About the Role
Federal University Lafia is seeking a dedicated and qualified individual to join our esteemed academic community as an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Library and Information Science. Established in 2011, our institution is committed to expanding access to quality university education and fostering impactful research in Nigeria. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering engaging undergraduate instruction, mentoring students, and contributing to the dynamic growth of our library and information science programmes.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver engaging lectures, seminars, and practical sessions for undergraduate students in Library and Information Science.
- Develop and update course materials, syllabi, and curriculum content in alignment with university standards.
- Supervise undergraduate student projects, dissertations, and academic research activities.
- Conduct high-quality academic research and publish findings in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
- Participate in departmental, faculty, and university committee meetings as well as academic administrative duties.
- Engage in community service and institutional advancement initiatives related to information science.
- Possess a good second-class honours Bachelor's degree in Library and Information Science or a closely related field from a recognized institution.
- Must hold a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from a recognized university.
- Demonstrated potential for academic research and scholarly publications.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and student-mentoring skills.
- Membership in relevant professional library and information science associations is an added advantage.
- Competitive salary structure in line with federal university emoluments in Nigeria.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and conference attendance.
- Access to research grants and academic resources.
- Conducive working environment within a growing federal university campus.