About the Role
Owolabi University, a newly established and dynamic private institution licensed by the National Universities Commission (NUC), is seeking an accomplished and visionary Professor of Nursing Science to join our prestigious Faculty of Allied and Health Science. Located temporarily at our vibrant take-off site in Osogbo, Osun State, ahead of our permanent transition to Oke-Ila Orangun, our university is dedicated to widening access to world-class higher education and shaping globally competitive graduates. We pride ourselves on fostering a rigorous academic environment supported by exceptional leadership.
Key Responsibilities- Provide strong academic and administrative leadership within the Department of Nursing Science, shaping curriculum development and departmental strategy.
- Conduct high-impact research, publish extensively in reputable peer-reviewed journals, and actively secure competitive research grants and fellowships.
- Teach undergraduate and postgraduate nursing courses, ensuring the delivery of contemporary, evidence-based curricula.
- Successfully supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student research projects and theses.
- Mentor junior faculty members and foster a culture of academic rigor, professional integrity, and collaborative scholarship.
- Participate actively in faculty meetings, university committees, and community engagement initiatives that elevate the institution's profile.
- Possession of a Ph.D. degree in Nursing Science or a closely related discipline from a reputable and accredited university.
- Demonstrated evidence of outstanding academic leadership with a minimum of 25 scholarly publications in reputable local and international journals.
- At least 12 years of post-qualification full-time teaching, research, and administrative experience in a tertiary institution.
- Proven track record of successfully supervising postgraduate students to completion.
- Demonstrated ability to attract research grants, fellowships, and external funding.
- Valid professional qualifications and current licensure with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) or equivalent recognized bodies.
- Competitive and attractive remuneration package, ranked among the best in the Nigerian higher education system.
- A supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment designed for career advancement.
- Opportunities to contribute directly to the foundational growth and strategic vision of a prestigious new university.