Covenant University Job Recruitment 2025

Covenant University invites qualified candidates to apply for faculty and non-teaching roles as part of its Vision 7:2030 campus growth plan. The new College of Health Sciences and College of Law will run full-time appointments. Applicants with the right academic records and work experience are encouraged to send in their forms. Each post lists clear entry rules, years of experience and professional membership needs.

Academic positions

Professor
Reader (Associate Professor)
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer I
Lecturer II

College of Health Sciences programmes

• Medicine and Surgery
• Anatomy and Embryology
• Physiology

Qualifications and experience

• Professor
  • PhD in the field with at least twelve years of teaching, research and professional work in a university or similar.
  • Strong record of peer-reviewed papers, proven postgraduate supervision and the skill to start and lead research.
  • For Medicine and Surgery: MBBS or BDS, MDCN registration and an MDCN-registered Specialty Fellowship. At least nine years of post-fellowship teaching and research in a university.
• Reader (Associate Professor)
  • PhD in the field with at least ten years of teaching and research in a university or similar.
  • Strong record of papers, postgraduate supervision and research leadership.
  • For Medicine and Surgery: MBBS or BDS, MDCN registration and an MDCN-registered Specialty Fellowship with at least six years of post-fellowship teaching and research.
• Senior Lecturer
  • PhD in the field with at least five years of university teaching and research.
  • Good record of papers and proof of original work.
  • For clinical fields: MBBS or BDS, MDCN registration and an MDCN-registered Specialty Fellowship with at least three years of post-fellowship teaching and research. Relevant professional registration is required.
• Lecturer I
  • PhD in the field with at least three years of post-qualification teaching or research, plus a good record of papers and clear promise.
  • For clinical fields: MBBS or BDS, MDCN registration and a Specialty Fellowship from a recognised Postgraduate Medical College with relevant experience.
• Lecturer II
  • MBBS or BDS, MDCN registration and at least a Master's degree or membership of a recognised Postgraduate Medical College in the specialty.
  • Proof of PhD registration and progress is an advantage.

College of Law programmes

• Private and Public Law
• Commercial and International Law

Qualifications and experience

• Professor
  • PhD in Law with a focus area that fits the department.
  • At least twelve years of full-time post-qualification teaching and research in a recognised university.
  • Strong record of papers, active research and proof of leadership, mentoring and service.
  • Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association and preferably NALT or similar.
• Reader (Associate Professor)
  • PhD in Law in a relevant area.
  • At least nine years of university teaching and research.
  • Substantial papers, active research and the capacity to lead and supervise.
  • Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association and other relevant bodies.
• Senior Lecturer
  • PhD in Law in a relevant area.
  • At least six years of university teaching and research.
  • Record of papers and ongoing research.
  • Proof of teaching skill, research strength and leadership promise.
  • Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association and preferably NALT.
  • Postgraduate teaching or supervision and service records are an advantage.
• Lecturer I
  • PhD in Law in a relevant area.
  • At least three years of teaching or legal practice at university level or similar.
  • Good record of papers and clear teaching and research promise.
  • Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association.
  • Candidates with LL.M and strong experience may be considered with proof of PhD registration and progress.
• Lecturer II
  • LL.M in Law from a recognised university.
  • Good first degree in Law with at least Second Class Upper and call to the Bar.
  • Strong promise for teaching and research with proof of PhD enrolment or readiness.
  • Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association is required.

Non-teaching positions

• Technologists for ICT and e-Learning Resources
  • BSc in Computer Science, Information Technology, Educational Technology or related field.
  • Certifications in LMS admin, multimedia or e-learning tools are desirable.
  • Hands-on support for virtual learning, e-learning platforms, media content and user help.
• College Administrators and Departmental Admins
  • BSc or HND in Business Administration, Mass Communication, Sociology, Mathematics, Secretarial Studies or related field.
  • A diploma in office, records or management is an advantage.
  • Experience in higher education admin, with strong planning and communication skills.

Covenant University application steps

Applicants should send a PDF application letter for the post and an updated CV. The CV should state:

• Full names
• Date of birth
• Nationality
• Marital status
• Schools attended with dates
• Academic and professional qualifications with dates
• Membership of learned societies and professional bodies
• Work experience
• Extracurricular activities
• Referees

Required documents

• Cover letter with the post and department
• Copies of academic certificates, professional licences and proof of postgraduate qualifications
• List of publications and teaching or supervision details for academic posts
• For non-teaching technical roles, proof of certifications and a portfolio where useful

Submission and deadline

• Send applications by email on or before Friday, 7 November 2025, to send your application to the careers teamcareers@covenantuniversity.edu.ng.

Closing paragraph

Covenant University has set out clear posts, skills and steps for this drive. Candidates who fit the fields above can prepare early and send in neat files so review is smooth at Covenant University.

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