About the Role
Federal University Lafia is a rapidly growing institution dedicated to academic excellence, innovative research, and national development. We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Lecturer I in Statistics to join our vibrant Department of Statistics. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the minds of the next generation of data professionals, researchers, and statisticians while contributing to the university's expanding academic footprint in Nasarawa State, Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver engaging undergraduate and postgraduate lectures in Statistics and related courses.
- Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student research projects, dissertations, and theses.
- Conduct high-quality, impactful academic research and publish findings in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
- Participate in curriculum development, departmental meetings, and university committee assignments.
- Provide academic advising, mentoring, and career guidance to students.
- Contribute to community engagement initiatives and institutional advancement programs.
- Ph.D. degree in Statistics or a directly relevant field from a recognized institution, plus at least three (3) years of university teaching experience and two (2) journal publications.
- Alternatively, a Ph.D. with relevant professional registration and two (2) published journal articles.
- Alternatively, a Master's degree with a minimum of six (6) years of teaching experience and five (5) journal articles, of which at least three (3) must be published.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills suited for higher education.
- Demonstrated commitment to academic integrity and continuous professional development.
- Competitive salary structure aligned with federal public university standards in Nigeria.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development, academic conferences, and research grants.
- Access to campus facilities, a robust academic environment, and a supportive institutional community.
- Pension scheme and other statutory benefits as applicable in the Nigerian federal public service.