The Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu has invited applications from suitably qualified, experienced and highly motivated candidates for appointment into various teaching and non-teaching positions at the university.

The recruitment covers a wide range of academic disciplines, including Basic Medical Sciences, Dental Health, Engineering and Technology, Healthcare Management, Healthcare Services and Rehabilitative Health. Several administrative, medical, nursing, laboratory, accounting, ICT, library, sports and technical positions are also available.

This recruitment may interest lecturers, healthcare professionals, administrators, graduates, technicians, artisans and other qualified job seekers looking to work in a university environment.

Applicants are advised to carefully check the requirements for their preferred position before submitting an application.

Federal University of Allied Health Sciences Enugu Academic Vacancies

The university is recruiting academic staff at the following ranks:

Professor
Reader/Associate Professor
Senior Lecturer
Lecturer I
Lecturer II
Assistant Lecturer

Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

Vacancies are available in:

Biochemistry: Professor, Reader and Lecturer I.

Biotechnology: Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I and Lecturer II.

Human Anatomy: Professor, Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I, Lecturer II and Assistant Lecturer.

Microbiology: Professor, Reader and Lecturer I.

Parasitology and Entomology: Reader, Senior Lecturer and Lecturer II.

Physiology: Professor, Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I, Lecturer II and Assistant Lecturer.

Faculty of Dental Health

The available positions are in:

Dental Technology: Professor, Reader and Assistant Lecturer
Dental Therapy: Professor, Reader and Assistant Lecturer

Faculty of Health Engineering and Technology

The university is recruiting in several technology and engineering fields:

Artificial Intelligence: Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I and Assistant Lecturer
Biomedical Engineering: Reader, Senior Lecturer and Assistant Lecturer
Electrical and Electronics Engineering: Professor, Reader and Lecturer II
Mechanical Engineering: Professor, Reader, Senior Lecturer and Assistant Lecturer
Mechatronics Engineering: Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I and Lecturer II
Software Engineering: Professor, Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I and Assistant Lecturer

Faculty of Healthcare Management and Leadership

Available positions include:

Health Information Management: Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I, Lecturer II and Assistant Lecturer
Healthcare Management: Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I and Lecturer II
Social Work: Reader, Senior Lecturer and Assistant Lecturer

Faculty of Healthcare Services

Recruitment is also being conducted in:

Community Health
Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Medical Laboratory Sciences
Nursing Sciences
Public Health
Radiography
Water Sanitation and Hygiene

The ranks available vary by department and include Professor, Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I, Lecturer II and Assistant Lecturer.

Faculty of Rehabilitative Health

Vacancies are available in:

Occupational Therapy
Physiotherapy
Prosthetics and Orthotics
Speech Therapy

The advertised positions range from Reader to Assistant Lecturer, depending on the department.

General Academic Staff Requirements

Candidates applying for Professor, Reader, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I and Lecturer II positions are generally expected to possess a good first degree, normally at least Second-Class Upper Division, a relevant Master’s degree and a PhD in the appropriate discipline from a recognised university.

Candidates are also expected to have scholarly publications in reputable indexed journals and registration with the relevant professional regulatory body where applicable.

Other general requirements include evidence of completion of the National Youth Service Corps programme or an exemption certificate, as applicable, as well as a sworn age declaration or birth certificate and Local Government identification.

However, candidates should not rely only on the general requirements. Each academic rank has additional requirements relating to experience, publications and administrative responsibilities.

Professor Requirements

Applicants for Professor are expected to possess a first degree, Master’s degree and PhD in the relevant programme.

The advertised requirement includes at least 12 years of cognate teaching, research and administrative experience in a recognised university, including at least two years as a Reader or Associate Professor.

Candidates should have at least 30 scholarly publications in reputable indexed journals. At least eight should be indexed in databases such as Web of Science, Scopus, SNIP, SJR or AJOL.

The candidate must also be first-named or corresponding author in at least six of the publications, including at least three publications indexed in the specified databases.

Relevant university administrative experience is also required, such as serving as Dean, Head of Department, Director or on a university committee.

Reader/Associate Professor Requirements

For Reader, candidates are expected to have a first degree, Master’s degree and PhD in the relevant discipline.

