The Federal University Otuoke (FUO) is one of the Federal Universities established by the Federal Government of Nigeria in February 2011 in cognisance of the need to bridge the great divide between the educationally advantaged and disadvantaged sections of the country, especially areas where universities were lacking. At FUO, we are proud of our conducive classrooms, well-equipped Science and Language laboratories, robust e-library facilities, and quality ICT center, driven by our highly disciplined and dedicated staff to enable teaching, learning, research, and community service to blossom. We host multiple seminars, retreats, and conferences in our peaceful and vibrant academic environment.
The Governing Council of the Federal University Otuoke is inviting applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates for appointment to the vacant position below:
Job Title: Professor (Climate Change)
Location: Otuoke, Bayelsa
Faculty: Environmental Sciences
Requirements
Candidates must possess good B.Sc., M.Sc. and Ph.D. Degrees or equivalent, from a recognised University.
The minimum number of years for teaching and research experience in an approved tertiary institution, a good record of scholarly publications in reputable journals demonstrable ability to initiate, develop and supervise research projects; and other requirements are as applicable in the Federal University Otuoke, Rules & Regulation Governing Conditions of Service of Senior Staff 2023**.
Relativity at entry shall apply in determining duration of experience. Candidates must provide evidence of professional registration and practice license.
Salary Grade
(CONUASS 6).
Application Closing Date
20th October, 2026, by 3:00 P.M.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates must submit 10 (Ten) copies of their application accompanied with detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of each certificate claimed giving the following details in strict order:
Full Name with surname first
Post Desired
Date and Place of Birth
Permanent Home Address
Contact Address
Phone No. and E-mail Address
Sex
Local Government and State of Origin
Age
Nationality
Marital Status
Number and ages of Children (if any)
Educational Institutions attended with dates
Academic and Professional qualifications obtained with dates
Working experience
List of Publications (if any), with relevant details
Evidence of Community Services
Present Employer
Status and salary
Extra-Curricular activities
Addresses of three (3) referees.
All applications together with Referee reports and NYSC certificate or exemption are to be submitted under confidential cover marked "Post Desired" e.g "Professor", to:
The Registrar,
Federal University Otuoke,
Bayelsa State, Nigeria.
Email: [Email hidden - Login to reveal]
**Click here to view the Federal University Otuoke, Rules & Regulation Governing Conditions of Service of Senior Staff 2023 (PDF)
Note: Application not received by 3:00 p.m on the last day will not be accepted.
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Note: Only shortlisted candidates are contacted.
