Federal University of Transportation Daura Announces Recruitment for Senior Academic Positions
The Federal University of Transportation Daura (FUTD) in Katsina State has announced recruitment for senior academic positions, including Professors, Associate Professors, Senior Lecturers, and Lecturer I.
The Federal University of Transportation Daura (FUTD) has opened applications for multiple senior academic positions as part of its commitment to advancing transportation education, research, and innovation in Nigeria. The institution, established by the Federal Government, aims to be a global center of excellence in transportation studies.
The University is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the following positions:
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Professors (CONUASS 07)
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Associate Professors (CONUASS 06)
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Senior Lecturers (CONUASS 05)
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Lecturer I (CONUASS 04)
Academic Programs at FUTD
FUTD offers 14 specialized programs under two faculties:
Faculty of Transportation Engineering
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Department of Civil Engineering (B.Eng. Civil Engineering)
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Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering (B.Eng. Electrical and Electronics Engineering)
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Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering (B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering, B.Eng. Mechatronics Engineering)
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Department of Highway Engineering (B.Eng. Highway Engineering)
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Department of Railway Engineering (B.Eng. Railway Engineering)
Faculty of Transportation Management
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Department of Logistics and Maritime Economics (B.Sc. Logistics and Supply Chain Management, B.Sc. Maritime Economics)
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Department of Aviation and Railway Management (B.Sc. Aviation Management, B.Sc. Railway Transport Management)
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Department of Transport and Ports Management (B.Sc. Transport Management, B.Sc. Sea Port and Dry Port Management)
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Department of Transport Safety and Environmental Administration (B.Sc. Maritime Safety and Environmental Administration, B.Sc. Inland Waterways Safety & Environmental Administration)
General Requirements for Applicants
Professors (CONUASS 07)
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PhD in a relevant specialization.
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Minimum of three years as an Associate Professor.
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Extensive teaching, research, and professional experience.
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Track record of scholarly publications.
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Experience in postgraduate supervision and research project execution.
Associate Professors (CONUASS 06)
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PhD in a relevant field.
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Minimum of three years as a Senior Lecturer.
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Strong research and leadership experience.
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Notable scholarly publications.
Senior Lecturers (CONUASS 05)
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PhD in a relevant field.
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Minimum of three years as a Lecturer I.
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At least six years of teaching and research experience.
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Demonstrated research and mentorship experience.
Lecturer I (CONUASS 04)
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PhD in a relevant specialization.
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Minimum of three years of teaching and research experience.
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Evidence of publications in reputable journals.
Priority Areas of Recruitment
FUTD is particularly interested in specialists in the following areas:
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Railway Track Design and Maintenance
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Rolling Stock Engineering
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Signaling and Telecommunications Systems
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Intelligent Transport Systems
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Transport Cybersecurity
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Aviation Management and Safety
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Ship Design and Maintenance
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Public-Private Partnerships in Transport Development
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Green Mobility and Electric Vehicles
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Renewable Energy Solutions for Transportation
Application Process
Interested candidates must submit:
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Three copies of a detailed Curriculum Vitae, including academic qualifications, work experience, and a list of publications.
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Evidence of previous work experience and research contributions.
Mode of Submission: Applications should be addressed to: The Registrar,
Federal University of Transportation Daura,
P.M.B. 1050, Daura, Katsina State, Nigeria.
Additionally, applicants must send an electronic copy of their CV and application in PDF format to registrar@futd.edu.ng.
Deadline for Submission
All applications must be submitted within four weeks from the date of this publication.
The University is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds, including women and individuals across Africa and beyond.
For more details, visit www.futd.edu.ng.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor