About the Role
Owolabi University is a newly established, NUC-licensed private institution located in Osogbo, Osun State, dedicated to delivering world-class higher education. We are currently seeking an accomplished and visionary Professor of Microbiology to join our academic community and drive impactful teaching, groundbreaking research, and institutional development.
Key Responsibilities- Provide strong academic and administrative leadership within the department and faculty.
- Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Microbiology with excellence and innovation.
- Supervise postgraduate research students at master and doctoral levels.
- Secure competitive research grants, fellowships, and academic sponsorships.
- Contribute actively to curriculum development, academic mentoring, and institutional growth.
- Possess a Ph.D. in Microbiology or a closely related discipline from a reputable university.
- Minimum of 12 years of post-qualification full-time teaching, research, and administrative experience in a tertiary institution.
- Demonstrated academic leadership with at least 25 scholarly publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
- Proven track record of successful postgraduate student supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to attract external research grants and fellowships, alongside relevant professional certifications.
- Competitive remuneration package ranking among the best in the Nigerian higher education system.
- Conducive academic environment equipped with modern research and teaching facilities.
- Opportunities for professional development, networking, and leadership advancement.