Director of Research at Caleb University

Caleb University, Imota is a Federal Government Licensed Private University with a vision to be an innovative leader in producing impactful human resources, and sustaining excellence in learning, service and Godly character. Our Mission is providing opportunities for a globally competitive education and research in a Godly environment, with visible and positive societal impact.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Director of Research

Location: Imota, Ikorodu - Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Director of Research provides strategic leadership and oversees all research-related operations in line with the University's Research Policy.
• The Director of Research leads and oversees a team of researchers, guiding strategic
  research initiatives and driving high-quality research.
• The role involves developing and implementing research strategies, managing projects, and ensuring the timely delivery of research findings.
• The Director reports directly to the Vice-Chancellor and works in close collaboration with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, RISA (Research, Innovation, Strategy & Administration).

Requirements

• Candidate must possess a Ph.D. Degree in a relevant field (Economics, Social Sciences, Data Sciences, etc.) with a minimum of fifteen (15) years relevant post-qualification experience at the university level or its equivalent.
• The Ideal candidate must have registered 7-10 patents and possess strong leadership and team management capabilities, foistering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward ten (10) copies of their Application, CV and photocopies of all relevant credentials. The CV should be in the following format:

• Full Name (Surname first)
• Place of Birth
• State of Origin
• Home Address
• Contact Address (including email address and telephone number)
• Nationality
• Marital Status
• Number and Ages of Children (if any)
• Institutions Attended with Dates
• Academic Qualifications Obtained with Dates (photocopies to be attached)
• Work Experience
• Present Employment indicating Present Status and Salary
• Extracurricular Activities
• Names and Addresses of Three (3) Referees.

All applications should be addressed and sent by courier service to:
The Registrar,
Caleb University,
Imota, Lagos State.

A soft copy should also be forwarded to: registrar@calebuniversity.edu.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Candidates must request their referees to forward references in sealed envelopes marked "Referees Report" (with the candidate's name underneath) by courier service directly to the Registrar.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.