About the Role
Nile University of Nigeria, a leading private multidisciplinary institution based in Abuja and a proud member of Honoris United Universities, is seeking an accomplished Professor of Software Engineering to join its Faculty of Computing Studies. This is an outstanding opportunity for a distinguished academic to contribute to cutting-edge research, high-quality teaching, and the continued growth of one of Nigeria's most dynamic universities.
About Nile University of NigeriaFounded in 2009, Nile University offers over 40 undergraduate and 50 postgraduate programmes across eight world-class faculties, including Health Sciences, Law, Science, Computing Studies, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Management Sciences, and Arts & Social Sciences. As a member of Honoris United Universities since 2020, the institution is committed to delivering globally competitive education and research across Africa.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare and deliver engaging lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars in Software Engineering.
- Develop innovative curricula and course materials adaptable across multiple learning platforms.
- Collaborate with fellow academics to enhance teaching methodologies and expand the department's knowledge base.
- Set, administer, and grade assignments, tests, and examinations.
- Conduct high-impact research, publish papers, proposals, journal articles, and books.
- Attend and actively participate in academic meetings, conferences, and events locally and internationally.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and institutional training initiatives.
- Provide mentorship and academic support to students and colleagues.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends and developments in the field through continuous research and publication.
- Must hold the rank of Reader with a Ph.D. in Software Engineering or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 12 years' verifiable experience in university-level teaching, research, and administration.
- Demonstrated record of substantial publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals.
- Proven experience supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Strong time management, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
- Capacity to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines consistently.
- Active affiliation with a recognized professional body.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications and virtual collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams.
- Opportunity to lead academic and research initiatives at a prestigious, internationally affiliated university.
- Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary academic environment.
- Support for research funding, publication, and professional development.
- Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and academic rank.
- Platform to mentor and shape the next generation of software engineering professionals in Nigeria and beyond.