The requirement includes at least nine years of cognate teaching, research and administrative experience, including at least two years as a Senior Lecturer.

Candidates should have at least 25 scholarly publications, with at least five indexed in reputable databases such as Web of Science, Scopus, SNIP, SJR or AJOL.

First or corresponding authorship is also required for specified publications.

Experience as a Dean, Head of Department, Director or university committee member is an added advantage.

Senior Lecturer Requirements

Candidates applying for Senior Lecturer are expected to have a relevant first degree, Master’s degree and PhD.

The stated experience requirement is at least six years of cognate teaching, research and administrative experience, including at least two years as a Lecturer I.

Applicants should have a minimum of 15 scholarly publications in reputable indexed journals, with at least five indexed in the specified databases.

The university also requires first or corresponding authorship in some of these publications.

Lecturer I Requirements

Candidates for Lecturer I are expected to have a first degree, Master’s degree and PhD in the relevant discipline.

A minimum of three years of cognate teaching, research and administrative experience, including at least two years at Lecturer II level in a university, is required.

Applicants should have at least eight scholarly publications, with first or corresponding authorship in at least two.

Lecturer II Requirements

For Lecturer II, candidates are expected to possess a first degree, Master’s degree and PhD in the relevant discipline.

A good record of scholarly publications in reputable indexed journals is an added advantage.

Professional registration is required where applicable.

Assistant Lecturer Requirements

Applicants for Assistant Lecturer are expected to possess a first degree and Master’s degree, with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.

A good record of scholarly publications is an added advantage, while professional registration is required where applicable.

Federal University of Allied Health Sciences Enugu Non-Teaching Jobs

The university has also advertised numerous non-teaching positions across different cadres.

These include:

Registry and Administration

Positions include:

Deputy Registrar
Principal Assistant Registrar I
Principal Assistant Registrar II
Assistant Registrar
Administrative Officer I
Administrative Officer II
Assistant Executive Officer
Clerical Officer I
Clerical Officer

For example, the Deputy Registrar position requires a good honours degree of at least Second-Class Lower Division in relevant Social Sciences, Arts or Humanities disciplines, NYSC discharge or exemption and at least three years of cognate experience as a Principal Assistant Registrar in an approved university.

The Principal Assistant Registrar I and II positions require significant post-qualification university experience.

Accounting and Audit

Available positions include:

Deputy Bursar
Chief Accountant
Senior Accountant
Accountant I
Accountant II
Senior Auditor
Auditor I
Auditor II

Accounting positions generally require relevant degrees in Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business Studies or Economics, together with the required experience.

For senior accounting positions, professional membership of bodies such as ICAN, ACCA or ANAN is required where stated.

Medical and Dental Positions

The university is recruiting:

Senior Medical Officer
Medical Officer
Dental Surgeon
Dental Surgeon II

Medical candidates are expected to possess the relevant professional qualifications, complete housemanship where required, register with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria and hold a valid practising licence.

Nursing and Health-Related Positions

Health-sector vacancies include:

Senior Radiographer
Nursing Officer
Senior Health Record Officer
Health Record Assistant
Senior Dental Nursing
Principal Community Health Technician
Senior Community Health Technician
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Laboratory Assistant
Laboratory Assistant I
Laboratory Assistant II
Senior Scientific Officer
Scientific Officer
Higher Environmental Health Assistant
Health Assistant
Health Attendant

For example, the Nursing Officer position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Science (B.N.Sc.), registration and licensing with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria and NYSC discharge or exemption.

The Senior Radiographer position requires a relevant Bachelor’s degree in Radiography or Radiation Sciences, registration with the Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria and a valid practising licence.

ICT and Data Processing Jobs

Candidates with computing and technology backgrounds may also find opportunities in the advertised ICT-related positions.

These include:

Senior Data Programmer
Program System Analyst
Senior Program Analyst
Higher Data Processing Officer
Data Processing Assistant

Qualifications include degrees or Higher National Diplomas in areas such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Statistics, Data Science and related disciplines, depending on the position.

Experience requirements vary according to the grade.

