JOB ADVERTISEMENTS: For Teaching and Non-Teaching Staff Positions

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Since its establishment in 2001 as Africa’s First, Best, and Largest Baptist University, Bowen University has grown into one of Nigeria’s premier private institutions, delivering transformative education grounded in Godliness, Excellence, and Leadership. Our 17,000+ distinguished alumni across diverse fields are recognised for their professional excellence, and ethical and Godly values.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in numerous national and international research grants awarded to our faculty and students, as well as global recognition: Bowen researchers have been ranked among the top 2% of scientists worldwide consecutively. Our staff are consistently celebrated, with several named among the top 500 authors in Nigeria (2021–2025) by SCOPUS/SCiVal, recognised as Wiley Research Heroes.

Bowen University proudly ranks among the top 100 universities in subSaharan Africa, according to the Times Higher Education rankings, and holds the position of 3rd among private universities in Nigeria for interdisciplinary science.

We invite passionate and exceptional professionals to join our team in the following Teaching and Non­Teaching positions, and be part of this legacy of impact and innovation.

1. COLLEGE OF LAW

1. POSITIONS:
   • Professors
   • Associate Professors (Readers)
   • Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
   • Lecturer I
   • Lecturer II
2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
   • Professors/ Associate Professors (Readers)/ Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
     Candidates must possess the following:
     • LLB, BL, LLM/M.Phil., and PhD in Law.
     • NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
     • Previous adequate university teaching experience of at least nine (9) years for Professors, six (6) years for Associate Professors and three (3) for Assistant Professors, as well as professional and administrative experience.
     • Evidence of substantial scholarly publications in reputable journals and conference proceedings.
     • Evidence of integrity, maturity, and good academic leadership.
     • Substantial experience in university examination administration, as well as training/research programme planning and delivery.
   • Lecturer I
     Candidates must possess the following:
     • LLB, BL, LLM/M.Phil., and PhD in Law.
     • NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
     • Evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals and conference proceedings.
     • Evidence of integrity and maturity
   • Lecturer II
     Candidates must possess the following:
     • LLB, BL and LLM/M.Phil. (registration for a PhD degree in Law will be an added advantage).
     • NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.

2. COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES

PROGRAMME: MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE PROGRAMME

1. POSITIONS:
   • Professors
   • Associate Professors (Reader)
   • Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
   • Lecturer I

Areas of Specializations for these positions include:

• Chemical Pathology/Histopathology and Cytopathology/Haematology and Blood Transfusion Science/Microbiology and Parasitology

2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
   • Professors/ Associate Professors (Readers)/ Assistant Professors (Senior Lecturers)
     Candidates must possess the following:
     • Relevant degrees of BMLS, M.Sc. MLS, and Ph.D. from a recognised University.
     • Previous adequate university teaching experience of at least nine (9) years for Professors, six (6) years for Associate Professors and three (3) years for Assistant Professors, as well as professional and administrative experience.
     • Evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals such as SCOPUS based journals and conferences.
     • Current Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) practicing license.
     • Evidence of maturity, good academic leadership and integrity.
     • Other required skills include the ability to teach courses at the undergraduate/postgraduate level with evidence of practical skills and competence, educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, Training/Research programme planning and delivery.
   • Lecturer I
     Candidates must possess the following:
     • Relevant degrees of BMLS, M.Sc. MLS, and Ph.D. from a recognised University.
     • Evidence of scholarly publications in SCOPUS­based journals and conferences.
     • 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/postgraduate level with evidence of practical skills and competence, educational testing, Examination preparation and grading, Training/Research programme planning and delivery.

3. DIRECTORATE OF ESTATE MANAGEMENT

1. POSITIONS:
   • Director of Estate Management
   • Deputy Director, Construction and Development (Civil)
   • Deputy D irector, Mechanical, Electrical Operations and Maintenance

2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
   • Director of Estate Management
     To be qualified for the position, candidates must possess a minimum of 14 years cognate experience and any of the following:
     • M.Sc. (or equivalent) in Architecture from a recognised institution plus NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate. Membership/Fellowship of relevant professional body and a higher degree will be an added advantage. In addition, the candidate must be duly registered with the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON).
     • M.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical/Electronic Engineering from a recognised institution plus NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate. Membership/Fellowship of relevant professional body and a higher degree will be an added advantage. In addition, the candidate must be duly registered with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).
     • M.Sc. in Building from a recognised institution plus NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate. Membership/Fellowship of relevant professional body and a higher degree will be an added advantage. In addition, the candidate must be duly registered with the Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria (CORBON).
     • M.Sc. in Quantity Surveying from a recognised institution plus NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate. Membership/Fellowship of relevant professional body and a higher degree will be an added advantage. In addition, the candidate must be duly registered with the Quantity Surveyors Registration Board of Nigeria (QSRBN).
       
       OR
       A minimum of 18 years cognate experience and any of the following:
     • B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Electrical/Electronic Engineering from a recognised institution plus NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate. Fellowship of relevant professional body and a higher degree will be an added advantage. In addition, the candidate must be duly registered with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).
     • B.Sc. in Building from a recognised institution plus NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate. Fellowship of relevant professional body and a higher degree will be an added advantage. In addition, the candidate must be duly registered with the Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria (CORBON).
     • B.Sc. in Quantity Surveying from a recognised institution plus NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate. Fellowship of relevant professional body and a higher degree will be an added advantage. In addition, the candidate must be duly registered with the Quantity Surveyors Registration Board of Nigeria (QSRBN).
       
