About the Role
Federal University Lafia is a dynamic and rapidly expanding federal tertiary institution established in 2011 to provide high-quality education and research opportunities in Nigeria. Located in Nasarawa State, the university boasts a modern College of Medicine dedicated to producing competent medical professionals. We are currently seeking a dedicated and academically driven Lecturer II to join our Department of Histopathology and Forensic, contributing to our mission of academic excellence and impactful medical research.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver engaging lectures, practical sessions, and tutorials to undergraduate and postgraduate medical students in Histopathology and Forensic.
- Design, update, and implement comprehensive course curriculum and assessment materials.
- Supervise undergraduate research projects, laboratory practicals, and clinical attachments.
- Conduct high-impact research in the fields of histopathology and forensic medicine, publishing findings in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
- Provide academic advising, mentoring, and career guidance to students.
- Participate in departmental, faculty, and university-wide committee meetings and administrative duties as assigned.
- Contribute to community development initiatives and medical outreach programs organized by the university.
- Possession of a Ph.D. degree in Histopathology, Forensic Medicine, or a directly relevant field from a recognized and accredited institution.
- Alternatively, a Master's degree in a relevant field with a minimum of two (2) peer-reviewed journal publications.
- At least three (3) years of post-qualification teaching and research experience at the university level.
- Demonstrated ability to produce scholarly publications and contribute to academic advancement.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Competitive salary structure in line with federal government tertiary institution packages.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development, academic conferences, and research grants.
- Access to modern medical laboratories, teaching facilities, and a vibrant academic community.
- Pension scheme and other statutory staff welfare benefits.