The University of Lagos (UNILAG), one of Nigeria’s most prestigious institutions of higher learning, has officially announced an internal and external advertisement calling for applications into various academic positions across multiple faculties and departments for the 2025/2026 academic session.
This development is a golden opportunity for aspiring academics and seasoned scholars to join one of Africa’s leading universities known for its strong academic culture, vibrant research environment, and long history of producing world-class graduates.
📌 Why This Call for Applications Is Important
Universities thrive on quality teaching, innovative research, and impactful community service. By opening these positions, UNILAG is strengthening its academic staff base, ensuring that students receive the best guidance while expanding its research capabilities in areas ranging from sciences and technology to arts, medicine, law, engineering, and social sciences.
For lecturers already in academia, this is a chance to advance their careers in a prestigious institution. For PhD holders and researchers in diaspora or within Nigeria, it is an invitation to return home and contribute to nation-building.
📚 Available Positions
Qualified candidates are invited to apply for the following categories:
- Senior Lecturer
- Lecturer I
- Lecturer II
- Assistant Lecturer
These positions cut across several faculties and departments.
🏛️ Faculties & Departments with Vacancies
The advertisement covers almost every faculty at UNILAG. Some highlights include:
1. Faculty of Architecture
- Architecture
- Interior Architecture & Design
- Landscape Architecture & Design
2. Faculty of Arts
- European Languages (German)
- Religious Studies (Christian & Islamic Studies)
3. Basic Medical & Clinical Sciences
- Anatomic & Molecular Pathology
- Medical Microbiology & Parasitology
- Clinical Pathology
- Haematology & Blood Transfusion
- Pharmacology, Physiology
- Anæsthesia, Medicine, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Surgery, Psychiatry, Community Health, Ophthalmology, Radiology
4. Faculty of Computing & Informatics
- Computer Science
- Artificial Intelligence Systems
- Cybersecurity & Software Engineering
5. Creative Arts
- Music & Sound Production
- Fine & Applied Arts
- Theatre Arts & Film Studies
6. Faculty of Education
- Arts Education
- Educational Foundations
- Social Science Education
- Human Kinetics & Health Education
- Science & Technology Education
7. Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil & Environmental Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Petroleum & Gas Engineering
- Systems Engineering
8. Environmental Sciences
- Estate Management
- Quantity Surveying
9. Faculty of Health Professions
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Nursing
- Physiotherapy
- Radiography
10. Law
- Jurisprudence & International Law
11. Life & Physical Sciences
- Biochemistry, Botany, Cell Biology & Genetics
- Microbiology, Marine Science
- Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Geosciences (Geology & Geophysics)
12. Management & Social Sciences
- Accounting
- Actuarial Science & Insurance
- Economics, Geography, Social Work
- Entrepreneurship, Library & Information Science
- African & Diaspora Studies, Distance Learning Institute
13. Pharmacy
- Clinical Pharmacy & Biopharmacy
- Pharmacognosy
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Pharmaceutics & Pharmaceutical Technology
- Pharmaceutical Microbiology & Biotechnology
👉 In short, UNILAG’s recruitment drive covers virtually every discipline, making this one of the largest academic recruitment opportunities in recent years.
🎓 Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
Interested applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Senior Lecturer: Minimum of 6 years teaching/research experience, PhD in relevant field, plus evidence of academic publications.
- Lecturer I: At least 3 years teaching/research experience, PhD in relevant field.
- Lecturer II: PhD (or near completion) in the relevant discipline.
- Assistant Lecturer: At least a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline, with evidence of progress towards a PhD.
Additionally, all applicants must:
- Have at least 5 O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics.
- Demonstrate ICT literacy and ability to use modern teaching technologies.
- Provide three referees’ reports (submitted directly through the portal).
💻 How to Apply
Applications are strictly online. Interested candidates should:
- Visit the UNILAG Career Portal: career.unilag.edu.ng
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload relevant documents, including CV, certificates, and academic records.
- Ensure referees send in their confidential recommendations via the portal.
⏳ Deadline for Submission
Applications must be submitted within 42 days from the date of publication, i.e., no later than 8th October 2025.
Late applications will not be considered, so interested candidates are strongly advised to apply early.
🌍 Why Join UNILAG?
The University of Lagos is not just a workplace – it’s a community of intellectuals and innovators. Here are a few reasons why many academics dream of joining UNILAG:
- 🏅 Reputation: One of the top universities in Nigeria and Africa.
- 📖 Research Opportunities: Access to international collaborations, grants, and academic partnerships.
- 👩🏫 Academic Growth: Opportunities for career advancement, promotions, and sabbatical exchange.
- 🌆 Location Advantage: Situated in Lagos – Nigeria’s commercial hub, offering endless opportunities for networking and exposure.
- 🌍 Global Recognition: A degree or academic position at UNILAG carries significant international prestige.
✅ Final Words
This internal and external academic advertisement by UNILAG is not just another recruitment drive; it is a career-defining opportunity for scholars who are passionate about teaching, research, and impacting lives. Whether you are an early-career academic or an experienced professor looking for a new challenge, this is your chance to contribute to one of Africa’s finest citadels of learning.
If you meet the requirements, don’t delay—start your application today and secure a place in the University of Lagos academic community.
🔗 Apply via: career.unilag.edu.ng
