12/10/2026
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for academic and non-teaching positions as part of the 2026 staff recruitment exercise. The University is seeking qualified professionals to contribute to its teaching, research and administrative activities across various faculties and units.
As part of the recruitment exercise, three academic positions are available in the Department of Physics and Engineering Physics: Graduate Assistant, Assistant Lecturer and Lecturer II.
Requirements and description:
Applicants must possess a good honours Bachelor's degree, with at least Second-Class Upper Division (or equivalent), in the relevant discipline. Candidates must also demonstrate academic potential and an interest in research.
Salary range: ₦2,327,557 – ₦2,594,922 (CONUASS 01)
Requirements and description:
Applicants must possess a good honours Bachelor's degree and a relevant Master's degree from a recognised university, with a PhD in progress. Evidence of teaching and research potential is required, along with relevant professional registration where applicable.
Salary range: ₦2,599,713 – ₦3,040,268 (CONUASS 02)
Requirements and description:
Applicants must possess a relevant PhD from a recognised university, with evidence of teaching, research and scholarly potential. Professional registration is also required where applicable.
Salary range: ₦2,887,448 – ₦3,366,138 (CONUASS 03)
In addition to the academic positions listed above, Obafemi Awolowo University is recruiting for several other positions across its faculties and administrative units.
The non-teaching and technical positions include Lab Supervisor, Workshop Supervisor, Technologist II, Higher Technical Officer, Senior Craftsman and Senior Technical Officer II, among others.
Interested applicants can find the complete list of vacancies, including their respective qualifications, salary structures and application details, on the official OAU recruitment portal.
Applications are to be submitted online through the University's official recruitment portal. Candidates are required to select their preferred position, review the eligibility requirements and complete the application process with the necessary supporting documents.
The recruitment advertisement was published on 10 October 2026, and the application period runs for six weeks from that date. Accordingly, applications are expected to close on Saturday, 21 November 2026.