The University of Maiduguri has officially announced new job openings across academic, technical, and non-academic departments. In a notice released by the Office of the Registrar, the university invited applications from qualified individuals interested in joining the institution. The vacancies are spread across various faculties and departments, offering career opportunities in one of Nigeria’s largest federal universities.
According to the official advertisement, interested applicants can apply for available roles in the following areas:
I. College Of Medical Sciences
II. Faculty Of Agriculture
III. Faculty Of Arts
IV. Faculty Of Education
V. Faculty Of Engineering
VI. Faculty Of Environmental Studies
VII. Faculty Of Management Sciences
VIII. Faculty Of Pharmacy
IX. Faculty Of Physical Sciences
X. Faculty Of Life Sciences
XI. Faculty Of Law
XII. Faculty Of Social Sciences
XIII. Faculty Of Veterinary Medicine
XIV. Division General Studies
XV. University Medical Centre
XVI. Registry Department
XVII. Bursary Department
XVIII. Works, Physical Planning And Development Department
XIX. Centre For Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development
In the statement signed by the Registrar, Ahmad A. Lawan, it was noted that “suitably qualified candidates” are encouraged to apply for roles that match their expertise. The roles cover entry-level to senior positions in both teaching and non-teaching categories.
Qualifications for Academic Staff
I. Graduate Assistant: Candidates must hold a first degree in a relevant field from the University of Maiduguri or any other recognized institution, with at least a Second-Class Upper Division. An NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate is also required.
II. Assistant Lecturer: Applicants must have a master’s degree from a recognized institution, or a first degree with Second-Class Upper Division plus professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, BL, MBBS/BDS, DVM/BVM, B.Pharm, or NSE/COREN, depending on the field. Candidates must also exhibit good conduct in line with the university’s code.
III. Lecturer II: This role requires a master’s degree from a recognized institution, a minimum of three years post-qualification experience, and a relevant professional certificate. Good conduct in line with the university’s expectations is also required.
IV. Lecturer I: A master’s degree holder must have served as Lecturer II for at least three years and possess four years of teaching experience along with a minimum of 16 research publication points. Alternatively, a recognized higher postgraduate fellowship or passing Part 1 of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria is acceptable.
V. Senior Lecturer: Candidates must hold a PhD or its equivalent and have served as Lecturer I for three years. A minimum of five years of teaching and postgraduate supervision experience is expected. Applicants should have at least 32 publication points, including 12 since their last promotion.
Qualifications for Non-Teaching Staff
- Nurse (General Nursing Officer): Requires a B.NSc., registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), and an NYSC certificate.
- Medical Laboratory Technologist: HND or B.Tech in a relevant field, a current license, and an NYSC certificate.
- Registrar (Medical Officer): Applicants must have an MBBS and be registrable with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN), plus NYSC certification.
- Principal Information Officer: This post requires a BA or BSc in related fields such as Journalism, Mass Communication, or Linguistics. A minimum of nine years of experience and membership in a professional body is required.
- Accountant I: Requires a BSc in Accounting with at least six years of experience.
- Accountant II: BSc in Accounting with a minimum of three years of work experience and an NYSC certificate.
- Engineer I: A B.Eng. degree with three years of cognate experience and registration with COREN is needed.
- Engineer II: A B.Eng. degree, NYSC certificate, and registrability with COREN are required.
- Confidential Secretary: An HND in Secretarial Studies with six years of experience, and skills in ICT, spreadsheets, and presentations.
- Instructor: A BA/HND in a relevant field with NYSC certification.
- Programme Analyst II: BSc or HND in Computer Science or Informatics, two years of programming experience, and registrability with a professional body.
- Education Officer: A Bachelor’s Degree in Education and an NYSC certificate.
- Clinical Instructor (Faculty of Law): Must have LLB and BL, and five years of related experience.
These positions align with the university’s effort to maintain high academic and administrative standards while expanding its workforce.
The recruitment is a significant development, especially for young professionals and recent graduates looking for opportunities in the education sector.
How to apply:
Applications must include a detailed curriculum vitae and follow a specified format. The CV must contain the following:
I. Full Name
II. Date of Birth
III. Place of Birth
IV. State and Local Government of Origin
V. Nationality
VI. Permanent Home Address
VII. Current Postal/Contact Address
VIII. Phone Number
IX. E-mail
X. Marital Status
XI. Institution(s) Attended (with dates)
XII. Academic and Professional Qualifications (with dates)
XIII. Honours, Distinctions and Membership of Professional Bodies
XIV. Working Experience
XV. Present Employment Status
XVI. Salary and Employer
XVII. Extra-Curricular Activities
XVIII. Names and Addresses of three (3) Referees
The university emphasized that applications must be specific to the posts and departments or centres the applicant is interested in. This structure helps streamline the selection process and ensures only the most relevant candidates are shortlisted.
“All applications should reach the Registrar, University of Maiduguri, not later than 11th August, 2025,” the notice states. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further steps.
The Registrar, Ahmad A. Lawan, concluded the announcement with an emphasis on the importance of discipline and professionalism, stating, “The University of Maiduguri is committed to upholding the values of academic excellence, integrity, and public service. We look forward to receiving applications from dedicated individuals who are ready to contribute to our vision.”