess the following Qualifications:
        • Possession of a good first degree not below Second Class Lower and a PhD degree in the respective field with not less than ten (10) years of teaching and research experience in a University or comparable institution of higher learning.
        • NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
        • At least six (6) years of University teaching experience.
        • Show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
        • Other required skills include University teaching, Educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, and Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
      4. Lecturer I
        Candidate must possess the following Qualifications:
        • Possession of a good first degree not below Second Class Lower and a PhD degree in the respective field with not less than five (5) years of teaching and research experience in a University or comparable institution of higher learning.
        • Possession of the NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
        • Show evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS-based journals and conferences.
        • Competence in research and acceptable relevant professional experience.
3. Non-Teaching Positions
Registry
  1. POSITION: Administrative Officer II (BUSS 07) 
  2. DEPARTMENT: Registry
  3. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
    Candidates for the position of Administrative Officer II must possess the following:
    • Good ‘O’ Level certificate 5 ‘O’ level credits in one sitting or 6 ‘O’ level credits in two sittings, to include English as well as Mathematics and a first university degree not below Second Class Lower Division, from a recognised University in any of the following disciplines: Management Science, Social Sciences, Arts or Humanities.
    • The National Youth Service (NYSC) Discharge or Exemption Certificate;
    • A proven experience in an administrative or office management role, preferably in an academic setting, will be an added advantage;
    • Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in work. Knowledge of university policies and procedures is an advantage;
    • Digital soft skills – proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software;
    • Possession of a higher degree in the relevant field from a recognised University and qualified membership of professional bodies such as ANUPA, CIPM, NIM, ICSAN, etc. shall be an added advantage.
  4. DUTIES
    The Administrative Officer is expected to provide administrative support, ensuring excellent service delivery of various administrative tasks. This role requires detail-oriented individuals with the skills to handle various administrative responsibilities, facilitating the smooth functioning of the University operation. The successful candidate would primarily be responsible to the Registrar and be required to perform the following duties:
    • Serving as administrative support staff to Senior Officers in the Registry and any of the Directorates, Colleges, or Units.
    • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, files, and databases.
    • Prepare and manage documents, reports, draft minutes of meetings and other presentations as needed. 
    • Prepare and distribute internal and external communications.
    • Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures regarding document handling and storage.
    • Coordinate the dissemination of information to students, faculty, and staff.
    • Prepare and distribute internal and external communications as occasion demands.
    • Serving as the secretariat to Committees; and
    • Any other duties that the Registrar may assign.
  1. POSITION: Clerical/Computer Operator (BUSS 04) 
  2. UNIT: Registry
  3. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
    To be qualified for the position, the candidates must possess the following qualifications:
    • 5 ‘O’ level credits in one sitting or 6 ‘O’ level credits in two sittings, to include English and Mathematics.
    • Certificate of proficiency in Computing (Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Corel Draw, etc.)
    • Any additional qualification will be an added advantage.
    • Excellent practical computer literacy and typing skills.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
    • Agility and adaptability in a dynamic setting.
  4. DUTIES
    The successful candidate, on a day-to-day, would be responsible for carrying out the following assignments:
    • Provide administrative support and clerical services.
    • Operate computer systems and software applications.
    • Prepare documents, reports, and presentations using Microsoft Office Suite.
    • Maintain accurate records and files.
    • Collaborate with team members to achieve departmental goals.
    • Perform any other duties as directed by the Registrar or supervisory officer.
Bursary
  1. POSITION: Senior Accountant (BUSS 09)
  2. DEPARTMENT: Bursary
  3. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
    Candidates must possess a good first degree, not below Second Class Lower and a Masters Degree in Accounting or other relevant degree (Economics, Finance, Business Administration, etc.) obtained from Bowen University or another recognised University and must have completed the National Youth Service Discharge Certificate or Certificate of Exemption with a minimum of four (4) years of cognate experience and good knowledge of digital soft skills. Knowledge of IFRS and evidence of qualification and membership in any of the following Professional Accounting bodies will be an added advantage:
    • Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN),
    • Association of Certified Corporate Accountants (ACCA),
    • Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales (ICAEW), 
    • Chartered Institute of Cost and Management Accountants (CICMA) 
    • Associate of the Chartered Institute of Secretaries and Administrators (ACIS).
  4. DUTIES
    Among others, the successful candidate would be required to perform the following duties:
