Lecturer I (Software Engineering) at University of Agriculture, Science, and Technology (UAST), Ihugh - 2 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 (Software Engineering)

Location: Ihugh, Benue
Department: Computing and Security Technology
Slot: 2 Openings

Job Purpose

• Lecturer I denotes academic maturity and engineering leadership; a scholar-engineer who coordinates courses and laboratories, mentors others, advances impactful research, and anchors UAST’s ambition to be a hub for applied software engineering excellence.
• The job purpose is to deliver high-quality independent teaching and laboratory leadership, lead impactful software engineering research and innovation, mentor junior staff, and contribute strategically to institutional governance and accreditation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate core Software Engineering courses and advanced labs.
• Supervise undergraduate research and capstone projects.
• Lead/co-lead funded research, platforms or industry-aligned solutions.
• Publish in reputable journals; engage industry and public-sector stakeholders.
• Serve on School/University committees and accreditation teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Software Engineering or Senate-approved cognate with strong SE scholarship.
• Minimum of four (4) publications, in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
• Evidence of software patents, platforms, tools or high-impact applied solutions is an advantage.

Experience:

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

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Teaching excellence; research leadership; mentoring; strategic software vision; interdisciplinary collaboration.

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic thinking in software systems and engineering education.
• Ethical stewardship of code, data and AI-enabled systems.
• Capacity to translate research into deployable products and policy advice.
• Strong mentorship culture and institutional loyalty.
• Deep alignment with UAST’s innovative, secure and Africa-centred digital future.

Salary Grade
CONUASS 4

Application Closing Date
15th February, 2026.