Procurement, Stores and Technical Positions

Other vacancies include:

Principal Store Officer
Assistant Chief Procurement Officer
Senior Procurement Officer
Senior Stock Verifier
Higher Stock Verifier
Storekeeper
Technical Assistant
Senior Driver/Mechanic
Senior Craftsman
Craftsman
Senior Foreman
Higher Trade Officer

Applicants are required to possess the appropriate academic, technical or trade qualifications for the position they are applying for.

Library, Sports and Other Vacancies

The university also has openings for:

Librarian
Higher Library Officer
Senior Coach
Assistant Coach
Sport Assistant
Assistant News Editor
Farm Officer
Porter
Washman
Head Field Attendant
Field Assistant

Library and sports positions have specific qualification and experience requirements.

For instance, the Librarian position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science, evidence of relevant professional registration and three years of cognate experience.

Who Can Apply?

The recruitment is open to suitably qualified candidates who meet the educational, professional and experience requirements attached to their preferred positions.

Depending on the position, applicants may need:

SSCE/WASC/GCE
National Diploma (ND)
Higher National Diploma (HND)
Bachelor’s degree
Master’s degree
PhD
Professional registration or licence
NYSC discharge or exemption certificate
Relevant post-qualification experience
Trade Test certificate for certain technical positions

Healthcare professionals should pay particular attention to their professional registration and practising licence requirements.

Important Things Applicants Should Know

One important point is that not every position requires a university degree. Some of the advertised vacancies are available to candidates with SSCE, ND, HND or technical/trade qualifications.

At the same time, applicants should not apply for positions simply because they have a related qualification. Experience, professional registration, publications and rank-specific requirements may determine eligibility.

Academic applicants, especially those applying for senior positions, should carefully document their teaching, research, publications and administrative experience.

Applicants should also check their certificates and professional licences before submitting an application. Any discrepancy in names, dates, qualifications or professional registration details should be addressed appropriately.

How to Apply for Federal University of Allied Health Sciences Enugu Recruitment

The information provided in the recruitment notice lists the available positions and their requirements, but the specific application procedure, application portal and closing date should be confirmed from the official recruitment announcement issued by the university.

Federal University of Allied Health Sciences Enugu Recruitment Portal:

https://fuahse.edu.ng/recruitmentportal/apply.php

Recruitment

Applicants should avoid submitting personal information or making payments through unofficial websites, agents or social media pages claiming to represent the university.

Before applying, candidates should confirm:

The exact position they are qualified for.
The required academic qualification.
The required years of experience.
Professional registration requirements.
NYSC requirements.
Publication requirements for academic positions.
The official application procedure.
The application deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Federal University of Allied Health Sciences Enugu recruiting?

Yes. The recruitment notice invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for various teaching and non-teaching positions across different faculties, departments and administrative cadres.

What academic positions are available?

The academic vacancies include Professor, Reader/Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I, Lecturer II and Assistant Lecturer.

Can a candidate with ND or HND apply?

Yes, depending on the particular non-teaching position. Some vacancies specifically accept ND, HND or other professional qualifications.

Is NYSC required?

NYSC discharge or exemption is required for many of the advertised positions, particularly graduate-level roles. Candidates should check the specific requirements of their preferred position.

Are professional licences required?

Yes, where applicable. Healthcare, engineering, accounting and other regulated professions may require registration with the appropriate professional body and, in some cases, a valid practising licence.

What are the requirements for Professor?

The advertised Professor position requires a relevant first degree, Master’s degree and PhD, at least 12 years of relevant university experience, substantial scholarly publications and relevant administrative experience, among other requirements.

Are there vacancies for nurses?

Yes. The recruitment includes academic positions in Nursing Sciences as well as non-teaching healthcare positions such as Nursing Officer and Senior Dental Nursing.

Are there jobs for SSCE holders?

Yes. Some lower-level non-teaching positions accept SSCE/WASC/GCE, including certain clerical, porter, attendant, washman, field and related roles.

The Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu recruitment provides opportunities across academic, healthcare, administrative, accounting, ICT, technical, library, sports and support services.

Because the requirements differ significantly from one position to another, candidates should read the official recruitment notice carefully and apply only for positions for which they meet the stated qualifications and experience.

Applicants should also rely on official university communication for the application portal, deadline and any subsequent recruitment stages. This is particularly important when dealing with university recruitment, as unofficial websites and social media accounts can sometimes publish incomplete or misleading information.