Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) has announced its 2026 Academic Staff Recruitment, inviting applications from suitably qualified, experienced and highly motivated candidates for appointment into teaching staff positions across various faculties and departments.
The recruitment is aimed at attracting scholars with proven academic competence, integrity and dedication to contribute to the University’s teaching, research, innovation and community service objectives.
The vacancy announcement is dated August 5, 2026, and applications are expected to be submitted within four weeks from the date of the advertisement.
Interested applicants are advised to carefully study the requirements for their preferred position before submitting an application.
AKSU Academic Staff Vacancies 2026
The advertised positions cover five academic ranks:
| Position | Salary Grade | Annual Basic Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | CONUASS 07 Step 2 | ₦1,004,825.64 |
| Senior Lecturer | CONUASS 05 Step 1 | ₦667,768.68 |
| Lecturer I | CONUASS 04 Step 1 | ₦599,711.52 |
| Lecturer II | CONUASS 03 Step 1 | ₦563,250.36 |
| Assistant Lecturer | CONUASS 02 Step 1 | ₦550,826.88 |
For positions in the College of Medicine and Surgery, the applicable salary structure is stated as CONUASS/CONMESS.
Faculties and Departments with Vacancies
Academic staff vacancies are available in the following faculties and departments:
Faculty of Administration and Management Studies
- Department of Entrepreneurship
- Department of Hospitality Management and Tourism
Faculty of Agriculture
- Department of Food Science and Technology
Faculty of Architecture
- Department of Architecture
- Department of Architectural Technology
- Department of Naval Architecture
Faculty of Arts
- Department of Music
- Department of French
- Department of Ibibio
- Department of History
- Department of Linguistics
Faculty of Communication and Media Studies
- Department of Mass Communication
Faculty of Education
- Department of Computer Science Education
- Department of Guidance and Counselling
- Department of Efik-Ibibio Education
- Department of Business Education
Faculty of Health Sciences
- Department of Nursing Science
- Department of Public Health
- Department of Health Information Management
- Department of Medical Laboratory Science
- Department of Community Health Science
- Department of Environmental Health Science
- Department of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
Faculty of Law
- Department of Private and Property Law
- Department of Commercial and Industrial Law
- Department of Jurisprudence and International Law
Faculty of Pharmacy
- Department of Pharmacy
Faculty of Physical Sciences
- Department of Mathematics
Faculty of Science Laboratory Technology
- Department of Science Laboratory Technology (SLT)
The SLT options include:
- Biology Technology
- Biochemistry Technology
- Chemistry Technology
- Chemical/Petroleum Technology
- Geology/Mining Technology
- Microbiology/Biotechnology
- Physics/Electronics Technology
- Physiology/Pharmacology Technology
Faculty of Social Sciences
- Department of Library and Information Science
Faculty of Planning and Environmental Studies
- Department of Urban and Regional Planning
- Department of Estate Management
- Department of Fine and Applied Arts
- Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics
- Department of Building
- Department of Quantity Surveying
College of Medicine and Surgery
- Department of Medicine and Surgery
- Department of Dental Surgery
General Eligibility Requirements
Applicants are expected to possess a good first degree in the relevant area of specialization.
In addition:
- Computer literacy is required for all positions.
- Registration with the relevant professional body is required where applicable.
- Candidates must satisfy the specific academic and experience requirements for the rank they are applying for.
- Applicants should have relevant teaching, research and publication experience where required.
Candidates should not assume that possessing a relevant degree automatically qualifies them for every academic rank. Each position has its own qualification, experience and age requirements.
Professor – CONUASS 07 Step 2
The annual basic salary stated for Professor is ₦1,004,825.64.
Candidates should possess:
- A minimum of a PhD in the relevant field.
- At least 10 years of teaching and research experience in the university system.
- Evidence of academic experience through publications in recognized local and international journals.
- Evidence of academic leadership through postgraduate supervision.
- Ability to attract research grants from local and international funding agencies.
- Readiness to lead research groups within the Department and University.
- Applicants must not be more than 55 years old at the time of application.
For the College of Medicine and Surgery, candidates should possess the relevant Fellowship of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria, West African Postgraduate Medical College or a similar college overseas. A PhD is an additional advantage.
Candidates for Professorship in Medicine and Surgery should also demonstrate at least 10 years of teaching experience and have spent a minimum of two years as a Reader/Associate Professor.
Specific additional requirements apply to Nursing and Pharmacy.
Senior Lecturer – CONUASS 05 Step 1
The annual basic salary is ₦667,768.68.
Applicants should possess:
- A minimum of a PhD in the relevant field.
- At least six years of teaching and research experience in the university system.
- Evidence of publications in recognized local and international journals.
- Evidence of academic leadership through postgraduate supervision.
- Ability to attract research grants.
- Readiness to lead research groups.
- Applicants must not be more than 50 years old.
Additional requirements apply to Nursing Science, Medicine and Surgery, and Pharmacy.
Lecturer I – CONUASS 04 Step 1
The annual basic salary is ₦599,711.52.
Candidates should have:
- A minimum of a PhD in the relevant field.
- At least four years of teaching and research experience in the university system.
- Evidence of academic publications.
- Evidence of academic leadership through postgraduate supervision.
- Ability to attract research grants.
- Candidates must not be more than 45 years old at the time of application.
Additional professional requirements apply to Nursing Science, Medicine and Surgery and Pharmacy.
Lecturer II – CONUASS 03 Step 1
The annual basic salary is ₦563,250.36.
