POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP at Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa (SLUK)
🎓 POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT
Organisation: Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa (SLUK)
Location: Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State, Nigeria
Programme: Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme (PDFS)
Duration: 12 Months (Renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds)
📌 Overview
Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa (SLUK) invites applications from highly motivated and qualified early-career researchers for its Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme (PDFS). This programme provides a platform for promising scholars to advance their research, engage in academic development, and contribute to the university’s research priorities.
🔬 Areas of Engagement
Applications are welcomed from scholars in the following disciplines:
Technology & Computing: Software Engineering | Computer Science | Cyber Security | Information Technology
Business & Social Sciences: Accounting | Business Management | Economics | Sociology
Agriculture & Environmental Studies: Soil Science | Animal Science
Information Studies: Library and Information Science
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Academic Qualification: Hold a PhD from a recognized university in a relevant or closely related discipline.
Recency of PhD: Obtained their PhD within the last five (5) years.
Employment Status: Must not be a current full-time employee of SLUK.
Research Focus: Present a viable research proposal closely aligned with the University’s research priorities.
💰 Remuneration & Benefits
Salary Grade: Placed on CONUASS 03 Step 3 (subject to Senate approval).
Additional Benefits:
Access to university medical services.
Staff accommodation (where available).
Full access to campus library, computing, and recreational facilities.
Limited support for approved research expenses and conference participation (subject to funding and approval).
📝 Key Responsibilities & Expectations
Selected Fellows will be required to:
Conduct approved, high-integrity academic research.
Time Commitment: Devote at least 60% of their time to research while contributing to teaching responsibilities.
Assist in the supervision of undergraduate and (where appropriate) postgraduate students.
Publication Targets: Produce at least one (1) paper indexed in Scopus/Web of Science and one (1) paper published in an SLUK journal resulting from the fellowship research.
Active participation in academic seminars, workshops, and conferences.
Submit regular progress reports and a comprehensive final research report.
📑 Required Application Documents
Interested candidates must prepare and submit the following:
Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed CV including a full publication history.
Academic Credentials: Certified copy of the PhD certificate or official confirmation of the award.
Research Proposal: A comprehensive proposal outlining the title, background, objectives, methodology, work plan, expected publications, and potential contributions to SLUK.
Reference Letters: Two (2) academic reference letters from recognized scholars in the candidate’s field.
📩 How to Apply
Application Deadline: 22 November 2026
All application packages and supporting documents should be sent via email to:
Address Applications To:
The Registrar
Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa
P.M.B. 048, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State, Nigeria.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for screening and interviews.
