The University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (UAST), Ihugh, is a Benue State public university located in Ihugh, Vandeikya Local Government Area, Benue State, Nigeria. It was officially recognized by the National Universities Commission (NUC) on May 14, 2025, as the 68th state university in Nigeria.
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JOB PURPOSE
- Lecturer I denotes academic maturity and engineering leadership; a scholar-engineer who coordinates courses and laboratories, mentors others, advances impactful research, and anchors UAST’s ambition to be a hub for applied software engineering excellence.
- The job purpose is to deliver high-quality independent teaching and laboratory leadership, lead impactful software engineering research and innovation, mentor junior staff, and contribute strategically to institutional governance and accreditation.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate core Software Engineering courses and advanced labs.
- Supervise undergraduate research and capstone projects.
- Lead/co-lead funded research, platforms or industry-aligned solutions.
- Publish in reputable journals; engage industry and public-sector stakeholders.
- Serve on School/University committees and accreditation teams.
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD in Software Engineering or Senate-approved cognate with strong SE scholarship.
- Minimum of four (4) publications, in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
- Evidence of software patents, platforms, tools or high-impact applied solutions is an advantage.
Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)
- PhD in Software Engineering or Senate-approved cognate with strong SE scholarship.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
- At least three (3) years as Lecturer II (or equivalent).
- Active membership of recognised national/international software or computing professional bodies.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Teaching excellence; research leadership; mentoring; strategic software vision; interdisciplinary collaboration.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Strategic thinking in software systems and engineering education.
- Ethical stewardship of code, data and AI-enabled systems.
- Capacity to translate research into deployable products and policy advice.
- Strong mentorship culture and institutional loyalty.
- Deep alignment with UAST’s innovative, secure and Africa-centred digital future.
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JOB PURPOSE
- Lecturer II represents the first independent software engineering academic rank, expected to own undergraduate courses, lead laboratories, initiate research, and translate engineering principles into robust, scalable and secure software systems.
- The purpose of this job is to independently teach undergraduate Software Engineering courses, initiate credible research, contribute to innovation and industry collaboration, and support academic governance in line with UAST and NUC standards.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching & Laboratory Leadership:
- Independently teach assigned Software Engineering courses (theory and labs).
- Design course outlines, labs and assessments compliant with CCMAS.
- Supervise undergraduate projects and software development assignments.
Research & Scholarship:
- Initiate and conduct independent or collaborative research in software engineering.
- Publish scholarly articles; present at conferences; contribute to funded or applied projects.
Innovation & Industry Impact:
- Lead/colead applied projects (software systems, platforms, tools, process improvements).
- Support industry partnerships, internships and community digitalsolutions initiatives.
Academic Service & QA:
- Serve on departmental/school committees; support curriculum review and accreditation.
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD in Software Engineering or Senateapproved cognate (Computer Science, Information Systems with strong SE focus).
- Minimum of two (2) publications, in a peerreviewed journal.
- Software artefacts, frameworks or patents may be declared as supporting outputs.
Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)
- PhD in Software Engineering or Senateapproved cognate (Computer Science, Information Systems with strong SE focus).
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
- At least three (3) years postPhD or equivalent academic/industryresearch experience.
- Active membership of recognised national/international computing or software professional bodies.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Independent teaching; lab leadership; research initiation; software architecture; testing/QA; communication.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Analytical rigor and qualityfirst mindset.
- Leadership in projectbased and teambased learning.
- Professional integrity in research and software delivery.
- Mentorship disposition and teamwork.
- Commitment to Africarelevant digital solutions
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JOB PURPOSE
- The Assistant Lecturer in Software Engineering is a software scholar-developer in formation, trained to combine engineering discipline, programming craftsmanship, systems thinking, secure development and ethical practice, while building research depth and pedagogy suited to Africa’s digital transformation needs.
- The job purpose is to support undergraduate teaching and laboratories in Software Engineering, participate in research and innovation activities, and pursue advanced academic development toward independent lecturing responsibilities.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching & Laboratory Support:
- Assist in teaching foundational Software Engineering courses (programming, software design, requirements, testing, version control).
- Support labs in object-oriented programming, databases, web/mobile development and DevOps basics.
- Assist in continuous assessment, grading and results processing.
Research & Capacity Development:
- Participate in departmental research groups, code reviews, engineering seminars and project sprints.
- Enrol in and make satisfactory progress toward a PhD in Software Engineering or a Senate-approved cognate.
Innovation & Industry-Linked Service:
- Support student capstone projects, hackathons, and industry-linked mini-projects.
- Assist in development of educational software, prototypes or digital platforms.
Academic Service & Ethics:
- Assist in departmental administration, accreditation readiness and QA.
- Uphold academic integrity, responsible coding practices and professional ethics.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a Senate-approved cognate with substantial software engineering content.
- Evidence of commitment to pursue a PhD in a software-engineering-relevant field.
- Agile/Scrum, DevOps, cloud or language certifications are an advantage.
Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)
- Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a Senate-approved cognate with substantial software engineering content.
- Evidence of commitment to pursue a PhD in a software-engineering-relevant field.
- Agile/Scrum, DevOps, cloud or language certifications are an advantage.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
- 3 years relevant academic, industry or research experience.
- Student/Associate membership of recognised computing/software professional bodies (e.g., CPN-recognised associations) encouraged.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Programming fundamentals; software design basics; analytical thinking; teamwork; version control; ethical awareness.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Engineering discipline and attention to detail.
- Ethical orientation in software development and data handling.
