Lecturer I

Responsibilities:

• Teach core undergraduate and selected postgraduate courses in Accounting, such as  Principles of Accounting, Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, and Auditing.
• Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, seminars, and workshops using both traditional and technology-enhanced methods. 
• Participate in curriculum development and course review aligned with national and international accounting standards (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, NUC). 
• Ensure student assessments are rigorous, fair, and consistent with course learning outcomes. 
• Participate in the development and administration of examinations and continuous assessments. 
• Conduct research in accounting or related fields and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals. 
• Contribute to departmental and faculty research objectives, including grant applications and collaborative research projects. 
• Attend academic conferences and workshops to share research and expand professional networks. 
• Begin to develop a personal research niche or specialization (e.g., Taxation, Public Sector  Accounting, Corporate Governance, etc.). 
• Supervise undergraduate student research projects. 
• Assist in postgraduate teaching and co-supervise postgraduate dissertations under the guidance of senior faculty. 
• Mentor students and provide academic guidance and career advice. 
• Support student development programs such as accounting clubs, workshops, or  ICAN/ACCA tutorials. 
• Contribute to departmental activities, including committee work, course moderation, and student engagement. 
• Participate in accreditation preparations and quality assurance processes.
• Support the organization of seminars, conferences, and departmental outreach programs.
• Actively contribute to internal academic meetings, boards, and academic planning exercises.
• Engage in outreach and networking with accounting professionals and firms to keep the curriculum industry-relevant. 
• Participate in consultancy, training programs, or community development initiatives.
• Promote student internships and industry placements through professional linkages. 

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Accounting (or very close to completion) from an accredited university.
• Minimum of three (3) years of university teaching or professional training experience.
• Demonstrated record of at least two (2) scholarly publications in reputable journals.
• Proficiency in teaching with modern accounting tools (e.g., Excel, QuickBooks, Tally,  Sage). 
• Professional qualification (ICAN, ACCA, or ANAN) is highly desirable.
• Experience with online/blended learning and virtual teaching environments.
• Participation in curriculum design and/or program accreditation is an added advantage. 

Key Attributes: 

• Effective classroom management and instructional skills. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ethical, student-focused, and committed to academic growth. 
• Capable of independent research and collaborative academic work. 
• Adaptability to institutional goals and teamwork.

Remuneration: NGN 300,000