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Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) opens massive academic staff recruitment across 40 departments for 2026 (Apply Now)
Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for academic appointments across its various faculties and departments.
The University seeks experienced, innovative and highly motivated scholars with a passion for teaching, research and community service.
JOB SUMMARY
| Institution | Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) |
|---|---|
| Job Category | Academic |
| Location | Akwa Ibom State |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Application Mode | Physical Submission |
| Application Deadline | Within six (6) weeks from 5 August 2026 |
AVAILABLE POSITIONS
| Position | Salary Grade |
|---|---|
| Professor | CONUASS 07 Step 2 |
| Senior Lecturer | CONUASS 05 Step 1 |
| Lecturer I | CONUASS 04 Step 1 |
| Lecturer II | CONUASS 03 Step 1 |
| Assistant Lecturer | CONUASS 02 Step 1 |
AVAILABLE FACULTIES & DEPARTMENTS
| Faculty | Departments |
|---|---|
| Administration & Management Studies | Entrepreneurship, Hospitality Management & Tourism |
| Agriculture | Food Science & Technology |
| Architecture | Architecture, Architectural Technology, Naval Architecture |
| Arts | Music, French, Ibibio, History, Linguistics |
| Communication & Media Studies | Mass Communication |
| Education | Computer Science Education, Guidance & Counselling, Efik-Ibibio Education, Business Education |
| Health Sciences | Nursing Science, Public Health, Health Information Management, Medical Laboratory Science, Community Health Science, Environmental Health Science, Water, Sanitation & Hygiene |
| Law | Private & Property Law, Commercial & Industrial Law, Jurisprudence & International Law |
| Pharmacy | Pharmacy |
| Physical Sciences | Mathematics |
| Science Laboratory Technology | Biology Technology, Biochemistry Technology, Chemistry Technology, Chemical/Petroleum Technology, Geology/Mining Technology, Microbiology/Biotechnology, Physics/Electronics Technology, Physiology/Pharmacology Technology |
| Social Sciences | Library & Information Science |
| Planning & Environmental Studies | Urban & Regional Planning, Estate Management, Fine & Applied Arts, Surveying & Geoinformatics, Building, Quantity Surveying |
| College of Medicine & Surgery | Medicine & Surgery, Dental Surgery |
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must possess:
- A good First Degree in the relevant discipline.
- Computer literacy.
- Registration with the appropriate professional body (where applicable).
QUALIFICATIONS BY RANK
| Position | Minimum Requirements | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | PhD, minimum of 10 years teaching/research experience, strong publication record, postgraduate supervision experience and evidence of attracting research grants. | 55 Years |
| Senior Lecturer | PhD, minimum of 6 years experience and good publication record. | 50 Years |
| Lecturer I | PhD, good First Degree & Master’s Degree, minimum of 3 years experience and scholarly publications. | 45 Years |
| Lecturer II | PhD or Master’s Degree with evidence of PhD progression and strong teaching/research potential. | 40 Years |
| Assistant Lecturer | Minimum of Second Class Upper Degree. Master’s Degree is an added advantage. | 35 Years |
Note: Special qualifications apply to Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy positions.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Applicants should submit:
✔ Formal Application Letter
✔ Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
✔ Academic Certificates
✔ Professional Certificates
✔ NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate
✔ Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age
✔ Professional Membership Certificates
✔ Evidence of Publications (where applicable)
CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) SHOULD INCLUDE
- Full Name
- Position Applied For
- Date & Place of Birth
- Nationality
- State of Origin
- Local Government Area
- Permanent Address
- Postal Address
- Telephone Number
- Email Address
- Marital Status
- Number of Children
- Educational Qualifications
- Work Experience
- Present Employment
- Publications
- Conferences/Workshops Attended
- Three (3) Referees
Applicants should request their referees to send confidential reports directly to the Registrar.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit your application in a sealed envelope, clearly indicating the Position and Department applied for, and address it to:
The Registrar
Akwa Ibom State University
PMB 1167
Ikot Akpaden
Mkpat Enin
Akwa Ibom State
Electronic applications may also be submitted through the University’s designated recruitment portal/email where applicable.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications must reach the Registrar within six (6) weeks from 5 August 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.
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