- Willingness to learn rapidly and adapt to evolving technologies.
- Collaborative mindset and respect for peer review.
- Alignment with UAST values of Excellence, Relevance and Legacy.
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JOB PURPOSE
- The Assistant Registrar is a custodian of institutional governance, entrusted with interpreting statutes, implementing Senate and Council decisions, and safeguarding the integrity of academic and administrative records within a world-class African university system.
- This job’s purpose is to provide senior-level administrative leadership in the Registry, coordinate policy implementation, oversee records integrity, and contribute to institutional governance and quality assurance.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate major Registry functions (admissions, examinations, records, graduation).
- Interpret and apply University laws, statutes, regulations and Senate decisions.
- Prepare high-level reports, briefs and policy documents.
- Supervise and appraise Registry staff under assigned units.
- Support Council, Senate and statutory committee secretariat functions.
- Ensure compliance with NUC, government and institutional regulations.
- Contribute to digitisation, reform and continuous improvement of Registry processes.
Minimum Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Lower Division) in Public Administration, Law, Business Administration, Social Sciences or relevant discipline from a recognised institution with six (6) years’ cognate experience, Certificate of NYSC Completion/Discharge.
- Must be proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), and must provide evidence of requisite professional registration.
- A Master’s degree is a strong advantage.
Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)
- A Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Lower Division) in Public Administration, Law, Business Administration, Social Sciences or relevant discipline from a recognised institution with six (6) years’ cognate experience, Certificate of NYSC Completion/Discharge.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
- At least six (6) years relevant post-qualification administrative experience in a university or comparable institution.
- Membership/Fellowship of NIM, CIPM, or other recognised administrative bodies.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- University governance and statutes
- Policy interpretation and implementation
- Strategic administration and supervision
- Advanced report writing and documentation
- Digital registry systems and data governance
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Proven integrity, discretion and ethical leadership.
- Sound judgement in academic and administrative matters.
- Strong organisational and people-management skills.
- Strategic thinking and reform orientation.
- Deep commitment to UAST’s vision of excellence, relevance/credibility and institutional legacy.
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JOB PURPOSE
- The Administrative Officer is a process owner and quality enforcer, ensuring that Registry operations comply with statutes, Senate decisions and administrative best practices, while supporting UAST’s transition to a modern, technology-enabled university administration.
- The job purpose is to coordinate and execute administrative processes within the Registry, supervise junior staff, and ensure accuracy, timeliness and compliance in student and staff records management.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate registry workflows relating to admissions, examinations, results, graduation and records.
- Supervise Administrative Assistants and ensure task compliance.
- Prepare draft reports, schedules, circulars and official correspondence.
- Maintain and update databases for students and staff records.
- Support Senate, Congregation and Committee documentation.
- Enforce records management, archiving and data-protection standards.
- Liaise with Schools, Departments, Directorates, Institutes, Centres and external bodies on registry matters.
Minimum Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division in Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, Social Sciences or a related discipline from a Senate recognized Institution; with Certificate of NYSC Completion/Discharge.
- Must be proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), and must provide evidence of requisite professional registration.
Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)
- A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division in Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, Social Sciences or a related discipline from a Senate recognized Institution; with Certificate of NYSC Completion/Discharge.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
- At least three (3) years relevant administrative experience in a tertiary institution or comparable organisation.
- Membership of Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM), CIPM, or related bodies is an advantage.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- University administrative procedures
- Records and information management
- Supervision and coordination skills
- ICT proficiency (MIS, databases, document management systems)
- Report writing and communication
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Strong sense of responsibility and institutional loyalty.
- Professional judgement and discretion.
- Leadership potential and team coordination ability.
- Commitment to accuracy and procedural compliance.
- Positive attitude to innovation and digital administration.
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JOB PURPOSE
- The Administrative Assistant is the operational support backbone of the Registry; entrusted with accuracy, discretion and efficiency in handling records, correspondence and student/staff administrative processes within a digital-first, rules-driven university system.
- The job purpose is to provide efficient administrative and clerical support to the Registry Department, ensuring accurate documentation, timely correspondence and smooth execution of registry operations in line with University regulations.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Receive, record, file and retrieve official documents and correspondence.
- Assist in processing student records, admissions documentation, results and transcripts.
- Maintain physical and electronic filing systems in compliance with records-management standards.
- Draft routine memos, letters and reports under supervision.
- Support meetings, Senate/Committee documentation and registry workflows.
- Operate office equipment and digital platforms (email, databases, registry software).
- Observe confidentiality, data protection and institutional ethics.
Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division in Arts/Social Sciences domiciled/related disciplines; in a Senate recognized institution with Certificate of NYSC Completion or Discharge.
- Must be proficient in Information and Communications Technology (ICT).
Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)
- A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division in Arts/Social Sciences domiciled/related disciplines; in a Senate recognized institution with Certificate of NYSC Completion or Discharge.
- Must be proficient in Information and Communications Technology (ICT).
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
- 2 years relevant administrative or clerical experience.
- Membership or certification with relevant administrative bodies (e.g., NIM, CIPM support cadres) is an advantage.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Basic records management
- Office administration skills
- ICT literacy (word processing, spreadsheets, email)
- Proficiency in written and oral communication
- Attention to detail
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- High level of integrity and confidentiality consciousness.
- Courtesy, professionalism and service orientation.
- Willingness to learn and follow institutional procedures.
- Organisational discipline and punctuality.
- Alignment with UAST values of Excellence, Relevance and Legacy.
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