Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Okitipupa was established by the Ondo State Government in 2008. The University was initially named as Ondo State University of Science and Technology (OSUSTECH), Okitipupa. The Ondo State Government changed the name of the University to Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH) in December, 2019. The University is a technology-based institution which aims at providing the needed manpower training in order to address the critical areas of industrial and technological development of Ondo State and Nigeria as a whole.
The Vision of the University is to be a leading internationally recognized institution raising a corpus of technologically competent individuals able to respond to the needs of their environment in a technologically driven economy. The rapidly growing University currently runs academic programmes in three Schools. These are School of Science, School of Engineering and Engineering Technology and School of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. The University has a student population of almost 5,000 students and is committed to the enthronement of highest academic and moral standards.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for immediate employment into the vacant position below:
Job Title: Professor (Cyber Security)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Requirements
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree, not below second-class lower division in Computer Science, Mathematics or ICT-related discipline, Master’s and Ph.D Degrees in Computer Science with specialisation in Cyber Security, with a minimum of twelve (12) years post- qualification experience in teaching research and student supervision in a recognised university.
- The candidates must also have extensive scholarly publications in reputable high-impact journals, both locally and internationally, have experience in grantsmanship, demonstrate ability to initiate and direct new research efforts, provide mentorship to junior academics, considerable administrative experience and postgraduate supervision.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 7.
Job Title: Reader (Cyber Security)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Requirements
- The candidate must possess a good first degree not below second-class lower division in Computer Science, Mathematics or ICT-related discipline, a Master’s and Ph.D degrees in Computer Science with specialisation in Cyber Security, and a minimum of eight (8) years post- qualification experience in teaching research and community service with a minimum of three (3) years post-appointment experience as Senior Lecturer.
- Candidates should demonstrate a record of scholarly publications in high-impact journals at both local and international levels, possess experience in securing research grants, show the capacity to initiate and lead new research initiatives, provide effective mentorship to junior academics, and have substantial administrative experience as well as postgraduate supervision skills.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 6.
Job Title: Senior Lecturer (Cyber Security)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Requirements
- The candidate must possess a good first degree, not below second-class lower division, in Computer Science, Mathematics, or an ICT-related discipline; a Master’s and PhD degrees in Computer Science with specialisation in Cyber Security; and a minimum of six (6) years post-qualification experience in teaching and research.
- Candidates are expected to possess a strong record of scholarly publications in high-impact journals locally and internationally, demonstrate successful experience in obtaining research grants, exhibit the ability to initiate and lead innovative research initiatives, provide effective mentorship to junior academics, and have significant administrative experience.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 5.
Job Title: Lecturer I (Cyber Security)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Requirements
- The candidate must possess a good first degree, not below second-class lower division, in Computer Science, Mathematics, or an ICT-related discipline; a Master’s and PhD degrees in Computer Science with specialisation in Cyber Security; and a minimum of three (3) years post-qualification teaching and research experience in a university or a relevant tertiary institution.
- Candidates must also possess scholarly publications in high-impact journals, both locally and internationally.orship to junior academics, and have significant administrative experience.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 4.
Job Title: Lecturer II (Cyber Security)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Requirements
- The candidate must possess a good first degree, not below second-class lower division, in Computer with specialisation in Cyber Security.
- Science, Mathematics, or an ICT-related discipline; a Master’s and PhD degrees in Computer Science.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 2.
Job Title: Senior Lecturer (Marine Science)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Requirements
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree not below Second-class lower division in Earth Science or Environmental Science, a Master’s and Ph.D Degree in Marine Science or in any of the relevant areas of Geological, Geophysical, Physical and Chemical Oceanography, and Marine Meteorology with a minimum of six (6) years post-qualification experience in teaching, research and student supervision in a recognised university.
- In addition, the candidates must have extensive scholarly publications in reputable high-impact journals to their credit and demonstrate evidence of exemplary academic leadership as well as community service.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 5.
Job Title: Reader (Marine Science)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Requirements
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree not below Second-class Lower Division in Earth Science or Environmental Science, a Master’s Degree and Ph.D Degree in Marine Science or in any of the relevant area of Geological, Geophysical, Physical and Chemical Oceanography, and Marine Meteorology with a minimum of nine (9) years post qualification experience in teaching, research and student supervision in a recognised university.
- The candidates must also have extensive scholarly publications in reputable high-impact journals, both locally and internationally, have experience in grantsmanship, demonstrate ability to initiate and direct new research efforts, provide mentorship to junior academics, considerable administrative experience and postgraduate supervision.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 6.
Job Title: Professor (Marine Science)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Requirements
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree not below Second-class Lower Division in Earth Science or Environmental Science, a Master’s Degree and Ph.D Degree in Marine Science or in any of the relevant area of Geological, Geophysical, Physical and Chemical Oceanography, and Marine Meteorology with a minimum of twelve (12) years post qualification experience in teaching, research and student supervision in a recognised university.
