About the Role
The Federal University Dutse (FUD) invites applications from suitably qualified, dynamic, and experienced academics for the position of Associate Professor in Community Health. Located in Dutse, Jigawa State, FUD is committed to fostering academic excellence, innovative research, and impactful community service. As an Associate Professor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our burgeoning medical and health sciences programs, mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals, and contributing to cutting-edge research that addresses national and global health challenges.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver engaging lectures, seminars, and practical sessions in Community Health to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student research projects, theses, and dissertations.
- Conduct high-impact, peer-reviewed research and publish findings in reputable local and international journals.
- Participate in curriculum development, review, and continuous improvement of the Department of Community Health programs.
- Provide academic leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior faculty members and students.
- Engage in community outreach programs, health promotion initiatives, and public health advocacy.
- Serve on departmental, faculty, and university-wide committees as assigned by the university management.
- Possess a Ph.D. or its academic equivalent in Community Health or a closely related public health discipline from a recognized and accredited university.
- Must possess a minimum of a Second Class Lower Division in a relevant Bachelor's degree, in addition to requisite Postgraduate degrees.
- Demonstrate a minimum of seven (7) years of cognate teaching, research, and administrative experience in a tertiary institution.
- Must have a robust research profile comprising a minimum of fifteen (15) academic publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
- Must be the lead author in at least six (6) of the required publications.
- Membership in relevant professional bodies and medical associations will be an added advantage.
- Competitive salary structure aligned with Federal Government of Nigeria guidelines for federal universities.
- Opportunities for professional development, academic conferences, and research grants.
- A conducive, vibrant, and rapidly developing academic environment with a strong community focus.
- Pension scheme and other statutory benefits as applicable in the Nigerian federal public service.