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Professor (Criminology and Security Studies)
About this role
A private university in Osun State invites applications for a Professor of Criminology and Security Studies. The role is based in Osogbo, with the faculty aligned to Social Science. The university seeks candidates capable of attracting research grants, supervising postgraduate students, and leading in teaching, research and administration, with substantial publication and leadership experience. Candidates must have a PhD in the relevant field, a record of at least 12 years post-qualification experience, and at least 25 publications in reputable journals. The university notes it offers a competitive salary package and invites online applications with specified dossier documents.
What you would do
- Lead teaching in Criminology and Security Studies
- Supervise postgraduate students
- Engage in research and seek external grants/fellowships
- Provide academic leadership within the faculty
- Participate in administrative duties within the department and faculty
- Publish scholarly work in reputable journals
- Contribute to curriculum development and programme review
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to quality assurance
- Represent the university in professional and academic activities
- Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary research projects
What they are asking for
- PhD in Criminology and Security Studies or related field
- Evidence of academic leadership
- Minimum 12 years post-qualification experience
- At least 25 scholarly publications in reputable journals
- Proven ability to attract research grants/fellowships
- Evidence of successful supervision of postgraduate students
- Full-time teaching, research and administrative experience
- Professional qualifications in the discipline (if applicable)
- Experience in curriculum development
- Strength in external collaborations and leadership activities
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