The University of Benin (UNIBEN) is a government owned tertiary institution, established on the 23rd of November, 1970, by the then Colonel Samuel Osaigbovo Ogbemudia-led military administration of Midwest State. The University was established, first as Midwest Institute of Technology. After attaining the status of a full-fledged university in line with requirements of the National Universities Commission on the 1st of July, 1971, the name was changed to the University of Benin. The Institution became a federal government owned University on the 1st of April, 1975. Colleges& Universities
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:
Job Title: Senior Lecturer ( Agricultural Extension & Rural Development)
Location: Benin City, Edo
Faculty: Agriculture
Requirements
PhD and a First Degree not below Second-Class Lower Division plus five (5) years of teaching experience with a minimum of 8 peer-reviewed publications.
Computer literacy is required.
Application Closing Date8th October, 2026.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:Click Apply Now button to apply
Application Details
Candidates should submit soft copies of their Application letter with detailed Curriculum Vitae and passport photograph via the link above.
Applicant's CV should be presented in the following order:
Full Names (underline Surname)
Post Applied For
Date and Place of Birth
Marital Status
Gender
Permanent Home Address
Contact Address
Mobile Phone Number(s)
Email Address
Google Scholar ID
Orcid ID
Nationality
State of Origin
Local Government of Origin
Number and Age(s) of Child / Children
Institutions Attended (with dates)
Academic Qualifications (with dates)
Professional Qualifications (with dates and awarding bodies)
Details of Work Experience and Positions Held (with dates)
Full Details of Teaching and Research Experience, including PhD Supervised and Graduated
List of Publications (in chronological order)
Research in Progress
Membership of Professional Bodies
Community Service Rendered
Extracurricular Activities
Names and Addresses of Three Referees.
Referees Report:Referees must send their reports (not later than one week after close of application) directly to the Registrar under confidential seal with Subject Heading Bearing the Name of the Applicant and Post Applied For. At least one Referee must be from the applicant’s most recent/current place of employment.
NoteOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to come along with originals of their credentials and supporting documents which include:Academic / Professional Certificates.
NYSC Certificate.
Birth Certificate or Age declaration.
State / Local Government of Origin.
How To Apply
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Click the Apply Now button above.
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Your default email application or the application link will open.
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Attach your Application letter, updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and any supporting documents required.
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Use a professional subject line such as Application for "Indicate Positions"
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Make sure to send your application before the closing date.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates are contacted.
