TAI SOLARIN University Education: Academic and Non-Teaching Staff Employment Opportunities

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following positions in Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun, Ogun State, Nigeria.

Academic Positions
Professor, Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I and Lecturer II. It should be noted that a Ph.D. degree in the subject content is a MUST in all cases and in the area of pedagogy where applicable.

COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES
Department of Creative Arts:
Professor - Textile and Costume History

COLLEGE OF SOCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Department of Sociological Studies
Professor /Reader /Senior Lecturer /Lecturer I - Sociology, Social Studies, Social Studies Education, Social Work and Peace/Security, Industrial and Labour Relations, Mass Communication.

Department of Economics:

Professor /Reader /Senior Lecturer /Lecturer I /Lecturer II - Economics.

Department of Geography and Environmental Studies:

Professor /Reader /Senior Lecturer /Lecturer I /Lecturer II - Geography.

Department of Political Science:
Professor /Reader /Senior Lecturer /Lecturer I /Lecturer II - Political Science.

Department of Business Management:
Business Administration Unit
Professor/Reader/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/ Lecturer II


COLLEGE OF APPLIED EDUCATION AND VOCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
Department of Vocational and Technical Education.
Business Education Unit:
Professor/Reader/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/Lecturer 11- Business Education with specialization in General Management, Entrepreneurial Education, Organizational Behaviour, Human Resources or Office Technology.

Secretarial Administration Unit:
Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/Lecturer 11- Business Education with specialization in Data Processing, Office Education and Technology, Secretary Duties and Procedures.

Library and Information Studies Unit:
Professor/Reader/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer I/Lecturer II - Library and Information Studies.

Qualifications

In all the cases referred to above, candidates are required to possess, as appropriate, skills and orientations, illustrative and group teaching abilities (as applicable with adequate research exposure. Basic competencies in computer application will be an added advantag

(i)Professor (CONUASS 07) N2,485,099 - N3,209,140
Candidates for this position must possess a Ph.D. from a recognized institution with at least 12 years post Ph.D. qualification or 15 years full time cognate teaching and research experience at the University level. This is without prejudice to candidates who are already Associate Professors with or without Ph.D. but with relevant experience. Such candidates must show sufficient evidence of academic leadership in all ramifications especially in the area of relevant scholarly publications in reputable local and international journals.

(ii) Reader/Associate Professor (CONUASS 06) N2,053,124 - N2,684,096
Same as for Professor, but with 9 years post Ph.D. qualification, or 12 years full time cognate teaching and research experience at the University level. He must possess some measure of administrative experience at Departmental/Faculty College level and University governance.

(iii) Senior Lecturer (CONUASS O5) N1,653,415 - N2,348,299
Same as Professor, but with at least 6 years post Ph.D. qualification or 9 years full time cognate teaching and research experience at the University.

(iv) Lecturer I (CONUASS 04) N1,122,751 - N1,444,535
Candidates for this position must possess a Ph. D. from recognized institution with a minimum of3 years post Ph.D. qualification or 6 years full time cognate teaching and research experience at the University level. Such candidate must, however, demonstrate sufficient flair for scholarship as reflected in local and foreign academic publications.

(v) Lecturer II (CONUASS 03) N897 ,501- N1 ,074,314
Candidates for this position must possess a Ph.D. in the related field or area of specialization obtainable from recognized institution.


SENIOR NON-TEACHING STAFF

Deputy Registrar (CONTISS 14) N1 ,820,908 - N2,318, 772
Academic/Professional Qualifications
(i) A good honours Degree or equivalent qualifications in Arts, Social Sciences, Education or related disciplines from a recognized University.
(ii) Computer literacy and membership of relevant professional bodies shall be required. Also possession of higher degree(s) shall be an added advantage.

Experience
A minimum of twelve (12) years post-qualification cognate experience in a University or other related institutions out of which three (3) years must be at the level of a Principal Assistant Registrar.

Conditions of Service.
The University pays the new salary package in line with the Federal Government/ASUU/SSANU 2009 agreement. The remuneration and other Conditions of Service are attractive and applicable to what obtain in any public-owned University. The successful candidate who qualifies for pensionable appointment will be on probation for three (3) years after which the appointment may be confirmed to a retiring age, provided the performance of such' person is considered good enough for the University. The Contributory Pension Scheme as adopted by the State Government and appropriate allowances as may be approved from time-to-time by the University Governing Council shall be applicable to all staff.

Application Closing Date: 8th February, 2011

Method of Application
All applications must be accompanied with 15 copies of the detailed Curriculum Vitae and photocopies of relevant academic and professional credentials.
All applications should reach the Registrar on or before 8th February, 2011.

The Registrar,

Tai Solarin University of Education,

Ijagun, P.M.B. 2118, Ijebu-Ode,

Ogun State, Nigeria.

