Massive Job Recruitment at the University of Benin: Apply for Academic and Non-Academic Positions (2025)
Are you a passionate educator, seasoned professional, or skilled technician looking for a meaningful career opportunity in a reputable Nigerian university? The University of Benin (UNIBEN), located in the heart of Benin City, Edo State, is officially inviting applications from qualified individuals to fill various academic and non-academic staff positions across multiple faculties and departments.
Whether you’re a fresh graduate, an experienced lecturer, or a skilled professional seeking a new challenge, there just might be a space for you at UNIBEN.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ACADEMIC POSITIONS
- PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Ph.D (in the relevant field) with substantial teaching experience, research and publications. - SENIOR LECTURER POSITION
A Ph.D plus five (5) years of teaching experience with a minimum of 8 peer-reviewed publications. - LECTURER I & II
Ph.D or Master degree plus three (3) years teaching experience with a minimum of 3 peer-reviewed Publications. - ASSISTANT LECTURER
A Master degree plus PhD in progress, and must show evidence of teaching and research potential or experience.
GRADUATE ASSISTANT
A first degree not below Second Class (Upper Division), subject to the applicant showing adequate aptitude for teaching and/or research. First-class degree holders are encouraged to apply.
2.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS
SENIOR NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS
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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (CONTISS 07)
Qualifications:
A good honours degree not below Second Class (Lower Division) from a recognized University
Must be computer literate. -
CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY II (CONTISS 06)
Qualifications:
GCE G.C.E. O level, WASC, NECO, and NABTEB with five (5) credits which must include a credit English language in not more than 2 sittings.
50/100 wpm in typewriting and shorthand;
NCE/National Diploma in Secretarial Studies/Administration/, Office Technology Management with at least 2 years of relevant working experience.
Proficiency in relevant computer application package is required. - CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY I (CONTISS 07)
Qualifications:
GCE O level, WASC, NECO or NABTEB with credits in English language in not more than 2 sittings.
50/120 wpm in typewriting and shorthand;
Higher National Diploma in Secretarial Studies/Administration, Office Technology Management or its equivalent with at least 3 years relevant working experience
NCE in Secretarial Studies, Administration, Office Technology Management with at least 5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in relevant computer applications
Proficiency in relevant computer application package is required. - PHARMACY (CONHESS 09)Qualifications:
University First Degree in Pharmacy (B Pharm or Pharm D), registerable with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN)
One year post-registration experience - MEDICAL OFFICER (CONMESS 02)Qualifications:
– MBBS, BDS, or equivalent degree, duly registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN)
– Current Practicing License - NURSING OFFICER I (CONHESS O8)Qualifications:
Degree in Nursing/Nursing Science (BNSC) plus registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
Registered Nurse/Midwife (RN/RM) with any other OND in Nursing (e.g., Accident and Emergency Nursing, Theatre Nursing)
– Current Practicing License
with 3 years of post-registration experience - MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST (CONHESS/CONTISS 09)Qualifications:
– First Degree in Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS)
– Registered and licensed with the Medical Laboratory Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)
– Current Practicing License2.2 JUNIOR STAFF POSITIONS - SENIOR DRIVER (CONTISS 03)
Qualifications:
– 5 credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in WAEC, NECO, GCE, SSCE in not more than 2 sittings, NABTEB, Trade Test class 11
Valid Class E Driver’s License
4 years of working experience
ii. CLERICAL OFFICER (CONTISS 03)
Qualifications:
– 5 credits in WAEC, GCE, NECO, SSCE, NAPTEP, including English Language in not more than 2 sittings
iii. COMPUTER OPERATOR III (CONTISS 04)
Qualifications:
– 5 credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in WAEC, NECO, GCE, SSCE, NABTEB in not more than 2 sittings.
