Lecturer I (Cybersecurity) at University of Agriculture, Science, and Technology (UAST), Ihugh - 3 Openings

The University of Agriculture, Science, and Technology (UAST), Ihugh, Benue State is a world-class institution dedicated to research, innovation, and student success. It was founded on the principles of academic excellence, ethical integrity, and meaningful development. We are committed to fostering a holistic educational learning experience that nurtures critical thinking, innovation, and problem solving

UAST is a traiblazing institution at the forefront of innovation, academic excellence, and smart campus development. Leveraging advanced digital infrastructure. AI-driven learning systems, and integrated IoTsolutions, we empower students with state-of-art technology, fostering a dynamic and future-ready academic enviroment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lecturer I (Cybersecurity)

Location: Ihugh, Benue
Department: Computing and Security Technology
Slot: 3 Openings

Job Purpose

• Lecturer I denotes academic maturity and cyber leadership; a scholar-practitioner who coordinates courses and labs, mentors others, advances impactful research, and anchors UAST’s ambition to be a centre of excellence in cybersecurity education and innovation.
• The job purpose is to deliver high-quality independent teaching and laboratory leadership, lead impactful cybersecurity research and innovation, mentor junior staff, and contribute strategically to institutional governance and accreditation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate core Cybersecurity courses and advanced labs.
• Supervise undergraduate research and capstone projects.
• Lead/co-lead funded research, cyber-range development or national-interest security projects.
• Publish in reputable journals and engage industry/government stakeholders.
• Serve on School/University committees and accreditation teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD Degree in Cybersecurity or Senate-approved cognate with strong security scholarship.
• Minimum of four (4) publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
• Evidence of tools, patents, frameworks or impactful applied solutions is an added advantage.

Experience:

• At least three (3) years as Lecturer II (or equivalent).
• Active membership of recognised national/international cybersecurity or computing bodies.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Teaching excellence; research leadership; mentoring; strategic cyber thinking; interdisciplinary collaboration.

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic vision in digital security and cyber governance.
• Ethical stewardship and national-interest orientation.
• Capacity to translate research into secure systems and policy advice.
• Strong mentorship culture and institutional loyalty.
• Deep alignment with UAST’s secure, innovative and Africa-centred digital future.

Salary Grade
CONUASS 4

Application Closing Date
15th February, 2026.