About the Role
Owolabi University is a newly established private university located in Oke-Ila Orangun, Osun State, operating from its take-off site in Osogbo, Nigeria. Licensed by the National Universities Commission (NUC) in June 2026, our institution is dedicated to expanding access to quality higher education and preparing graduates for a fast-changing global landscape. We are currently seeking a dynamic and accomplished Associate Professor of Microbiology to join our esteemed Faculty of Science and Computing.
Key Responsibilities- Provide strong academic leadership in teaching, curriculum development, and research within the Department of Microbiology.
- Deliver engaging undergraduate and postgraduate lectures, tutorials, and practical laboratory sessions.
- Successfully supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student research projects and theses.
- Publish high-impact scholarly articles in reputable peer-reviewed journals to advance the department's research profile.
- Contribute actively to administrative duties, departmental committees, and university-wide community development initiatives.
- Possess a PhD Degree in Microbiology or a closely related discipline from a reputable and recognized university.
- Demonstrate a minimum of nine (9) years of post-qualification, full-time relevant teaching and research experience in a tertiary institution.
- Provide evidence of strong academic leadership and administrative capacity.
- Show a robust track record with a minimum of twenty (20) scholarly publications in reputable local and international journals.
- Present verifiable evidence of successful supervision of postgraduate students at Master's and/or PhD levels.
- Competitive remuneration package, proudly recognized as one of the best salary structures within the Nigerian higher educational system.
- A stimulating, supportive, and innovative academic work environment.
- Ample opportunities for professional growth, career advancement, and collaborative research funding.