Professor / Associate Professor of Law at American University of Nigeria (AUN)

The American University of Nigeria was founded in response to the need for a world-class university in sub-Saharan Africa. The University’s mission is to provide quality education to Nigeria and Africa’s future leaders in order to equip them with the skills needed to solve development issues on the continent, and give them the knowledge needed to create solutions that will benefit their community, their country and, ultimately, the world.

We are recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Professor / Associate Professor of Law

Location: Adamawa

Summary

• The Professor/Associate Professor of Law will be responsible for teaching, research and community service as may be requested by the Provost and Dean, AUN School of Law.
• S/he contributes to preparing students to be applied and practical, critical thinkers, problem solvers and effective communicators.
• The position is expected to engage in applied, integrative and pedagogical scholarship. Also, to engage in research that furthers the objectives of the School and the University.

Detailed Listing of Responsibilties

• Teaching: The primary responsibility of a faculty member is for teaching and for supporting student learning both inside and outside the classroom.
• Class Attendance: Faculty members should make clear that students are expected to attend class and complete required assignments.
• Academic Advising: Available to assist students throughout the semester.
• Department/Schools Meetings: Attending meetings on a regular basis and as necessary to facilitate communication and to accomplish the work required for the smooth operation of the department and school.
• Attendance at Academic Functions: Full-time faculty members are expected to attend meetings of the faculty and any all-college meetings called by AUN administration.
• Research: Faculty members are to engage in research activities that will promote self-development and the University
• Community Service: Faculty are to contribute to AUN community service and development activities.

Requirements 

• Must have a terminal Degree in law (LL. D or PhD) from a reputable University.
• Must have a minimum of ten years of teaching & research experience garnered at a reputable University
• Must have held academic leadership positions for a minimum of seven years
• Must present verifiable evidence of academic publications in reputable journals published both locally and internationally
• Must be proficient in use of ICT tools and e-resources for teaching and research

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Membership of Nigerian Bar Association
• Applicants are expected to have the appropriate academic credentials, as well as successful post-secondary teaching experience.
• Experience in Africa or other parts of the developing world is a plus.
• A strong commitment to development
• An understanding of the essential values of academic integrity, civility, collegiality and diversity in a community of learners
• A demonstrated commitment to academic excellence, cultural diversity, and equal opportunity.

Description of Benefits
Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resumes, cover letters, teaching statement, research statement and contact information of three references to: recruitment@aun.edu.ng and Cc: bello.magaji@aun.edu.ng using the job title as the subject of the mail.