Fountain University Osogbo Job Recruitment: Are you looking to advance your academic or professional career in a dynamic and values-driven institution? Fountain University, Osogbo, is inviting applications from qualified candidates for various academic and non-teaching positions.
With a strong commitment to excellence in education, character building, and service to humanity, this is an opportunity to be part of a university that is making significant strides in higher education.
Internal & External Advertisement of Staff Vacancies
Fountain University, a private institution licensed in May 2007 by the Federal Government of Nigeria, began its academic journey in January 2008.
The university’s vision is to be a pace-setting institution known for its focus on learning, character building, and service to humanity.
Driven by Islamic ethics and culture, the university aims to produce competent and resourceful graduates with high moral standards.
Fountain University Osogbo Job Recruitment Available
The university is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following academic positions across its colleges:
1. College of Basic Medical & Health Sciences
- Department of Nursing Sciences
- Reader
- Senior Lecturer
- Lecturer I
- Clinical Instructor
- Department of Medical Laboratory Science
- Reader
- Senior Lecturer
2. College of Management & Social Sciences
- Department of Public Administration
- Senior Lecturer
- Lecturer I
- Lecturer II
- Assistant Lecturer
Basic Requirements for Fountain University Osogbo Job Recruitment
Reader (FUASS 6)
- A Ph.D. in a relevant discipline with at least 10 years of post-qualification experience in teaching and research within a university system.
- Evidence of significant scholarship and a track record of outstanding research with at least 20 publications in local and international peer-reviewed journals.
- Must have held the position of Senior Lecturer for a minimum of three years and be a member of relevant professional bodies.
- Proficiency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is required.
Senior Lecturer (FUASS 5)
- A Ph.D. in a relevant discipline with a minimum of seven years of post-qualification experience in teaching and research in a university.
- Demonstrable evidence of research with at least 15 publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience as a Lecturer I for at least three years, and membership in relevant professional bodies.
- Proficiency in ICT is essential.
Lecturer I (FUASS 4)
- A Ph.D. in a relevant field with at least five years of post-qualification experience in academia.
- A minimum of five publications in reputable journals.
- Must have held the position of Lecturer II for at least three years and be a member of relevant professional bodies.
- Proficiency in ICT is mandatory.
Lecturer II (FUASS 3)
- A Ph.D. or a minimum of two years as an Assistant Lecturer.
- At least two publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Membership in relevant professional bodies.
- ICT proficiency is required.
Assistant Lecturer (FUASS 2)
- A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline. Registration for a Ph.D. program will be an added advantage.
- Proficiency in ICT is required.
Clinical Instructor (FUNTISS 7)
- A Bachelor of Nursing Science Degree (BN.Sc.) and membership in the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
- A valid Annual Practicing License is preferred.
- Proficiency in ICT, especially as it applies to Nursing Science, is essential.
Salary and Conditions of Service
Fountain University offers competitive salaries and attractive conditions of service that are comparable to those in other universities.
This is an opportunity to join an institution that values its staff and is committed to their professional growth and development.
Application Process for Fountain University Osogbo Job Recruitment
Interested candidates should submit an electronic copy of their application letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) (signed and dated), and other supporting documents in a single PDF format to vacancy@fuo.edu.ng.
The CV should include the following information:
- Name in full (Surname first in Capital)
- Position Desired
- Place and Date of Birth
- State of Origin and Nationality
- Marital Status, Number and Ages of Children
- Current Postal and Contact Address
- Phone number(s) and E-mail address
- Permanent Residential Address
- Institutions Attended (with dates)
- Educational Qualifications (with dates)
- Professional Qualifications (with dates)
- Publications (where applicable)
- Membership of Professional Bodies
- Distinctions and Awards (with dates)
- Statement of Work Experience, including full details of former and present positions
- Present Employment Status, Salary, and Employer
- Extra-Curricular Activities
- Name and Address of Next of Kin
- Names and Addresses of 3 Referees (one of whom must be in the candidate’s field of study)
Applicants should request their referees to send their reports directly to the Registrar via registrar@fuo.edu.ng or fuoregistrar@gmail.com.
The deadline for submission of applications and referees’ reports is Friday, 22 March 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.