       DUTIES
       The Director of Estate Management is a senior management officer of the University and is responsible to the Vice­Chancellor for the day­to­day Physical/Infrastructural Facilities Planning, Development and Management in the University. The successful candidate must possess a vast knowledge of project management and would be required to:
       • Coordinate the activities and general administration of the Directorate.
       • Provide advice to the Vice­Chancellor, Senate/Council on matters relating to the physical and infrastructural development of the University.
       • Provide advice to the Vice­Chancellor, Senate/Council on matters relating to facility maintenance of the University.
       • Make recommendations on appointments of Consultants and Contractors for the University projects and monitors their activities after engagement by the University.
       • Prepare tenders and provide evaluation, analysis and reporting of cost implications on contractual issues.
       • Monitor and supervise all constructions/projects embarked upon by the University right from the planning stage to the completion stage.
       • Prepare and monitor the University’s capital budget in conjunction with the Bursary Department.
       • Recommend petty job requests from Physical Planning and Works and Services Units within the limit for the approval of the Vice­Chancellor.
       • Report the activities of the Directorate to the Vice­-Chancellor.
       • Perform such other related duties as may be assigned by the ViceChancellor.
   • Deputy Director, Physical Planning and Development
   • Deputy Director, Mechanical, Electrical Operations and Maintenance
     (To be qualified for any of the positions in 2 and 3, a candidate must possess any of the above relevant qualifications (as stated in 1) with at least 12 years of cognate experience)

4. DIRECTORATE OF SECURITY SERVICES

1. POSITION:
   • Principal Security Officer (BUSS 12)
2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
   Candidates must possess the following:
   • A good honours degree in Security Studies, Peace and Conflicts Studies, Humanities, Social Sciences, Law and Education not below 2nd Class Lower division with at least ten (10) years cognate experience in a related job;
     or
   • A retired Military Officer of not below the rank of Captain or a Deputy Superintendent of Police or equivalent position in other paramilitary institutions with at least twelve (12) years’ experience and other relevant qualifications on the job with evidence of Certificate of Service.
     
     DUTIES
     The Principal Security Officer will be in charge of the investigation unit, and have the task of investigating all cases, including security related cases that concern students and staff of the institution.
     Pursuant to his responsibilities on investigation, he shall, amongst other duties;
     • Perform at a higher level the duties specified for a Senior Security Officer.
     • Ensure that the training of security personnel is carried out as directed by the Chief Security Officer.
     • Ensure maintenance of good relationship and liaison with Nigeria Police as well as other security agencies to enhance security on the University campus.
     • Facilitate a good working relationship with the host community and work closely with the Vice­Chancellor’s office to promote the same.
       Be responsible to the chief security officer to ensure that security matters on campus are effectively addressed.
     • Perform other duties as may be assigned by the CSO.

5. DIRECTORATE OF STUDENTS’ SUPPORT SERVICES

1. POSITION:
   • Counsellor
2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
   Candidates must possess the following:
   • A good first degree not below Second­Class Lower, in Guidance and Counselling/Psychology from any recognized institution. (A Master’s Degree in Guidance and Counselling will be an added advantage).
   • NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate
   • Good character or high integrity with excellent communication skills
   • At least two (2) years of cognate experience in a school setting.

6. DEPARTMENT: Timothy Olagbemiro University Library

1. POSITION:
   • Librarian II (BUSS 08)
2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
   Candidates for the position of Library Officer II must possess the following:
   • A first degree in Library and Information Sciences or its equivalent and Master in Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree or its equivalent from a recognised University.
   • The National Youth Service (NYSC) Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
   • Attention to details and a high level of accuracy in work;
   • Digital soft skills ­ proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software.

7. 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 are expected to reside around Iwo or Ogbomoso, as the case may be.

8. CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) FORMAT

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

• GENERAL INFORMATION
  • FULL NAME (Surname first in the capital, followed by a comma and other names not in capital letters except the first letter).
  • DATE OF BIRTH
  • TOWN/WARD
  • LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF ORIGIN
  • STATE OF ORIGIN
  • NATIONALITY 
  • PERMANENT HOME ADDRESS
  • CURRENT HOME/POSTAL ADDRESS
  • TELEPHONE NUMBER/WHATSAPP NUMBER
  • E-MAIL ADDRESS
  • RELIGION/DENOMINATION
  • GENDER
  • MARITAL STATUS
  • NAME OF SPOUSE
  • ADDRESS OF SPOUSE
  • TELEPHONE NUMBER/WHATSAPP NUMBER OF SPOUSE
  • NUMBER AND AGES OF CHILDREN
  • NAME, ADDRESS AND GSM NUMBER OF NEXT-OF-KIN (other than spouse)
• POST APPLIED FOR
• DEPARTMENT APPLIED INTO
• INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED WITH DATES
• ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS (with class of degrees and dates)
• PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION(S) / MEMBERSHIP (with dates)
• SCHOLARSHIPS AND PRIZES (with dates)
• HONOURS AND DISTINCTION
• DETAILS OF WORKING EXPERIENCE (in the following format):
  • Name and Address of the Institution/Organization
  • The duration
  • Position(s) Held
  • Schedule of Duties
• SCHOLARLY PUBLICATIONS (the links to Google Scholar, ORCID, SCOPUS and Research Gate to be properly cited)
• EXTRA CURRICULA ACTIVITIES
• 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.
• SIGNATURE AND DATE

9. 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 soft copy of the Application, CV and credentials in a single PDF format should be forwarded to: [email protected]

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

Signed
B. T. Adetona
Registrar