Career Opportunity at The Redeemers University (RUN): Vice-Chancellor

The Redeemers University (RUN) invites from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Vice-Chancellor of the Redeemer's University (RUN), Redemption Camp, Mowe, Km 46, Lagos/lbadan Expressway, Ogun State.
The Post of the Vice-Chancellor of the Redeemer's University, (RUN). Redemption Camp, Mowe, Km. 46, Lagos/lbadan Expressway, Ogun State, will become vacant by 1st August, 2011. In accordance with the provisions of the Redeemer's University Law (July 2003), the Board of Trustees of the University wishes to commence the process of filling the vacancy. Consequently, applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position. Interested candidates are requested to note the following information about the University:

THE UNIVERSITY
The Redeemer's University (RUN) is a private University established by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG). It was granted an operating license by the Federal Government of Nigeria on 7th January, 2005 and academic activities commenced in October, 2005. The University took off with academic programmes in three Colleges namely, Humanities, Management Sciences and Natural Sciences. Other programmes are to commence in the second and third phases of the development of the University. They include: Engineering. Law, Agriculture, Veterinary Medicine, Environmental Sciences, Medicine and Pharmacy. The University currently has a student population of 2500. It has already produced two sets of graduates.
The University has become a pacesetter, as evidenced by the quality of her graduates. In keeping with its vision, RUN is working to become one of the best Universities, that will positively impact the society,
 Our Vision
To establish a University that will cater adequately for the academic and moral development of its students, irrespective of their gender; nationality; race, tribe or religious leaning.

Job Position: VICE-CHANCELLOR

THE POSITION
The Vice-Chancellor is the Chief Executive and Academic Officer of the University and ex-officio Chairman of the Senate and Member of Council. He shall exercise general supervision over the University and shall have general responsibility to the Board of Trustees and Council for maintaining and promoting the efficiency and good order of the University. It shall be the duty of the Vice-Chancellor to see that the provisions of the Law and Statute, Ordinances and Regulations of the University are observed.

 THE CANDIDATE
The candidate for the post of Vice-Chancellor is required to possess a good University education and should be a proven successful manager of human and material resources.
Specifically, the candidate must:

• be a distinguished scholar of the rank of Professor with the ability to provide academic and administrative leadership for the University;
• through his/her track record, command the respect of both the national and international academic communities;
• possess the ability to strengthen relationships among students, staff, and other members of the University community, and the general population and community;
• have a feasible plan for the development of the University, in line with the set vision of the University, and possess the drive and ability to attract funds and strengthen linkages with other Universities, national and international, communities;
• be in excellent physical and mental health;
• be a person of integrity and courage, able to defend and uphold the academic independence of the University,

 
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE APPLICABLE TO THE POST
The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for four (4) years in the first instance and shall be eligible for re-appointment for a second term of three (3) years on such terms and conditions as may be specified in the letter of appointment. The remuneration and other conditions of service are as applicable to the post of Vice-Chancellor in Nigerian Federal Universities, with appropriate additional conditions. as may be determined from time to time by Board of Trustees/Governing Council.
Method Of Application
Each application should be made in twenty (20) copies and be accompanied by 20 copies of the candidate's curriculum vitae duly signed and dated. The curriculum vitae should be presented in the following order:

1.  Name in Full (Surname first and in capitals);
2. Post Desired, ;
3. Place and Date of Birth, State of Origin and Nationality;
4. Marital Status/Number and. Ages of Children;
5. Current Posta II Contact Address (With Phone No. and e-mail address);
6. Permanent Address;
7. Institutions Attended (with dates);
8. Educational Qualifications (with dates);
9. Professional Qualifications (with dates);
10. Membership of Professional Bodies;
11. Distinctions and Awards (With dates);
12. Statement of Work Experience including full details of former and present posts;
13. Post-graduate Supervision;
14. Major Academic related services to the Nation outside the University System;
15. Important Academic Conferences/ Workshops/ Courses Attended;
16. Publications (Thesis, Books/ Monographs, Published Articles)
17. Technical Reports;
18. Present Employment Status, Salary and Employer;
19. Extra-Curricular Activities;
20. Names and Addresses of 3 Referees (one of whom must be in candidate's field of study).

Each application should include the names and addresses of three referees. Each referee should be contacted by the applicant to forward, direct to the Chairman, Board of Trustees, a confidential report on the candidate's character, academic and managerial abilities in a properly sealed envelope marked Post of Vice-Chancellor: Referee's Report at the top left hand corner of the envelope.
Each application must be accompanied by 20 copies of statement of the candidate's vision for the University.
In the case of candidates identified by the Search Team, the application shall conform to the requirements in the method of application stated above.

All applications and supporting documents shall be submitted by hand under confidential cover addressed to:
The Chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT),
c/o Office of the Registrar
Redeemer's University
Redemption City,
Ogun State,  Nigeria.

OR BY MAIL

The Chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT) Redeemer's University
P.M.B.3005
Redemption City,
Mowe, Ogun State, Nigeria.

The sealed envelope(s) containing the applications or nominations should be marked POST OF VICE-CHANCELLOR at the top left hand corner and forwarded to reach the Chairman, BOT not later than 21st February, 2011.