Various Positions: Osun State University

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6 Nov, 2009

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Lecturing Jobs in Nigeria

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the vacant positions in Osun State University as listed below

A. College of Science, Engineering and Technology, Osogbo

Faculty of Engineering
1. Department of Civil Engineering
• Professor/Associate Professor,
• Senior Lecturer
• Lecturer I
• Lecturer II

Areas of Specialization:
• Structural Engineering;
• Water Resources/Environment Engineering;
• Transportation Engineering;
• Geotechnical Engineering.

2. Department of Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• Professor/Associate Professor
• Senior Lecturer
• Lecturer I
• Lecturer II

Areas of Specialization:
• Electrical Power and Machines;
• Instrumentation and Control;
• Solid – State Electronics;
• Electronics and Telecommunication;
• Electronic Circuits.

3. Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Professor/Associate Professor
• Senior Lecturer
• Lecturer I
• Lecturer II

Areas of Specialization:
• Production;
• Thermofluid and Power Plant;
• Foundry;
• Materials and Metallurgy;
• Design and Solid Mechanics;
• Automobile Engineering.

B. College of Health Sciences (Faculty of Basic Medical and Health Sciences)

1. Department of Human Anatomy
• Professor/Associate Professor
• Senior Lecturer
• Lecturer I
• Lecturer II

2. Department of Biochemistry.
• Professor/Associate Professor
• Senior Lecturer
• Lecturer I
• Lecturer II

3. Department of Physiology
• Professor/Associate Professor
• Senior Lecturer
• Lecturer I
• Lecturer II

4. Department of Chemical Pathology
• Senior Lecturer
• Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist

5. Department of Haematology
• Professor/Associate Professor
• Senior Lecturer
• Lecturer I
• Lecturer II
• Senior Medical Laboratory

6. Department of Histology and Morbid Anatomy
• Professor/Associate Professor
• Senior Lecturer
• Lecturer I

7. Department of Medical Microbiology
• Professor/Associate Professor
• Senior Lecturer
• Lecturer I

8. Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics
• Senior Lecturer
• Lecturer I

9. Medical Laboratory Scientist 1/11 (CONTI 55 7/8)

C. University Library

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the vacant positions in the University College Libraries as listed below:
1. Librarian I (CONUASS03)
2. System Analyst (CONTISS 07)
3. Senior Library Officer (CONTISS 08)
4. Library Officer (CONTISS 06)
5. Library Assistant (CONTISS 03)
6. Library Porter (CONTISS 03)

Qualifications and Experience (Please check specific disciplinary requirements where applicable below)

PROFESSOR CONUASS 7
• Candidates must possess Ph.D. from recognized institutions, with a minimum of 10 years of post -doctoral qualification experience
• Candidates must have a strong record of publications in relevant and reputable national and international academic journals and other publishing outlets.
• In addition, candidates must particularly possess some measure of experience in departmental / faculty / college administration and university governance.
• Basic competencies in computer applications will be added advantage.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR CONUASS 6
• Candidates for this position must possess Ph.D. from recognized institutions, with a minimum of 8 years of postdoctoral qualification experience.
• Candidates must also have published extensively and appropriately in the relevant standard academic journals.
• In addition, candidates must possess some measure of administrative experience i n departmental / faculty / college levels and university governance.
• Basic competencies in computer applications will be added advantage.

SENIOR LECTURER CONUASS 5
• Candidates for this position must possess Ph.D. from recognized institutions, with a minimum of 6 years of postdoctoral qualification experience.
• Candidates must als0 have published widely in reputable national and international academic journals.
• In addition, some measure of administrative experience in University organization and processes will be advantage.
• Basic competencies in computer applications will be added advantage.

LECTURER I CONUASS 4
• Candidates for this position must possess Ph.D. from recognized institutions, with a minimum of 3 years of postdoctoral qualification experience
OR
• Possession of M.Sc /M.Eng. /M.Tech. (Where it is academic) and professional registration in the relevant field plus at least 3 years teaching and research experience in a University or comparable institution.
• All candidates must have reasonable number of publications in reputable journals tenable for this level. Basic competencies in computer application will be added advantage.

