Senior Lecturer

The Senior Lecturer will be responsible for advanced teaching, research, and academic leadership within the Department of Political Science. The successful candidate will contribute to curriculum development, supervise students, mentor junior staff, and support the University’s research and governance objectives.

The Senior Lecturer will be expected to:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Political Science and related areas
• Coordinate courses and contribute to curriculum development in line with NUC BMAS
• Conduct independent and collaborative research and publish in reputable local and international journals
• Supervise undergraduate projects and postgraduate theses/dissertations
• Mentor junior academic staff and support departmental academic growth
• Participate in departmental, faculty, and university committees
• Contribute to accreditation, quality assurance, and curriculum review exercises
• Engage in community service, policy advocacy, and professional activities relevant to Political Science
• Perform any other academic duties assigned by the Head of Department or University Management

Applicants must possess:

• A PhD in Political Science or a closely related discipline from a recognized university
• Evidence of specialization in areas such as Comparative Politics, International Relations, Public Administration, Political Theory, Public Policy, or Development Studies
• At least three (3) years post-PhD teaching and research experience in a university or comparable institution
• A minimum of six (6) scholarly publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals
• Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g., Nigerian Political Science Association – NPSA) will be an added advantage

• Strong teaching, research, and curriculum development skills
• Excellent analytical, writing, and oral communication abilities
• Proven ability to supervise students and mentor junior academics
• Proficiency in ICT tools, research databases, and e-learning platforms
• Ability to contribute to policy-relevant research and community engagement
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills
• High level of academic integrity, professionalism, and teamwork

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Monday to Friday

8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.