University Librarian at the Bauchi State University, Gadau

Bauchi State University, Gadau is a state-owned university located in Bauchi State, Nigeria. Its main campus is in Gadau, with other campuses in Misau and Bauchi. The vision of Bauchi State University is to become a center of excellence in scholarship in as many academic disciplines as may be needed in response to intellectual and other development needed of the people of Bauchi State in particular and nation at large.

Pursuant to the provisions of the University Law (2010), and in the exercise of its powers contained therein, the Governing Council is hereby initiating the process of filling the existing vacancy. Accordingly, applications are hereby invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: University Librarian

Location: Gadau, Bauchi
Job Schedule: Full time

The Position

• The University Librarian is one of the Principal Officers of the University that is responsible to the Vice Chancellor for the overall administration and coordination of the University library, its branches in the faculties and departments as well as providing services for the entire University Community.

Qualifications
Applicants for the post of University Librarian should not be below the rank of Deputy University Librarian or a minimum of Senior Lecturer in Academic Librarian Cadre and should possess the following requirements:

• Ph.D. in Library Science / Library and Information Science with at least fifteen (15) years post qualification experience.
• Relevant scholarly publication in Journals and Textbooks equivalent to a least the requirement for promotion of Senior Lecturer.
• Proficiency in Information Communication Technology (ICT)
• Membership of Librarian Registration Council of Nigeria.
• Evidence of attendance of a Continuous Mandatory Professional Development.
• Candidates must have spent at least 3 years as Deputy University Librarian as Senior Lecturer in the Academic Library.
• Successful candidate should not be older than 65 years of age at the time of assumption of office and must be of good health and have a good understanding of vision and mission of the University.
• He/she shall have the ability to provide good leadership, possess personal integrity and demonstrate transparency in private and public life and be able to command respect and loyalty of staff.

Terms and Condition of Service

• The remuneration and other Conditions of Service are as contained in the University Conditions of Service and as may be determined by the University Governing Council.
• The successful candidate shall hold the post of the University Librarian for a term of five (5) years.

Application Closing Date
16th April, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward fifteen (15) copies of their Applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), duly signed and dated. The CV must contain the following:

• The candidate's full name
• Date and place of birth
• Marital status
• Nationality
• Academic qualifications
• Working experience with dates and positions
• Merits and awards (if any)
• Membership of professional bodies
• List of academic publications
• Extracurricular activities and interests
• Names and addresses of three (3) referees, at least one (1) of whom should be the candidate's current employment, who should be competent enough to attest the qualifications/academic standing and character.

Applications are to be addressed and submitted under confidential cover, in envelopes sealed and marked at the top left-hand corner of the envelop "Post of University Librarian" to:
The Registrar and Secretary to Council,
Bauchi State University,
P.M.B. 065,
Gadau, Bauchi State.

Note

• The referees should be contacted by the applicant to forward to the above signed, a confidential report on his/her character, academic and managerial abilities and achievements in a sealed envelope marked at the top left corner, "Post of University Librarian: Referee's Report"
• All applications shall be duly acknowledged. However, only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview, please.