Career Opportunities at Gombe State University: Recruitment for Academic and Non-Academic Positions

Gombe State University, established in 2004, is a reputable public institution committed to delivering high-quality education across a broad range of disciplines. The University offers over 60 undergraduate and 97 postgraduate programmes through its various faculties, including the College of Medical Sciences. GSU is widely recognized for its dedication to academic excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement.

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In furtherance of its strategic vision, the University recently established a Faculty of Agriculture in collaboration with Michigan State University, USA. Built on the Land-Grant University philosophy, the Faculty is designed to serve as a Centre of Excellence in climate-smart agriculture, agribusiness, and agricultural technology, contributing to sustainable agricultural development in Gombe State and beyond.

The University hereby invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the following vacancies:

Academic Vacancies

1.Lecturer ll (Animal Science)

2. Lecturer ll (Forestry and Wildlife)

3. Lecturer ll (Agricultural Economics)

4. Lecturer ll (Crop Science)

5. Lecturer ll (Agricultural Extension and Rural Development)

6. Lecturer ll (Soil Science)

7. Lecturer ll (Fisheries and Aquaculture)

8. Lecturer ll (Horticulture and Landscape Management)

Requirements:

  • Candidates should posses a Ph.D or Master’s Degree with research potential. MSC holders require at least five Publications.

9. Lecturer 1 (Soil Science)

10. Lecturer 1 ( Fisheries and Aquaculture)

11. Lecturer 1 (Horticulture and Landscape Management)

12. Lecturer 1 ( Animal Science)

13. Lecturer 1 (Crop Science)

14. Lecturer 1 ( Agricultural Economics)

15. Lecturer 1 (Agricultural Extension and Rural Development)

16. Lecturer 1 (Forestry and Wildlife)

Requirements:

  • Ph.D Degree in relevant discipline.
  • Minimum of three years as Lecturer ll or equivalent.
  • 3-6 years teaching experience with at least 12 publication points

17. Assistant Lecturer ( Forestry and Wildlife)

18. Assistant lecturer ( Fisheries and Aquaculture)

19. Assistant Lecturer (Soil Science)

20. Assistant Lecturer ( Agricultural Economics)

21. Assistant Lecturer ( Agricultural Extension and Rural Development)

22. Assistant Lecturer (Crop Science)

23. Assistant Lecturer (Horticulture and Landscape Management)

Requirements:

  • Candidates should possess a Master’s Degree in a relevant field with demonstrated research potential.

24. Graduate Assistant (Forestry and Wildlife)

25. Graduate Assistant (Animal Science)

26. Graduate Assistant (Crop Science)

27. Graduate Assistant (Agricultural Economics (

28. Graduate Assistant (Fisheries and Aquaculture)

29. Graduate Assistant (Agricultural Extension and Rural Development)

30. Graduate Assistant (Soil Science)

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division.

31. Senior Lecturer (Soil Science)

32. Senior Lecturer (Crop Science)

33. Senior Lecturer (Horticulture and Landscape Management)

34.Senior Lecturer (Agricultural Extension and Rural Development)

35. Senior Lecturer (Animal Science)

36. Senior Lecturer (Forestry and Wildlife)

37. Senior Lecturer (Fisheries and Aquaculture)

38. Senior Lecturer (Agricultural Economics)

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Requirements:

  • Ph.D Degree in a relevant discipline.
  • Minimum of three years as Lecturer 1 or equivalent.
  • 7-9 years of teaching experience with at least 35 publications.

39. Reader (Crop Science)

40. Reader (Agricultural Extension and Rural Development)

41. Reader (Agricultural Economics)

42. Reader (Soil Science)

43. Reader (Fisheries and Aquaculture)

44. Reader (Forestry and Wildlife)

45. Reader (Horticulture and Landscape Management)

Requirements:

  • Ph.D in relevant discipline.
  • 10-12 years of teaching/research experience.
  • Minimum of three years as Senior Lecturer
  • At least 60 publication points, evidence of postgraduate supervision.

46. Professor (Soil Science)

47. Professor (Fisheries and Aquaculture)

Requirements:

  • Ph.D in a relevant discipline.
  • Minimum of three years as Reader.
  • 12-15 years of teaching/research experience
  • At least 70 publication points, evidence of postgraduate supervision and academic leadership.

 

Non-Academic Vacancies

Job Title: Farm Officer

Location:Tudun – Wada, Gombe

Requirements

  • ND / HND / B.Agric / B.Agric Tech in relevant disciplines with registration in appropriate professional bodies.
  • Relevant practical experience would be an added advantage.

 

Job Title: Field Assistant

Location:Tudun – Wada, Gombe

Requirements

  • ND / HND / B.Agric / B.Agric Tech in relevant disciplines with registration in appropriate professional bodies.
  • Relevant practical experience would be an added advantage.

 

Job Title: Technician

Location:Tudun – Wada, Gombe

Requirements

  • ND / HND / B.Agric / B.Agric Tech in relevant disciplines with registration in appropriate professional bodies.
  • Relevant practical experience would be an added advantage.

 

Job Title: Laboratory Technologist

Location:Tudun – Wada, Gombe

Requirements

  • ND / HND / B.Agric / B.Agric Tech in relevant disciplines with registration in appropriate professional bodies.
  • Relevant practical experience would be an added advantage.

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General Requirements For All Candidates:

  • ICT proficiency
  • Strong academic/professional qualifications relevant to the role applied for.
  • Capacity for innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Commitment to advancing Agricultural education, research and engagement.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Applications which should include the following below:

  • Application Letter
  • Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV
  • Copies of credentials
  • List of publications (where applicable)
  • Names and addresses of three referees.

All Applications should be addressed to the “Registrar, Gombe State University, Gombe State” and submitted via email to: recruitment@gsu.edu.ng.Applicant must clearly indicate the department they are applying to in the subject line of the email.

Application Closing Date: May 8th, 2026

Career Opportunities at Gombe State University: Recruitment for Academic and Non-Academic Positions

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