Applications are hereby invited from suitably candidates for staff vacancies in the Nigerian Institute of Mining and Geo sciences, Jos, Plateau State.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Nigerian Institute of Mining and Geo sciences, Jos was established by the Federal Government as a Centre of Excellence for professional training and Geo sciences.
The Institute is fully equipped world-class facilities required for acquisition of practical skills in all aspects of mineral resources development. It focuses on producing man-power for the emerging mining industry. Therefore the institute adopts a deep, piratical orientation by providing intensive field and laboratory training for all categories of students.
a. ACADEMIC POSITIONS
1. DEPARTMENT OF MINING ENGINEERING
a. Associate Professor
b. Senior Lecturer
c. Lecturer II
d. Assistant Lecturer
2. DEPARTMENT OF MINERALS ENGINEERING
a. Senior Lecturer
b. Lecturer I
c. Lecturer II
d. Associate Lecturer
3. DEPARTMENT OF GEOSCIENCES
a. Associate Professor
b. Senior lecturer
c. Lecturer I
d. Assistant Lecturer
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
1. Associate Professor: CONUASS 06
Candidates for this position must possess a PhD Degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 8 years Post-Doctoral Cognate teaching, research and administrative experience in a recognized University.
They must have a reasonable number of significant scholarly publications in reputable national and international journals, and also show evidence of significant number of research direction or supervision at the post-graduate level, specifically Doctoral Level.
2. Senior Lecturer: CONUASS 06
Candidates for this position must possess a PhD degree with 6 years post-doctoral cognate teaching and research experience. They must also have a reasonable number of publications in national and international journals. In addition, they must shoe evidence of research direction or supervision at the post-graduate level, specifically Master Level.
3. Lecturer I: CONUASS 04
Candidates for this position must possess post-graduate qualifications, preferably a PhD degree in the relevant fields.
Candidates must show evidence of continuing research and publications in the relevant fields over a period of time not obtained a PhD degree.
4. Lecturer II: CONUASS 03
Same as in (iii) but with experience not less than five years in Lieu of a PhD degree in the relevant field
5.Assistant Lecturers: CONUASS 02
Candidates must possess a Master degree or a Bsc degree not below second class upper in the relevant fields. They must also show strong evidence of potential for an academic career.
B. Non ACADEMIC POSITIONS
1. Registrar: CONTISS 15
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Registrar is the Chief Administrative Officer of the NIMG.
The incumbent will be responsible to the Provost for the day – to – day administration of the Institute.
The Registrar shall serve as Secretary to the NIGM Board/ Governing Council. s/he will also ensure proper application of policies and procedures for the general administration of the Institute
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
The candidate must possess a Master Degree in the Social Sciences or humanities from an accredited university. S/he must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The candidate should demonstrate strong strategic planning and organizational skills
The candidate for this position should possess a minimum of 10 years top management experience, preferably in a similar institution.
2. Institute Librarian: CONTISS 15
RESPONSIBILITIES
The librarian will report to the provost
The librarian will be responsible for:
i. Managing the day – to –day running of the libraries of the Institute
ii. Set up the libraries with up to date text books, reference materials, document retrieving, photocopying and referencing
iii. Equipping the libraries with the state of the art equipment for document retrieving, photocopying and referencing
iv. Establish relation relationships with other University Libraries in the country and abroad
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
The candidate must possess a Master degree (including a first degree or equivalent in Library Studies). S/he must have at least 15 years experience in Library Management preferably in similar educational settings. The candidate should be highly computer literate. Experience with Microsoft Suit is important.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested candidates are requested to submit 15 copies of their application letter and current curriculum vitae which should contained the following:
1. Full Names (Surname first in block letters)
2. Post applied for
3. Place and date of birth
4. Marital status
5. Number of children and their ages
6. Nationality and state of origin (if a Nigerian)
7. Contact details (including GSM Numbers ending e-mail)
8. Permanent home address
9. Institutions attended with dates
10. Academic and professional qualifications with dates
11. Working experience with dates
12. Present employment status and salary
13. List of publications where applicable
14. Extra Curriculum activities
15. Names and addresses of three referees
(Applicants should request their referees to forward their support under separate and confidential cover)
All applications should be addressed to:
The Registrar,
Nigerian Institute of mining and Geo sciences, Jos
P.M.B 2183, Jos
Plateau State
Applicants should indicate at the top left hand corner of their envelopes the position they are applying for and not that only shortlisted candidates would be contacted
CLOSING DATE:
All applications and references should be submitted within six weeks after the date of this publication.
Sign
Dr. Abubaker A. Bafeto,
REGISTRAR.
