The University of Uyo (UNIUYO) has officially announced openings for academic and non-teaching positions for the 2025 recruitment exercise. The management invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill various positions across departments and faculties. Interested applicants must meet the stated qualifications and submit complete documentation before the application deadline.
Academic Staff Positions
Professor
Applicants must possess a PhD or its equivalent in the relevant discipline from a recognised university. Available positions include Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Radiography and Radiation Science, and Dentistry.
Candidates must show evidence of sustained academic achievement, have served as Associate Professor for at least three years, and possess internationally recognised publications. Registration with a relevant professional body is mandatory where applicable.
Associate Professor
Candidates must hold a PhD or equivalent qualification in the relevant field with at least nine years of post-qualification experience. Applicants should demonstrate a strong record of scholarly publications and visibility on academic platforms such as Google Scholar or ResearchGate.
Senior Lecturer
Applicants must possess a PhD and have at least six years of teaching and research experience, including three years as Lecturer I at a recognised institution.
Lecturer I
Candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent qualification with a minimum of three years of relevant teaching experience. A minimum of two publications for PhD holders or three for Master’s degree holders is required.
Lecturer II
Applicants must possess a PhD in the relevant field or a Master’s degree for specific disciplines such as Law, Pharmacy, Nursing, Radiography, Engineering, and Medical Laboratory Science.
Assistant Lecturer
Candidates should have a Master’s degree with dissertation. For Law, applicants must possess a Second Class Upper Degree and a Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) qualification from the Nigerian Law School.
Graduate Assistant
Applicants must hold at least a Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in a relevant discipline from a recognised university.
Non-Teaching Staff Positions
Openings are also available for the following roles:
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Principal Technologist
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Principal Medical Laboratory Technologist
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Senior Technologist
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Medical Laboratory Scientist
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Laboratory Technician I
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Laboratory Assistant
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Administrative Officer I & II
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Higher Technical Officer I
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Technical Officer I
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Works Supervisor
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Assistant Data Processing Officer
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Executive Officer / Assistant Executive Officer
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Artisan / Workshop Assistant / Groundsman / Porter / Clerical Officer
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Computer Operator / Library Porter / Transport Assistant
Each role carries specific academic or professional requirements, including minimum educational qualifications, years of experience, and registration with professional bodies such as NISLT, COREN, or IMLSN, where applicable.
Method of Application
Interested candidates are required to submit twenty-five (25) copies of their application and curriculum vitae (CV). Each submission should include:
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Personal details
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Academic and professional qualifications (with photocopies of certificates)
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Employment history
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List of publications (if applicable)
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Names and contact details of three referees, one of whom must provide an academic or professional reference
Applications must be addressed to:
The Registrar
University of Uyo
P.M.B. 1017, Uyo
Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Applicants should clearly indicate the position applied for at the top left corner of the envelope. Referees are to send their reports directly and confidentially to the Registrar.
General Requirements
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Applicants must be Nigerian citizens between 18 and 50 years old.
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Candidates must possess the required qualifications and experience for the position applied for.
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Evidence of NYSC discharge, exemption, or exclusion certificate is mandatory.
Closing Date
The application deadline for UNIUYO recruitment 2025 is six (6) weeks from the publication date — 27 October 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.
This recruitment exercise by UNIUYO offers qualified Nigerians the opportunity to contribute to the university’s vision of promoting academic excellence, innovation, and institutional growth.