The Obafemi Awolowo University has opened recruitment opportunities for qualified candidates seeking academic and non-teaching positions, with vacancies spanning several faculties and departments. Applications are open to both internal and external candidates for six weeks from the date of publication.
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, has announced vacancies for academic and non-teaching staff in an advertisement published by Nigerian Tribune on Friday, October 9, 2026.
The recruitment exercise provides opportunities for qualified Nigerians and other eligible candidates to pursue careers at one of Nigeria’s prominent federal universities.
According to the advertisement, the recruitment covers several faculties and departments, including Administration, Agriculture, Arts, Basic Medical Sciences, Basic Clinical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Dentistry, Education, and Environmental Design and Management.
The university invited suitably qualified applicants to apply for the available positions.
- List of Academic Vacancies at OAU
The advertisement identifies vacancies across several faculties and departments.
Faculty of Administration
The available positions include:
International Relations: Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer and Graduate Assistant.
Accounting: Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer and Graduate Assistant.
Business Administration: Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer and Graduate Assistant.
Local Government and Development Studies: Assistant Lecturer and Graduate Assistant.
Public Administration: Lecturer II and Assistant Lecturer.
Faculty of Agriculture
Vacancies include:
Agricultural Extension: Lecturer II and Graduate Assistant.
Agricultural Extension, Iwoye Project: Junior Research Fellow.
Family Nutrition and Consumer Sciences: Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer and Graduate Assistant.
Forestry Resources and Wildlife Management: Lecturer II and Assistant Lecturer.
Animal Science: Assistant Lecturer and Graduate Assistant.
Faculty of Arts
The departments listed include:
Linguistics and African Languages.
Dramatic Arts.
English.
Foreign Languages.
History.
Music.
Philosophy.
Religious Studies.
Institute of Cultural Studies.
The positions include Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer and Graduate Assistant, depending on the department.
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
The advertisement lists opportunities in:
Human Nutrition.
Physiological Sciences.
Medical Rehabilitation.
Medical Biochemistry.
Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences
The listed departments include:
Medical Pharmacology and Therapeutics.
Chemical Pathology.
Haematology and Immunology.
Medical Microbiology and Parasitology.
Morbid Anatomy and Forensic Medicine.
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
The visible portion of the advertisement identifies opportunities in:
Community Health.
Otorhinolaryngology.
Dermatology and Venereology.
Mental Health.
Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology.
Other faculties
The job portal also identifies vacancies in Restorative Dentistry, Education, Educational Technology, Environmental Design and Management, Building, Estate Management and Fine Arts.
- How Much Will Successful Applicants Earn?
The advertisement includes salary structures under the Consolidated University Academic Salary Structure (CONUASS).
The visible portions indicate the following annual salary ranges for some academic positions:
Academic position Salary structure Annual salary range
Lecturer II CONUASS 03 ₦2,887,448–₦3,366,138
Assistant Lecturer CONUASS 02 ₦2,599,713–₦3,040,268
Graduate Assistant CONUASS 01 ₦2,327,557–₦2,594,922
These figures are the salary ranges printed in the advertisement’s visible sections. They should not be interpreted as take-home pay, as deductions and applicable allowances may affect individual earnings.
Applicants should also check the complete advertisement for the salary structures attached to other positions.
- Who Can Apply?
The advertisement states that the recruitment exercise is open to both internal and external candidates.
However, eligibility depends on the particular position.
Candidates should carefully review the requirements for their preferred department, including the necessary academic qualifications, professional qualifications where applicable, relevant experience and other stipulated conditions.
Applicants should not assume that the same qualifications apply to every position.
- How to Apply for OAU Recruitment 2026
The university’s recruitment portal is available at:
Official OAU recruitment portal
Based on the university’s published general application instructions, both academic and non academic candidates should:
- Visit the official recruitment portal www.apply.oauife.edu.ng
- Locate the relevant vacancy and confirm the eligibility requirements.
- Create an applicant profile or log in, as applicable.
- Prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Provide copies of academic and professional credentials.
- Upload the required supporting documents through the online application portal.
- Complete the application and follow the portal’s instructions for submission.
Applicants should ensure that the information supplied is accurate and that all required documents are uploaded.
Note: Confirm that the 2026 vacancies are available on the portal before submitting an application. The application procedure should be checked against the specific instructions accompanying the October 2026 advertisement.
- What Is the Application Deadline?
The advertisement was published on Friday, October 9, 2026, and states that the recruitment exercise will remain open for six weeks from the date of publication.
On that basis, the six-week period would end around Friday, November 20, 2026.
Candidates should nevertheless verify the closing date on the official recruitment portal or in the complete advertisement before submitting their applications.
- Important Advice for Applicants
Candidates interested in the recruitment exercise should take the following steps:
Read the requirements for their preferred position carefully.
Prepare their CVs and supporting documents early.
Ensure their academic qualifications match the advertised requirements.
Apply through the university’s official recruitment portal.
Check their email accounts and the recruitment portal for updates.
Avoid paying unofficial agents or individuals who promise guaranteed employment.
The university’s official website is available at [Obafemi Awolowo University
Conclusion
OAU’s October 2026 recruitment advertisement presents opportunities for qualified candidates interested in academic careers and other professional roles within the university.
With vacancies advertised across multiple faculties and departments, prospective applicants should examine the complete recruitment notice, confirm the specific requirements for their preferred positions and submit their applications within the stipulated period.
Source: Nigerian Tribune, Friday, October 9, 2026; Obafemi Awolowo University recruitment information.
