Reader / Associate Professor (Law) at Achievers University, Owo (2 Openings)

Achievers University, Owo was approved and licensed by the Federal Government of Nigeria in 2007. The institution commenced academic activities on 2nd April, 2008. The University, which is situated in a serene and conducive environment, has matriculated 13 sets of students and graduated nine sets of 'Achievers' who are making their marks in all spheres of human endeavours. The University now fully operates at its permanent site at Km 1, Idasen-Ute Road, Owo.

As a result of rapid expansion and the urgent need to reposition the University for the sustenance of our remarkable achievements, we are currently seeking exceptionally qualified staff with integrity and demonstrable leadership qualities to join our team in moving the University forward in its next phase of growth and development in the capacity below:

Job Title: Reader / Associate Professor (Law)

Location: Owo, Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time or Sabbatical Placement
College: Law

Description
We need qualified Lecturers in the following departments:

• Private and Business Law
• Public and International Law.

Qualifications and Experience

• The candidates must possess a Ph.D. in the relevant subject areas with at least ten (10) years of teaching, research, community service and professional experience in a university or any other tertiary institution.
• They must have a record of substantial publications, with a focus on distinct areas of research, in local and international journals; evidence of postgraduate supervision; and ability to initiate and develop research.
• The candidates, who must have been Senior Lecturers for a minimum of three (3) years, must be willing to initiate and develop courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and must be able to supervise postgraduate students in their areas of discipline.
• In addition, the candidates must possess a good measure of academic leadership, evidence of teamwork as well as administrative experience in working with interdisciplinary groups.
• Registration with professional bodies is compulsory.

Salary and Conditions of Service
Salary, allowances, and other benefits, including a contributory pension scheme, are as approved by the Governing Council of Achievers University, and are favourably compared with what are obtainable in other public and private universities.

Application Closing Date
23rd August, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit 10 hard copies of their Applications along with their Credentials (O Level results inclusive) and Curriculum Vitae. The Curriculum Vitae should contain the following information:

• Full Name
• Place and Date of Birth
• State of Origin / Local Government of Origin
• Nationality
• Permanent Home Address
• Email Address
• Telephone Number
• Marital Status
• Names and Ages of Children
• Name and Address of Next of Kin
• Names of Educational Institutions attended with dates
• Academic / Professional qualifications with dates
• Work Experience
• Posts Held with Dates
• Present Employment, Status, and Salary (attached pay slip)
• Service to National and International Bodies
• Conferences, Training, and Workshops Attended
• For Academic Posts: Current Research, Details of Publications (including Authorship, Names of Journals in Which they are published, and location and Date of Publication)
• Other Activities Under Current Employment
• Names, Addresses (including their emails), and Telephone Numbers of Three (3) Referees
• Proposed Date of Availability for duty if Appointed

All applications should be addressed to:
The Registrar,
Achievers University,
P.M.B. 1030, Owo,
Ondo State.

Note
For further information, please contact:

• Adebayo - [email protected] - 0803-343-219.
• Adeniran - [email protected] - 0803-222-9522.