Principal Research Technologist at University of Lagos (UNILAG)

The University of Lagos (UNILAG), a Federal Government University in Lagos, Lagos State, southern Nigeria, has remained one of the best and renowned in the country. With an enrollment of over 50,000 students, UNILAG is one of the largest universities in Nigeria. The University has built a legacy of academic excellence and is acknowledged as "the University of First Choice and the Nations Pride. The main campus is located at Akoka, Yaba area of Lagos, while the campus of its College of Medicine with its adjunct Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) is located idi-Araba, Surulere, on the Lagos mainland.

Over the past few years, the University has strived to increase its financial self -sufficiency, recognising that it cannot depend on government funding alone to achieve and sustain the distinction to which it aspires. The University is therefore taking steps to seek greater financial autonomy by implementing measures and programmes and developing the capabilities to solicit, promote and earn the generosity of its alumni body as well as the broad community of interests the University serves.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: Principal Research Technologist

Location: Lagos

Description

• Central Research Laboratory (Academic Position) Principal Research Technologist (CONUASS 5): Prospective candidates should possess B.Tech/B.SC with an M.Sc. and PhD in relevant technology from a recognized Institution with a minimum of 2nd class Lower Division plus NYSC Discharge Certificate or Evidence of Exemption. SSCE/NECO/WASC/GCE O/L Credit in five (5) subjects including Mathematics and English Language is compulsory.
• Candidates must have a minimum of 12 research publications with at least one (1) in an International Journal. In addition, candidates must be duly registered with the relevant Professional Institutes with at least ten (10) years relevant experience in research laboratory.
• Candidates are expected to write a proposal on the vision to grow the Central Research Laboratory in the University of Lagos.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Prospective candidates should possess B.Tech/B.SC with an M.Sc. and PhD in relevant technology from a recognized Institution with a minimum of 2nd class Lower Division plus NYSC Discharge Certificate or Evidence of Exemption. SSCE/NECO/WASC/GCE O/L Credit in five (5) subjects including Mathematics and English Language is compulsory. Candidates must have a minimum of 12 research publications with at least one (1) in an International Journal.
• GENERAL REQUIREMENT All applicants must be ICT compliant. In addition, there will be IT proficiency test for all applicants.

Remuneration

• CONUASS 5 (N1,653,415.00 - N2,348,299.00) per annum.

Application Closing Date
24th November, 2014.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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