- The candidates must also have extensive scholarly publications in reputable high-impact journals, both locally and internationally, have experience in grantsmanship, demonstrate ability to initiate and direct new research efforts, provide mentorship to junior academics, considerable administrative experience and postgraduate supervision.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 7.
Job Title: Professor (Marine Science)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Requirements
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree not below Second-class Lower Division in Earth Science or Environmental Science, a Master’s Degree and Ph.D Degree in Marine Science or in any of the relevant area of Geological, Geophysical, Physical and Chemical Oceanography, and Marine Meteorology with a minimum of twelve (12) years post qualification experience in teaching, research and student supervision in a recognised university.
- The candidates must also have extensive scholarly publications in reputable high-impact journals, both locally and internationally, have experience in grantsmanship, demonstrate ability to initiate and direct new research efforts, provide mentorship to junior academics, considerable administrative experience and postgraduate supervision.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 7.
Job Title: Lecturer II (Marine Science)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Requirements
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree not below second-class lower division in Earth Science or Environmental Science, a Master’s Degree and PhD Degree in Marine Science or in any of the relevant areas of Geological, Geophysical, Physical and Chemical Oceanography, and Marine Meteorology.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 3.
Job Title: Lecturer I (Marine Science)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Requirements
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree not below second-class lower division in Earth Science or Environmental Science, a Master’s and Ph.D Degree in Marine Science or in any of the relevant areas of Geological, Geophysical, Physical and Chemical Oceanography, and Marine Meteorology with a minimum of three (3) years post-qualification experience in teaching, research and student supervision in a recognised university.
- In addition, the candidates must have extensive scholarly publications in reputable high-impact journals to their credit and demonstrate evidence of exemplary academic leadership as well as community service.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 4.
Job Title: Professor (Meteorology)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Qualification and Experience
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree, not below Second-class Lower Division in Meteorology, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, or any relevant field, a Master’s and Ph.D degrees in Meteorology or Climate Science with a minimum of twelve (12) years post- qualification experience in teaching, research and student supervision in a recognised university.
- In addition, the candidates must have extensive scholarly publications in reputable high-impact journals to their credit and demonstrate evidence of exemplary academic leadership as well as community service.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 7.
Job Title: Reader (Meteorology)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Qualification and Experience
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree, not below Second-class Lower Division in Meteorology, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, or any relevant field, a Master’s and Ph.D degrees in Meteorology or Climate Science with a minimum of nine (9) years post-qualification experience in teaching, research and student supervision in a recognised university.
- In addition, the candidates must have extensive scholarly publications in reputable high-impact journals to their credit and demonstrate evidence of exemplary academic leadership as well as community service.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 6.
Job Title: Senior Lecturer (Meteorology)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Qualification and Experience
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree, not below Second-class Lower Division in Meteorology, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, or any relevant field, a Master’s and Ph.D degrees in Meteorology or Climate Science with a minimum of six (6) years’ post- qualification experience in teaching, research and student supervision in a recognised university.
- In addition, the candidates must have extensive scholarly publications in reputable high-impact journals to their credit and demonstrate evidence of exemplary academic leadership as well as community service.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 5.
Job Title: Lecturer I (Meteorology)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Qualification and Experience
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree, not below second-class lower division in Meteorology, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, or any relevant field, a Master’s and Ph.D degrees in Meteorology or Climate Science with a minimum of three (3) years post- qualification experience in teaching, research and student supervision in a recognised university.
- In addition, the candidates mus have extensive scholarly publications in reputable high-impact journals to their credit and demonstrat evidence of exemplary academic leadership as well as community service.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 4.
Job Title: Lecturer II (Meteorology)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Qualification and Experience
- The candidate must possess a good First Degree not below Second-class Lower Division in Meteorology, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, or any relevant field, a Master’s and Ph.D degrees in Meteorology or Climate Science.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.
Salary Grade
CONUASS 3.
Job Title: Deputy of Information, Protocol and Public Relations
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Job Summary
- The Director will oversee the development and implementation of information strategies, manage protocol services, and ensure effective communication and representation of the university.
Qualifications & Experience
- Candidates are required to possess a good degree in Communication, Public Relations, or a related field, with a minimum of Nineteen (19) years of cognate experience within a university or similar institution plus a Master’s degree in the above discipline with fifteen years of cognate experience.
- Additionally, at least three (3) of those years should have been served in a Deputy Director capacity, and registration with relevant professional bodies is mandatory.
Specifically, the candidate is expected to:
- Develop and implement information, protocol, and public relations strategies.
- Manage media relations and communications.
