The University of Lagos is calling for applications for the Prof. Ayo Ogunye Professorial Chair in Chemical Engineering. Qualified professors with extensive research and teaching experience are invited to lead, innovate, and advance Chemical Engineering education and research. Deadline by December 7, 2025.
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The University of Lagos invites qualified candidates to apply for the Prof. Ayo Ogunye Professorial Chair in Chemical Engineering. This prestigious appointment provides an exceptional opportunity for academics to lead, teach, and conduct pioneering research in the Department of Chemical Engineering.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will be expected to:- Teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Chemical Engineering.
- Conduct research in specialized areas of Chemical Engineering.
- Organize research seminars to stimulate innovation and promote knowledge sharing.
- Deliver an Annual Special Lecture and a Terminal Public Lecture highlighting accomplishments during the tenure.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:- Hold a first degree and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering.
- Have extensive teaching and research experience at a university or equivalent institution.
- Be a full Professor for at least 10 years and meet UNILAG’s criteria for Professorship.
- Demonstrate ongoing research activity and scholarly publications in reputable national and international journals.
- Have the ability to supervise Masters and Doctoral students.
- Show academic leadership, administrative experience, and strong IT skills.
- Be of proven integrity and not older than 67 years at the time of appointment.
Remuneration & Benefits
The chair offers an enhanced salary package (CONUASS 7 plus 20% mark-up) and additional benefits, including:- Transport with driver
- Research allowance
- Journal allowance
- Learned society subscription allowance
- Local transport and travel allowance
- Books and periodicals allowance
- Housing allowance
- Conferences and lectures allowance
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Tenure
The appointment is for three (3) years, governed by the University of Lagos regulations for senior staff.Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:- Three (3) bound copies of publications
- Ten (10) copies of a detailed application and CV, which must include:
- Name in full
- Place and date of birth
- Home address and postal address
- Email address and telephone number
- Nationality
- Marital status
- Number and ages of children
- Secondary and post-secondary education (including dates and institutions)
- Academic and professional qualifications (including full details of former and present posts)
- Detailed list of publications
- Other activities outside current employment
- Names and addresses of three referees
- Proposed date of availability for duties if appointed
Candidates must also submit their applications online at career.unilag.edu.ng and attach the acknowledgement printout to the written application.
Submission Deadline: All applications and supporting materials must reach the Deputy Registrar, Human Resources Management Directorate, University of Lagos by Sunday, December 7, 2025.
For Further Inquiries:
- Office of Advancement: advancement@unilag.edu.ng
- Deputy Registrar, HRM Directorate: career.unilag.edu.ng