– Computer Operator Training Course Certificate from a recognized institution
– Proficiency in relevant computer application packages
iv. OFFICE ASSISTANT II (CONTISS 04)
Qualifications:
At least 3 credits in WAEC, NECO, SSCE, NAPTEP results
v. LABORATORY ASSISTANT (CONTISS 03)
Qualifications:
– National Certificate in Laboratory Assistance
– At least 4 years of working experience
Available Positions: ACADEMIC POSITIONS
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FACULTY:- AGRICULTURE
AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I
AGRICULTURAL EXTENTION AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I
ANIMAL SCIENCE
LECTURER I
CROP SCIENCE
LECTURER I
AQUACULTURE AND FISHERIES MANAGEMENT
LECTURER I
FOOD SCIENCES AND HUMAN NUTRITION
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
FORESTRY RESOURCES & WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
LECTURER I
SOIL AND LAND RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
FACULTY:-ARTS
ENGLISH & LITERATURE
LECTURER I , LECTURER II
FRENCH (FOREIGN LANGUAGES)
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
HISTORY AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
LINGUISTICS AND AFRICAN LANGUAGES
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
PHILOSOPHY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
RELIGIONS
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
THEATRE ARTS
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
FACULTY: COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA STUDIES
ADVERTISING
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
BROADCASTING
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
FILM AND MULTIMEDIA
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
PUBLIC RELATIONS
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
FACULTY: COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
DEPT. OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
LECTURER I, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
DEPT. OF CYBER SECURITY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER GRADUATE ASSISTANT
DEPT. OF SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
LECTURER I, ASSISTANT LECTURER, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
DEPT. OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
LECTURER I, ASSISTANT LECTURER, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
DEPT. OF DATA SCIENCE
LECTURER I, ASSISTANT LECTURER, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
FACULTY:-EDUCATION
ADULT & NON-FORMAL EDUCATION
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II,
EDUCATION EVALUATION & COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II ASSISTANT LECTURER
EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
HEALTH SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
HUMAN KINETICS AND SPORTS SCIENCE
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
FACULTY:-ENGINEERING
AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
CIVIL ENGINEERING
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
COMPUTER ENGINEERING
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
METALLURGICAL AND MATERIAL ENGINEERING
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
MARINE ENGINEERING
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
PETROLEUM ENGINEERING
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
PRODUCTION ENGINEERING
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
FACULTY:-ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
ARCHITECTURE
PROFESSOR, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
BUILDING
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
ESTATE MANAGEMENT
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
FINE AND APPLIED ARTS
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
SURVEY/GEOINFORMATICS
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
QUANTITY SURVEYING
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
URBAN & REGIONAL PLANNING
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
FACULTY:-LAW
BUSINESS LAW
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
JURISPRUDENCE AND INTERNATIONAL LAW
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
PRIVATE AND PROPERTY LAW
LECTURER I, ASSISTANT LECTURER
PUBLIC LAW
LECTURER I, ASSISTANT LECTURER
FACULTY:-LIFE SCIENCES
ANIMAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
BIOCHEMISTRY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
MICROBIOLOGY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
PLANT BIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
FACULTY:-MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
ACCOUNTING
LECTURER I
ACTUARIAL SCIENCE AND INSURANCE
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
BANKING AND FINANCE
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND PERSONNEL MGT.
