ATBU Recruitment is open again! The Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi is inviting job seekers to apply for teaching and non-teaching roles. If you’re qualified and ready to join a federal university, here’s everything you need to know before applying.
So, the doors are open at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi. If you’ve been waiting for a fair shot at a university job, this might be your cue. The school, tucked neatly in the North-East, is hiring both teaching and non-teaching staff across several faculties. Let’s unpack it calmly, one step at a time.
About ATBU Bauchi
ATBU began in 1980 as a Federal University of Technology, alongside sister schools in Akure, Minna, Owerri, and Yola. By 1988, it got a new name but kept its strong science and technology focus. Since then, it’s been training experts in engineering, medicine, computing, and more.
People around Bauchi know ATBU not just for its studies, but for the calm air on campus and its knack for steady growth.
Open Positions Under ATBU Recruitment 2025
If you’re curious about where you might fit, here’s the lineup.
Academic Positions
- Senior Lecturer (CONUASS/CONMESS 05)
- Lecturer I (CONUASS/CONMESS 04)
- Lecturer II (CONUASS/CONMESS 03)
- Assistant Lecturer (CONUASS/CONMESS 02)
Non-Teaching Positions
- Laboratory Technologist I (CONTISS 08)
- Laboratory Technologist II (CONTISS 07)
Each role has its own bar for qualifications, and you’ll want to check carefully before jumping in.
Faculties and Departments Under ATBU Recruitment
Here’s a quick look at where the university is hiring. The range is wide, so chances are, your field has a place here.
Faculty of Computing
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Cyber Security
- Artificial Intelligence
- Information Technology
- Information System
Faculty of Environmental Technology
- Architecture
- Urban and Regional Planning
Faculty of Science
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Botany
- Zoology
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Physics
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
- Veterinary Anatomy
- Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry
- Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology
- Theriogenology and Production
- Veterinary Microbiology
- Veterinary Parasitology and Entomology
- Veterinary Pathology
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Internal Medicine
- Surgery
- Paediatrics
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Community Medicine
- Ophthalmology
- Anaesthesia
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Orthopaedics
- Radiology
- Psychiatric
Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences
- Haematology
- Histopathology
- Medical Microbiology
- Chemical Pathology
- Clinical Pharmacology
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Human Anatomy
- Medical Biochemistry
- Human Physiology
Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences
- Nursing Science
- Public Health
Dairy Research and Development Centre
- Dairy Research and Development
It’s quite the spread, isn’t it? Each department seems to have room for bright minds.
Requirements for Each Role
Let’s go over what’s expected, no fluff.
Senior Lecturer (CONUASS/CONMESS 05)
- PhD or final professional medical qualification (FWACS, FMCP, FMCPath, or equivalent).
- 12 years work experience in your field.
Lecturer I (CONUASS/CONMESS 04)
- Master’s degree or final professional medical qualification.
- At least 4 journal papers and 9 years experience.
Lecturer II (CONUASS/CONMESS 03)
- Master’s degree and 2 publications, with 6 years experience.
- OR a fresh PhD or MBBS/MDS with full registration.
Assistant Lecturer (CONUASS/CONMESS 02)
- Master’s degree and NYSC certificate.
- For medical areas, professional registration required.
Laboratory Technologist I (CONTISS 08)
- Degree or HND, 3 years experience, NYSC, ICT skills, and professional registration.
Laboratory Technologist II (CONTISS 07)
- Degree or HND, NYSC, and ICT knowledge.
How to Apply for ATBU Recruitment
The online portal opens Monday, 6 October 2025. You’ll need to head to
ATBU Recruitment Portal.
- Sign in using your Google account.
- Upload your Application Letter, CV, and supporting files.
- Pick only one position to apply for.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
Curious about the CV format? The university already set it up here:
View ATBU CV Format.
Conditions and Deadline
- The conditions of service follow what applies across federal universities in Nigeria.
- Deadline is Saturday, 15 November 2025.
If you’re serious, don’t sit on it. Six weeks sound long, but it goes fast.