Associate Professor (Faculty of Agriculture) at Hensard University - 5 Openings

Hensard University is a private institution licensed in line with the provisions of the Education Act (National Minimum Standards and Establishment of Institutions). Hensard University is focused on teaching, research, entrepreneurship, scholarship, with international linkages and collaborations with reputable institutions and organisations.

Applications are invited for:

Job Title: Associate Professor (Faculty of Agriculture)

Location: Yenogoa, Bayelsa

Job Description
We are recruiting Associate Professors in the following departments:

• Agricultural Economics & Extension Services
• Agronomy
• Fisheries and Aquaculture
• Animal Production and Husbandry
• Forestry and Wildlife Management

Requirements

• Either evidence of prior promotion to the rank of a Reader/Associate Professor from a recognised University or Candidates should possess a PhD degree in the appropriate discipline applied for, with at least eight (8) years teaching and research experience in a University, with at least two (2) years as senior Lecturer.
• Candidates must possess scholarly publications in both local and international journals as proof of specialisation in core areas of departmental fields of study.
• Candidates must also have sufficient administrative experience.

Salary and Allowances

• Salary and allowances are as obtainable in Nigerian compensation structure for Universities plus 10-25% Hensard University premium (Countryside Allowance).
• An enhanced welfare package is also in place to attract the best in the education sector.

Application Closing Date
25th December, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), Certificates, and other Credentials giving information on the following:

• Full Name
• Current Contact Address (including telephone numbers and e-mail address)
• Place and Date of Birth
• Nigerian State of Origin
• Current location in Nigeria
• Specialisation
• Family details: marital status, number and ages of children
• Academic Qualifications (including Class of Degree; copies of certificates to be enclosed)
• Professional Qualifications (copies of Certificates to be enclosed)
• Post-Graduation/Professional qualification employment
• Current Employment
• Name and Addresses of three (3) Referees, who should be able to attest to the candidate's standing and abilities, professionally, managerially, as well as morals, character, and integrity.

Candidates should submit their Applications to: recruitment@hensarduniversity.edu.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Candidates must provide the Registrar with three (3) bound copies of their CVs and publications.
• Nigerian citizens and residents with educational credentials and experiences are encouraged to apply.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to make themselves available for an electronic or an in-person interview at a date that will be duly and formally conveyed to such candidates officially.