LECTURER I
MARKETING
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
FACULTY:-OPTOMETRY
PRIMARY CARE AND PAEDIATRIC OPTOMETRY
LECTURER I,
LOW VISION AND VISION SCIENCE
LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
ENVIRONMENTAL AND PUBLIC HEALTH OPTOMETRY
LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
OCULAR HEALTH AND CONTACT LENS PRACTICE
ASSISTANT LECTURER,
FACULTY:-PHARMACY
CLINICAL PHARMACY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
PHARMACEUTICS & PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
PHARMACEUTICAL MICROBIOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
PHARMACOGNOSY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
FACULTY:-PHYSICAL SCIENCES
CHEMISTRY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
GEOLOGY
LECTURER I
MATHEMATICS
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
FACULTY:-SCHOOL OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
ANATOMY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
PHYSIOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
PHYSIOTHERAPY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
RADIOGRAPHY AND RADIATION SCIENCE
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
SCHOOL:-DENTISTRY
ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL PATHOLOGY AND MEDICINE
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
ORAL DIAGNOSIS & RADIOLOGY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
PERIODONTICS
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY
SENIOR LECTURER
COMMUNITY DENTAL HEALTH
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
ORTHODONTICS
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
PAEDODONTICS
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
PROSTHETICS DENTISTRY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II, ASSISTANT LECTURER
SCHOOL: MEDICINE
ANAESTHESIOLOGY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
CHILD HEALTH
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I,
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I
COMMUNITY HEALTH
SENIOR LECTURER
EAR, NOSE, THROAT, HEAD AND NECK SURGERY
LECTURER I
FAMILY MEDICINE
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I
HAEMATOLOGY
LECTURER I
MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
INTERNAL MEDICINE
LECTURER I
MENTAL HEALTH
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I
OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY
LECTURER I
OPHTHALMOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I
ORTHOPAEDICS & TRAUMATOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I
PATHOLOGY
LECTURER I
RADIOLOGY
LECTURER I
SURGERY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I
INSTITUTE OF CHILD HEALTH
INSTITUTE OF CHILD HEALTH
SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW, RESEARCH FELLOW I, RESEARCH FELLOW II
FACULTY: NURSING SCIENCES
MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING
SENIOR LECTURER
MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH NURSING
LECTURER I
PUBLIC/COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
LECTURER II
FACULTY: SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
LECTURER II
APPLIED CHEMICAL SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
GEOPHYSICAL SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
LECTURER II
NATURAL SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
LECTURER II
FACULTY:-SOCIAL SCIENCES
ECONOMICS
LECTURER II
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
SENIOR LECTURER
FACULTY:-VETERINARY MEDICINE
ANATOMY
PROFESSOR, SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
PUBLIC HEALTH AND EPIDEMOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
VETERINARY ANIMAL PRODUCTION
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
VETERINARY MEDICINE
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
VETERINARY OBSTETRICS AND REPRODUCTIVE DISEASES
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
VETERINARY PHARMACOLOGY & TOXICOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
VETERINARY MICROBIOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
VETERINARY PARASITOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER II
VETERINARY PATHOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER, LECTURER I, LECTURER II
FACULTY: VOCATIONAL & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
AGRICULTURE/FINE ARTS EDUCATION
LECTURER I , LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
BUSINESS EDUCATION
LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
HOME ECONOMICS EDUCATION
LECTURER II, GRADUATE ASSISTANT
INDUSTRIAL TECHNICAL EDUCATION
GRADUATE ASSISTANT
INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION
LECTURER I, LECTURER II
NOTE
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that computer literacy is required for all positions.
ADVERTISEMENT DURATION: 6 WEEKS FROM THE DATE OF PUBLICATION
SIGNED
Ademola A. Bobola, mnim, fcipm
Registrar and Secretary to Council
University of Benin
How to Apply
Interested candidates are expected to submit their applications online at https://unibenportal.uniben.edu, attaching the following:
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Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Photocopies of relevant certificates and credentials
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Supporting documents as required
For Academic Staff Applications, Your CV Should Include:
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Full name (surname underlined)
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Contact details (mobile number and email)
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Date/place of birth
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Marital status and number of children
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Educational qualifications with dates
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Work and teaching experience
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List of publications
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Research projects
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Referees (three, one from current employer)
For Non-Academic Applications:
The CV format is similar but emphasizes work experience, relevant certifications, and references.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I apply for more than one position?
A: Yes, as long as you meet the qualifications for each role and submit separate applications.
Q: Do I need to submit hard copies?
A: No. All applications are submitted online.
Q: Is this recruitment open to fresh graduates?
A: Yes. Graduate Assistant roles are open to qualified fresh graduates.
Q: When is the deadline?
A: Six weeks from the date the job advert was published.