    1. Treasury
      • Ensures that receipts are issued to cover any amount received on behalf of the University
      • Keeps records of financial instruments issued to him/her to work with.
      • Posting of financial data into the accounting package for updates.
      • Keeps track of accounting transactions posted into the accounting package for correctness.
    2. Budget and Expenditure control
      • Preparation of Payment Vouchers for approved expenses.
      • Collates data for the preparation of the Budget.
      • Posting of Voucher to relevant expense heads
    3. Salaries and Wages
      • Attends to staff complaints on salary matters and reports appropriately.
      • Captures data on salaries and wages to the accounting package.
      • Performs duties as assigned by the unit head.
      • Keep adequate records of staff emoluments and deductions (PAYE, Pension etc.)
    4. Reconciliation Unit
      • Reconciling cash books or ledgers with the bank statements.
      • Prepares reconciliation statements.
      • Raising of journals
    5. Student Account Unit
      • Updates student ledgers regularly.
      • Attends to student complaints.
      • Keeping records of correspondence in respect of student matters
    6. Final Account
      • Posting of journals
      • Monitoring of staff cash advance ledgers, rent schedules and insurance schemes.
    7. Others
      • Performs other duties as required by the head of the Department.
  1. POSITION: Accountant I (BUSS 08)
  2. DEPARTMENT: Bursary
  3. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
    Candidates must possess a good first degree, not below Second Class Lower and a Masters Degree in Accounting or other relevant degree (Economics, Finance, Business Administration etc.), obtained from Bowen University or another recognised University and must have completed the National Youth Service Discharge Certificate or Certificate of Exemption with a minimum of two (2) years of cognate experience and good knowledge of digital soft skills. Knowledge of IFRS and evidence of qualification and membership in any of the following Professional Accounting bodies will be an added advantage:
    • Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN),
    • Association of Certified Corporate Accountants (ACCA),
    • Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales (ICAEW), 
    • Chartered Institute of Cost and Management Accountants (CICMA) 
    • Associate of the Chartered Institute of Secretaries and Administrators (ACIS).
  4. DUTIES
    Same as above under the “Senior Accountant” position.
Directorate of Student Support Services
  1. POSITION: Hall Managers 
  2. DEPARTMENT: Directorate of Student Support Services
  3. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
    • Good ‘O’ Level certificate 5 ‘O’ level credits in one sitting or 6 ‘O’ level credits in two sittings, to include English and Mathematics as well as a first university degree or its equivalent not below Second Class Lower Division, from a recognised institution.
    • The National Youth Service (NYSC) Discharge or Exemption Certificate;
    • Must be of high level of integrity and attitude positive attitude with contentment;
    • Good problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills;
    • Good temperament, empathy and maintaining a professional image;
    • Proactive, take personal responsibility and have the ability to go beyond the call of duty;
    • Energetic and a good team player, engaging, approachable and available to students; and
    • Digital soft skills.
  4. DUTIES
    The Hostel Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the hostels. He/she provides high-quality support services to the students and is also responsible for the basic welfare and discipline of students in the hostels. Successful candidates would primarily be responsible to the Director of Student Support Services and among others be required to perform the following duties:
    • Plan and supervise accommodation facilities for students.
    • Ensures that the cleanliness and hygiene in the hostels are maintained;
    • Ensures that routine bed checks are carried out at night and compile relevant reports for action as appropriate;
    • Provide basic counselling services for the students;
    • Ensure health and safety measures in all the hostels and affiliated hostels within and outside the campus (at Bowen University Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso);
    • Work in synergy with the Security Officers to ensure that security is maintained in the hostels;
    • Periodically verify the functioning of facilities in the hostels and take action on any repairs or replacement through the Directorate of Estate Management;
    • Ensure the maintenance of discipline and decorum in and around the hostels;
    • Pursue, at the appropriate level, all complaints relating to common room items such as the conditions of television and decoders;
    • Respond to any complaint or misunderstanding between or among the students;
    • To work with the Hall Committee in ensuring an inclusive and supportive hostel environment, welcoming to students from a diverse backgrounds;
    • To encourage students in the hostels to participate in hostel and university activities particularly, prompt attendance at spiritual programmes in the Chapel and to observe the daily devotion in the morning and night in the hostels;
    • To play a key role in the dissemination of appropriate information to students in the hostels; 
    • To develop efficient and effective working relationships with colleagues working in appropriate sections and departments within the University;
    • Prepare and submit periodical reports on activities in the hostels and recommend to the appropriate authority how to improve on general living of students in the hostels; and
    • Perform any other official duties as may be assigned by the Directorate of Student Support Services. 
4. REMUNERATIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

