About the Role
The University of Benin invites applications from suitably qualified, dynamic, and passionate academics for the position of Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Physiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences. As a Federal University committed to world-class standards in teaching, research, and community service, we offer a vibrant intellectual environment where your academic career can thrive.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver engaging undergraduate lectures, tutorials, and practical laboratory sessions in Physiology.
- Assist in the development, review, and updating of departmental curricula and course materials.
- Supervise undergraduate student projects, research activities, and academic counseling sessions.
- Participate actively in departmental, faculty, and university-wide committees and administrative duties.
- Engage in continuous scholarly research, publications in peer-reviewed journals, and grant writing.
- Possession of a First Degree with a minimum of a Second-Class Upper Division, or a Second-Class Lower Division alongside a completed PhD.
- A Master's degree in Physiology or a closely related field, with a PhD currently in progress.
- Demonstrated evidence of teaching competence and high research potential.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills tailored for academic environments.
- Competitive salary structure aligned with federal public university standards in Nigeria.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development, academic conferences, and research grants.
- Access to institutional research facilities and a collaborative, intellectually stimulating community.
- Pension scheme and other statutory benefits as applicable to federal university employees in Nigeria.