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Al-Hikmah University announces Academic, Non-Academic vacancies (Apply Now)
Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, Kwara State, has announced vacancies for qualified candidates across several faculties, departments and university units.
The recruitment exercise is open to both internal and external candidates who meet the requirements for the advertised positions.
The available academic positions include Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I, Lecturer II and Assistant Lecturer across Agriculture, Health Sciences, Nursing Sciences, Computing, Engineering and Technology, Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law, Management Sciences and Natural and Applied Sciences.
The university has also advertised non-academic positions including Technologist II, System Analyst II and Clinical Instructor.
Applicants are required to meet the academic, professional and experience requirements attached to their preferred positions, while computer literacy is required for all posts.
Academic Vacancies
| Faculty/Unit | Department | Area of Specialisation |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Agriculture | Agricultural Economics and Extension | Relevant field |
| College of Health Sciences | Human Physiology | Relevant field |
| College of Health Sciences | Medical Biochemistry | Relevant field |
| Faculty of Nursing Sciences | Mental Health & Psychiatric Nursing | Relevant field |
| Faculty of Nursing Sciences | Nursing Administration/Management & Nursing Education | Relevant field |
| Faculty of Computing, Engineering & Technology | Computer Science | Software Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Science |
| Faculty of Computing, Engineering & Technology | Data Science & Information Technology | Data Science, Information Technology, Information System |
| Faculty of Education | Science Education | Biology Education, Chemistry Education, Computer Science Education, Educational Technology, Mathematics Education |
| Faculty of Education | Arts & Social Sciences Education | Arabic Education, Islamic Studies Education, English Language Education, Social Studies Education, Political Science Education, Economics Education |
| Faculty of Education | Educational Management & Counseling | Guidance and Counseling, Educational Management |
| Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences | Sociology and Criminology | Relevant field |
| Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences | Languages | Literature-in-English |
| Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences | Political Science and Public Administration | Public Administration |
| Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences | Library & Information Science | Relevant field |
| Faculty of Law | Private and Business Law | Relevant field |
| Faculty of Law | Public and International Law | Relevant field |
| Faculty of Management Sciences | Accounting | Relevant field |
| Faculty of Management Sciences | Finance | Relevant field |
| Faculty of Management Sciences | Business Administration | Marketing |
| Faculty of Natural & Applied Sciences | Biological Sciences | Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology |
| Faculty of Natural & Applied Sciences | Chemical and Geological Sciences | Geology |
| Faculty of Natural & Applied Sciences | Physical Sciences | Relevant field |
| University Library | University Library | Relevant field |
Important Qualification Note
The supplied recruitment information does not specify the exact academic rank attached to every department and specialisation. Applicants should therefore match their qualifications and experience to the particular vacancy as stated by the university.
For Human Physiology and Medical Biochemistry, the advert specifically states that candidates are required to possess an MB;BS.
Academic Cadres and Requirements
| Position | Cadre | Main Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Lecturer | AHUASS 05 | PhD, scholarly publications, relevant professional membership and at least 3 years of full-time university teaching/research/administrative experience |
| Lecturer I | AHUASS 04 | PhD, scholarly publications and relevant professional membership where applicable |
| Lecturer II | AHUASS 03 | Qualification route stated by the university; applicants should follow the specific advert requirements |
| Assistant Lecturer | AHUASS 02 | At least a relevant Master’s degree from a recognised university |
Senior Lecturer – AHUASS 05
Applicants for Senior Lecturer must be authorities in their relevant fields and possess a PhD from a reputable university.
Candidates are expected to provide evidence of scholarly publications in reputable local, national and international journals.
Relevant professional membership is required where applicable.
Applicants must also have at least three years of full-time university teaching, research and administrative experience.
Lecturer I – AHUASS 04
Candidates must possess a PhD from a reputable university and provide evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals.
Relevant professional membership is required where applicable.
Lecturer II – AHUASS 03
The supplied advert states that applicants must possess one of the prescribed qualification routes for the position. However, the detailed qualification options are incomplete in the material provided.
Applicants should therefore confirm the full Lecturer II requirement in the official recruitment notice before submitting their application.
Assistant Lecturer – AHUASS 02
Candidates must possess at least a Master’s degree in the relevant field from a recognised university.
Non-Academic Vacancies
Al-Hikmah University has also announced vacancies for the following non-academic positions:
| Position | Cadre | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Technologist II | AHUSS 07 | O’Level with 5 credits including English and Mathematics + relevant B.Sc. |
| System Analyst II | AHUSS 07 | O’Level with 5 credits including English and Mathematics + B.Sc. in Library and Information Science |
| Clinical Instructor | AHUSS 09 | O’Level with 5 credits including English and Mathematics + B.Sc. Nursing Science |
Technologist II – AHUSS 07
Applicants must possess an O’Level certificate with at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
A B.Sc. in the relevant field specified by the university is also required.
System Analyst II – AHUSS 07
Candidates must possess an O’Level certificate with at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
A B.Sc. in Library and Information Science is also required.
Clinical Instructor – AHUSS 09
Applicants must possess an O’Level certificate with at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
A B.Sc. in Nursing Science is required.
Computer competency and an NYSC discharge certificate or certificate of exemption are mandatory where applicable.
General Requirements
Computer literacy is required for all positions.
Applicants are expected to carefully assess their qualifications, professional experience and publications against the requirements for their preferred position before applying.
Where professional registration or membership is applicable to a particular discipline, applicants are expected to provide evidence of such membership.
Conditions of Service
The university states that its conditions of service are comparable with those obtainable in public universities in Nigeria.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit soft copies of their application documents by email to:
Applicants should ensure that their application includes the required documents, including their application letter, current Curriculum Vitae and relevant academic and professional credentials.
The supplied advert does not reproduce the full list of documents in the material provided, so applicants should consult the official recruitment notice for the complete document checklist before submission.
Deadline
Applications must be submitted within two weeks from the date of publication.
Late applications may not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged/contacted.
University Address
Al-Hikmah University
Adewo Road, Adeta, along Housing Estate,
P.M.B. 1601,
Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.
Applicant Checklist
| Applicant Situation | What to Check | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Academic applicant | Degree required for preferred rank | Match qualification to the relevant academic cadre |
| Senior Lecturer applicant | PhD, publications and experience | Provide evidence of scholarly publications and 3+ years of relevant university experience |
| Lecturer I applicant | PhD and publications | Include evidence of required publications |
| Assistant Lecturer applicant | Relevant Master’s degree | Include Master’s certificate and supporting credentials |
| Health Sciences applicant | Professional/medical qualification | Confirm the specific qualification, including MB;BS where required |
| Non-academic applicant | O’Level and professional qualification | Confirm required degree and O’Level credits |
| NYSC | Discharge/exemption document where applicable | Include the relevant certificate |
| Application | CV, application letter and credentials | Submit soft copies to the designated email |
| Deadline | Two weeks from publication | Submit before the deadline |

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