Bowen University runs a unique remuneration package similar to what is obtainable in other tertiary institutions. The University is a fully residential institution. Consequently, the staff of the University must reside either in Iwo or Ogbomoso, as the case may be.

5. CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) FORMAT

Candidates are required to submit 10 type-written copies of their applications and Curriculum Vitae (CV), giving information strictly in the following format:

  1. GENERAL INFORMATION
    1. FULL NAME (Surname first in the capital, followed by a comma and other names not in capital letters except the first letter).
    2. DATE OF BIRTH
    3. TOWN/WARD
    4. LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF ORIGIN
    5. STATE OF ORIGIN
    6. NATIONALITY 
    7. PERMANENT HOME ADDRESS
    8. CURRENT HOME/POSTAL ADDRESS
    9. TELEPHONE NUMBER/WHATSAPP NUMBER
    10. E-MAIL ADDRESS
    11. RELIGION/DENOMINATION
    12. GENDER
    13. MARITAL STATUS
    14. NAME OF SPOUSE
    15. ADDRESS OF SPOUSE
    16. TELEPHONE NUMBER/WHATSAPP NUMBER OF SPOUSE
    17. NUMBER AND AGES OF CHILDREN
    18. NAME, ADDRESS AND GSM NUMBER OF NEXT-OF-KIN (other than spouse)
  2. POST APPLIED FOR
  3. DEPARTMENT APPLIED INTO
  4. INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED WITH DATES
  5. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS (with class of degrees and dates)
  6. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION(S) / MEMBERSHIP (with dates)
  7. SCHOLARSHIPS AND PRIZES (with dates)
  8. HONOURS AND DISTINCTION
  9. DETAILS OF WORKING EXPERIENCE (in the following format):
    1. Name and Address of the Institution/Organization
    2. The duration
    3. Position(s) Held
    4. Schedule of Duties
  10. SCHOLARLY PUBLICATIONS FOR TEACHING POSITIONS ONLY (the links to SCOPUS, Google Scholar, ORCID and Research Gate to be properly cited)
  11. EXTRA CURRICULA ACTIVITIES
  12. REFEREES
    Names and addresses of three referees who should forward reports directly to “The Registrar, Bowen University, Iwo” attesting to the candidate’s abilities, moral character, and uprightness. 
    Signed electronic copies of the confidential report in PDF format can be submitted to the same email address stated below.
  13. SIGNATURE AND DATE
6. CLOSING DATE

All applications must reach the Registrar not later than two (2) weeks from the date of this publication. The envelope containing the applications should indicate at the top right corner the position applied for.

A softcopy of the Application, CV and credentials, in a single PDF format, should be forwarded to: recruitment@bowen.edu.ng

Please note that only applications from candidates shortlisted for interview will be acknowledged.

Signed
B. T. Adetona
Registrar