Lecturer I (Computer Science / Information Systems / Artificial Intelligence / Cybersecurity / Data Science) at Veritas University

Veritas University was founded by the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria through a resolution given at its March 2002 meeting in Abuja. The University is located at Bwari, Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The mission of Veritas University is to provide its students with an integral and holistic formation that combines academic and professional training with physical, moral, spiritual, social, and cultural formation together with formation of Christian religious principles and the social teachings of the Catholic Church.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lecturer I (Computer Science / Information Systems / Artificial Intelligence / Cybersecurity / Data Science)

Location:  Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time

Requirements

• A candidate for this post should normally possess a good First Degree and a Doctorate Degree in the respective field from a recognized University with at least three years of teaching and research experience since becoming a Lecturer II in a University or comparable institution of higher learning.
• The candidate must have been a Lecturer I for a minimum of three years.
• The candidate must also have the ability to teach courses at the postgraduate and undergraduate levels with evidence of practical skills and competence.
• Evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals is also required in addition to the ability to supervise post-graduate students in areas of expertise.

Application Closing Date
30th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit an Application Letter and a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), briefly highlighting their academic qualifications, teaching experience, and research interests, duly signed and dated to: essienj@veritas.edu.ng using “Application for Lecturer Position – [Your Name]” as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Prepare a formal application letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor, through the Head, Department of Computer Science, clearly stating the programme and position you are applying for.
• Available programmes are: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering
• Update and attach a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) that includes:
  • Personal information
  • Educational background
  • Work/teaching experience
  • Publications and research work
  • Professional memberships
  • 3 Referees

Required Documents:

• Application Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copies of Academic Certificates (First degree, Master’s, PhD, where applicable)
• NYSC Certificate (or Exemption Certificate for Nigerian applicants)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy (optional but recommended)
• Research Statement / Publications (for senior lecturer roles and above)
• Professional Certifications (if applicable)
• Appointment/ last promotion letter from previous places of work(if applicable)
• Reference Letters or Referees’ Contact Details

Submission Process:

• Scan all documents clearly in PDF format.
• Combine documents into one file or well-labeled separate files.
• Ensure the email body briefly introduces you and lists the attached documents.
• Available positions are limited, and the selection and recruitment process will be conducted on a continuous basis.
• Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitably qualified candidates will be shortlisted and invited for an interview until all vacancies are filled.