Lecturer II (Wildlife & Ecotourism Management) at the University of Ibadan (UI)

The University of Ibadan (UI) is the oldest and most prestigious Nigerian University. As a research intensive postgraduate University, it has attained a position of eminence in various disciplines and remains a major player in the development of the much needed human capital in Africa.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: Lecturer II - Conservation Social Science (Faculty of Renewable Natural resources - Department of Wildlife & Ecotourism Management)

Location: Ibadan, Oyo

Requirements

• Candidates should possess an Ph.D. in fields such as, but not limited to, Wildlife Management and Conservation, Sociology, Psychology, or Anthropology.
• Experience using qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods and analyzing social data.
• Solid understanding of best ethical practices in research involving human subjects. With relevant publications in the areas outlined above.
• Research expertise related to conservation social science in the African and Nigerian contexts.
• Understanding of key issues and developments regarding indigenous peoples and local communities (IPLCs) in natural resource management and conservation.
• Experience analyzing qualitative data using one or more of these tools: NVivo, ATLAS.ti, MAXQDA, Dedoose, Anthropac, Taguette, or similar tools.
• Experience using online survey tools such as Qualtrics and Kobo Toolbox.
• Experience using participatory research methods.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.

Salary Scale
CONUASS 3

Application Closing Date
4th January, 2024.