LECTURER II CONUASS 3
Candidates for this position must basically posses Ph.D. in the related fields
OR
• Areas of specialization, as listed above, and obtained from recognized institutions.
• Possession of M.Sc /M.Eng. /M.Tech. (Where it is academic) and professional registration in the relevant field.
• Candidates must demonstrate high scholastic promise, the possession of teaching experience in the University system and reasonable number of academic publications tenable for this level.
• Basic competencies in computer applications will be added advantage.

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST II/I (CONTISS 7/8)
• Candidates must possess fellowship of Medical laboratory Science of Nigeria or Bachelor of laboratory Science or equivalent.
• Additional qualification will be an advantage.
• Candidate must hold current license.
• Candidates for laboratory Scientists I must have at least 3 years University experience respectively.

Specific Requirements for College of Health Sciences:
• Candidates for positions in the College of Health Sciences must possess a Ph.D. or MBBS and registrable postgraduate Medical degree in related disciplines (Surgery for candidates for Anatomy, Medicine for candidates in Physiology and Biochemistry.
• For candidates with Ph.D., MBBS will be an advantage.

LIBRARIAN I (CONUASS 03)
Candidates for this position must possess a good honours degree preferably in Agriculture, law, and Natural Sciences plus Master’s degree in library Science from a recognized University.
In addition, candidates must have at least three (3) years post-qualification cognate experience preferably in a University library.
Candidates must be computer literate and have a good understanding of the application of information communication technology (ICT) to the functions of university library.
Evidence of scholarly publications will enhance the prospects of candidates.

SYSTEMS ANALYST II (CONTISS 07)
• Candidates for this position must possess a good honours degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, informatics of other relevant discipline with formal training in Systems Analysis and Computer Programming.
• In addition, candidates must be skillful and versed in the use LINUX and Windows Operating Systems.
• Experience in networking, use of library software/electronic library packages and systems maintenance will enhance the prospects of candidates

SENIOR LIBRARY OFFICER (CONTISS 08)
• Candidates must possess a good HND in library Studies with NYSC discharge certificate and at least three (3) years post qualification experience or Diploma in library Studies with at least six (6) years cognate experience.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of application of ICT to the functions of the library are essential requirements.

LIBRARY OFFICER (CONTISS 06)
• Candidates must possess Diploma in Library Studies (DLS);
• Candidates must also possess credit in five (5) subjects including English Language at the GCE/SSCE or equivalent.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of application of ICT to the functions of the library are essential requirements.

LIBRARY ASSISTANT (CONTISS 03)
• Candidates for this position must possess SSCE/GCE O’ Level with credit in Five (5) subjects including English Language.
• Computer literacy and ability to communicate effectively would be added advantage.

LIBRARY PORTER (CONTISS 03)
Candidates must possess at least WAEC/SSCE/GCE O’ Level or its equivalent with credit in four (4) subjects including English Language.
Candidates should be able to communicate effectively in English Language.
Experience as a retired police, military or other Para-military personnel would be an advantage.

All candidates for positions in the Library are required to possess good communication skills and be user friendly.

Remuneration & Other Conditions of Service:
• Salary and conditions of service are as applicable in Federal Universities in Nigeria.

Method of Application:
Applicants are required to submit twenty-five (25) copies of their application and current curriculum vitae which should contain among others:
1. Full name (Surname first in capital letters)
2. Post applied for
3. Place and Date of Birth
4. Marital Status
5. Number of children and their ages
6. Nationality and State of Origin (if a Nigerian)
7. Local Government of Origin (if from Osun State)
8. Contact Details (including mobile telephone numbers and e-mail)
9. Permanent Home Address
10. Institutions Attended with Dates
11. Academic and Professional Qualifications with dates
12. Work Experience with Dates including full details of former and present posts
13. Present Employment Status and Salary
14. List of Publications if any
15. Extra-curricular activities
16. Any other relevant information that would facilitate a positive review of you r application.
17. Names and Addresses of three (3) relevant referees.
(Applicants should request their nominated referees to forward their reports, under separate and confidential cover direct to:
The Registrar,
Osun State University
P.M.B 4494
Osogbo, Nigeria.

All applicants particularly for non-academic positions should note that any library employee of the University may be required to serve in any of the six campuses.

All applications should be submitted to the Registrar at the above address.
Applicants should indicate at the top left hand corner of their envelopes the position they are applying for. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that their references are submitted by that date.

Please note that unsolicited applications for positions not advertised would not be acknowledged.
Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.

Closing Date: 12th November, 2009.


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