- Coordinate protocol events and ceremonies.
- Provide strategic advice on public relations and image management.
- Foster relationships with stakeholders, including media, government, and alumni, and must be computer literabe.
Salary Grade
CONTISS 15.
Job Title: Deputy Registrar
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Qualification and Experience
- Candidate must possess a good degree with at least Second Class (Lower Division) plus a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university, with a minimum of twelve (12) years cognate experience in a university system or relevant tertiary institution of higher learning, three (3) of which must have been at the Semi Management Position (Principal Assistant Registrar).
- The candidate must be a member of at least one relevant professional body e.g. NIM, NIPM, CIPM, ANUPA, etc.
Specifically, the candidate is expected to be a person:
- Demonstrates strong leadership abilities capable of inspiring and motivating team members
- Values and actively promotes merit-based recognition
- Maintains focus, demonstrates innovation, and possesses effective communication skills
- Exhibits excellent physical and mental health and is proficient in computer literacy.
Salary Grade
CONTISS 14.
Job Title: Engineer Grade II (Electrical)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Qualifications and Experience
- Candidate must possess a good degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering and must be registerable with relevant professional bodies (eg. COREN, NSE).
- The candidate must have a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in Electrical Engineering with strong knowledge of electrical systems, codes and regulations.
Salary Grade
CONTISS 7.
Job Title: Engineer Grade II (Mechanical)
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Qualifications and Experience
- Candidates must possess a good degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering and must be registerable with relevant professional bodies (e.g. COREN, NSE).
- The candidate must have a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in Mechanical Engineering and must have strong knowledge of Mechanical systems, codes and regulations.
Salary Grade
CONTISS 7.
Job Title: Architect
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Job Summary
- The successful candidate will be responsible for designing planning, and overseeing the construction of buildings and other infrastructure projects within the university.
Responsibilities
Specifically, the candidate will be expected to:
- Design and develop architectural plans and specifications.
- Conduct site analysis and feasibility studies.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to determine project requirements.
- Oversee construction projects to ensure compliance with designs and regulations,
- Develop and maintain relationships with contractors, engineers, and other Professional
Qualifications and Experience
- Candidate must possess a good Honours degree or equivalent in Architecture, registerable with the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON), or any other relevant professional bodies.
- The candidate must possess a minimum of five (5) years post-qualification experience or a Master’s degree in Architecture with two (2) years of experience and must be computer literate.
Salary Grade
CONTISS 8.
Job Title: Director of Physical Planning, Works and Maintenance Services
Location: Okitipupa, Ondo
Job Summary
- The Director of Physical Planning, Works and Services is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the development, maintenance, and management of the university’s physical infrastructure.
Responsibilities
Specifically, the candidate will be expected to:
- Oversee planning, design, and execution of capital projects and renovations.
- Supervise maintenance of buildings, infrastructure, and utilities.
- Prepare and maintain the University’s fixed assets register and make periodic reports to the Senate and Council on the physical state of the University.
- Establish and enforce facility management and sustainability policies.
- Liaise with contractors, consultants, and government agencies.
- Manage budgets, procurement, and project schedules.
- Ensure compliance with regulations and university policies.
- Manage the department’s budgets, oversee procurement processes, and develop and monitor project schedules to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of all assignments.
- Ensure that all activities comply with applicable regulations as well as the university’s internal policies and procedures.
Qualifications and Experience
- Candidate must possess a good degree or equivalent in the relevant field (Engineering / Architecture / Building Technology / Surveying or Town Planning) plus Nineteen years (19) years post-registration experience, plus a Master’s degree in any of the above fields with fifteen (15) years of post-qualification experience, three (3) of which must have been as a Deputy Director and be registered with relevant professional bodies.
Salary Grade
CONTISS 15.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit fifteen (15) copies each of their Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV), and well-collated photocopies of certificates. The Curriculum Vitae should include, among others, the following:
- Full Name
- Date and Place of Birth of Birth
- State and Local Government of Origin
- Nationality
- Permanent Home Address
- Current Postal Address
- E-mail / GSM
- Marital Status
- Number and age of children
- Next of kin address, E-mail, and Telephone number
- Educational Institutions attended with dates
- Academic Qualifications obtained with dates
- Professional Qualifications obtained with dates
- Work Experience including details of former and Present Posts with dates
- List of Publications where applicable
- Service to the Community
- Major Conferences and Workshops Attended
- Extra-Curricular Activities
- Names and Address of Three (3) References
- Major Professional Achievements, Contributions including Awards Received.
- Signature and Date.
All applications should be addressed to:
The Registrar,
Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH),
Okitipupa, Ondo State,
Nigeria.
Note:Applicants should inform their Referees to send confidential reports on them directly to the Registrar.
Application Closing Date:18th March, 2026