Candidates should possess either:
- A minimum of a Master’s degree in the relevant field with two years of experience; or
- A PhD in the relevant field.
Candidates with a Master’s degree must have registered for a PhD programme.
Applicants must not be more than 40 years old at the time of application.
Additional requirements apply to Nursing Science, Medicine and Surgery and Pharmacy.
Assistant Lecturer – CONUASS 02 Step 1
The annual basic salary is ₦550,826.88.
Candidates should possess:
- A minimum of a Master’s degree in the relevant field with a PhD-grade result.
- Registration for a PhD programme.
- Applicants must not be more than 35 years old at the time of application.
For Pharmacy, candidates must also possess B.Pharm or Pharm.D, a relevant Master’s degree with a PhD-grade result, registration with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria and a current practising licence.
What Applicants Should Know
Applicants should carefully select a position that corresponds with their qualifications, experience and academic career level.
The vacancy is not limited to one discipline. It covers areas including Science, Education, Arts, Law, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Architecture, Environmental Studies, Management and Medicine.
Applicants should also understand that the requirements for professional disciplines may be different from the general requirements. For example, Nursing, Pharmacy and Medicine have additional registration, professional qualification and practising licence requirements.
AKSU is an established university with its main campus at Ikot Akpaden, Mkpat Enin LGA, and the University’s official website provides institutional information and links to its various services.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare clear copies of relevant credentials and supporting documents before starting the online application.
Depending on the position and discipline, applicants should have documents such as:
- First degree certificate.
- Master’s degree certificate.
- PhD certificate where applicable.
- Academic transcripts where required.
- Evidence of teaching and research experience.
- Evidence of scholarly publications.
- Professional registration certificate where applicable.
- Current practising licence for relevant professional positions.
- Evidence of PhD registration for positions requiring it.
- Fellowship certificate for relevant medical positions.
- Updated curriculum vitae.
- Other documents specifically requested by the online application portal.
Applicants should ensure that information supplied online agrees with their original academic and professional records.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Applicants should avoid the following mistakes:
- Applying for a position without meeting the minimum qualification.
- Selecting the wrong department or specialization.
- Providing incorrect personal or academic information.
- Uploading unclear or incomplete documents.
- Ignoring age requirements.
- Failing to provide evidence of professional registration where required.
- Applying for a senior position without the required teaching and research experience.
- Providing false information about publications or academic experience.
- Waiting until the closing date before submitting an application.
- Using unofficial websites or individuals claiming to guarantee employment.
Applicants should also carefully review their application before final submission.
Application Tips for AKSU Academic Recruitment
To improve the quality of your application:
- Read the requirements for your preferred rank carefully.
- Prepare an updated academic CV.
- Organize your academic qualifications chronologically.
- Highlight teaching, research, supervision and publication experience.
- Include relevant professional registrations and licences.
- Ensure that your publication records are accurate.
- Use an active email address and phone number.
- Upload documents in the required format and size.
- Check all information before submitting.
- Save or print evidence of successful submission.
Most importantly, applicants should apply through the official channel specified in the vacancy announcement and avoid paying unauthorized persons for recruitment assistance.
How to Apply for AKSU Academic Staff Recruitment 2026
Applicants are required to submit their applications through the Akwa Ibom State Employment Portal provided in the official vacancy notice.
AKSU 2026 Recruitment Portal:
https://employment.akwaibomstate.gov.ng/opportunities
Applicants should visit the portal, locate the relevant academic staff vacancy, follow the instructions provided and complete the application accurately.
The portal is the Akwa Ibom State Employment Portal, and applicants should verify that they are using the correct website before entering personal information.
The University’s official website can also be used to verify institutional information and official announcements.
Closing Date
The vacancy announcement states that applications must be submitted not later than four weeks from August 5, 2026.
Applicants should therefore avoid waiting until the final day. Since the stated closing period is four weeks from the advertisement date, applicants should check the application portal for the exact submission deadline and any updates before completing their application.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When was the AKSU Academic Staff Recruitment 2026 announced?
The vacancy announcement provided is dated August 5, 2026.
2. Who can apply for the AKSU academic staff vacancies?
Suitably qualified candidates with relevant academic qualifications, teaching/research experience and professional registration where applicable can apply, subject to the specific requirements for the position.
3. What is the minimum qualification for Assistant Lecturer?
The general requirement is a minimum of a Master’s degree in the relevant field with a PhD-grade result, together with registration for a PhD programme.
4. Can a Master’s degree holder apply for Lecturer II?
Yes. A candidate may qualify with a Master’s degree in the relevant field and two years of experience, provided the candidate has registered for a PhD programme. A PhD holder may also qualify.
5. Is computer literacy required?
Yes. The general requirements state that computer literacy is required for all positions.
6. Is professional registration required?
Yes, where applicable. This is particularly important for regulated professions such as Nursing, Pharmacy and Medicine.
7. What is the age limit for Professor?
Professor applicants must not be more than 55 years old at the time of application.
8. What is the age limit for Senior Lecturer?
Senior Lecturer applicants must not be more than 50 years old.
9. What is the age limit for Lecturer I?
Lecturer I applicants must not be more than 45 years old.
10. What is the age limit for Lecturer II?
Lecturer II applicants must not be more than 40 years old.
11. What is the age limit for Assistant Lecturer?
Assistant Lecturer applicants must not be more than 35 years old.
12. Where can applicants apply?
Applicants are directed to submit applications through the Akwa Ibom State Employment Portal.
13. How long is the application period?
The announcement states that applications must be submitted within four weeks from the date of the advertisement.
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