FUADSI Recruitment Exercise – The Federal University of Agriculture and Development Studies, Iragbiji (FUADSI), located in Osun State, has officially opened its doors to new employees as part of its 2025 recruitment exercise.
FUADSI Recruitment Exercise large-scale hiring drive covers a wide selection of academic, professional, and administrative roles, offering qualified Nigerians an opportunity to build a career within a fast-growing federal institution.
According to the university’s management, FUADSI Recruitment Exercise exist across multiple faculties, departments, and operational units. The FUADSI Recruitment Exercise spans senior and junior academic positions as well as diverse non-teaching appointments essential to the smooth running of the university.
Applicants of FUADSI Recruitment Exercise are strongly encouraged to go through the category they intend to apply for with careful attention. FUADSI has emphasized that overlooking even minor requirements may affect eligibility, as the screening process will strictly follow stated guidelines.
Overview of FUADSI Recruitment Exercise
The FUADSI Recruitment Exercise is structured to strengthen teaching, research, administration, and technical services across the university. Positions are available for:
- Academic staff in teaching and research roles
- Library professionals
- Administrative and technical personnel
- Health, security, ICT, farm, and works staff
Each role is tied to specific qualifications, experience levels, and in some cases, professional body registrations.
Academic Staff Positions Available at FUADSI
Faculty of Agriculture and Renewable Natural Resources
FUADSI is expanding its core agricultural departments with openings across several academic ranks.
Department of Food Science and Technology
Available roles include Professor, Lecturer I, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Soil Science
Vacancies exist for Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Agricultural Economics
Positions are open for Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Agricultural Extension
The department seeks qualified candidates for Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant roles.
Department of Agribusiness
Academic openings include Professor, Lecturer I, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Crop Science
The University is recruiting for Professor, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant positions.
Department of Forestry and Wildlife Management
Available positions include Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Family and Consumer Science
Recruitment is ongoing for Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Water Resources Management and Agro-Meteorology
Vacancies cover Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant roles.
Department of Horticulture and Landscape Management
Positions available include Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Fisheries and Aqua cultural Science
The department is hiring Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant candidates.
Department of Animal Science
Open academic roles range from Professor to Graduate Assistant.
Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
Department of Accounting
Openings include Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Economics
The department is recruiting Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant staff.
Department of Business Administration
Vacancies are available for Professor, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Entrepreneurship
Academic roles include Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Positions range from Professor to Graduate Assistant.
Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
Department of Computer Sciences
The university seeks Professors, Senior Lecturers, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturers, and Graduate Assistants.
Department of Mathematics
Open roles include Professor, Lecturer I, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Physics with Electronics
Recruitment covers Professor, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant positions.
Department of Industrial Chemistry
Vacancies exist for Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Plant Science (Botany)
Available roles include Senior Lecturer, Lecturer I, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Animal and Environmental Biology (Zoology)
The department is hiring Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant staff.
Department of Chemistry
Positions include Professor, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Biochemistry
Vacancies are available for Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant.
Department of Meteorology
The university is recruiting Senior Lecturer, Lecturer II, Assistant Lecturer, and Graduate Assistant candidates.
Department of Microbiology
Openings range from Professor to Graduate Assistant.
General Studies Unit (English Language and Philosophy)
Academic roles include Senior Lecturer and Assistant Lecturer.
Minimum Requirements for Academic Appointments
FUADSI Recruitment Exercise has outlined clear criteria for each academic rank:
- Professor: Candidates must have served at the rank of Reader for at least three years, possess a PhD, demonstrate significant scholarly publications, and have a minimum of ten years of post-qualification teaching experience.
- Senior Lecturer: Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent qualification, possess at least six years of university teaching experience, and present credible academic publications.
- Lecturer I: Requires a PhD with a minimum of two years teaching experience and evidence of supervising undergraduate research.
- Lecturer II: Applicants must hold a PhD or a Master’s degree with measurable progress toward PhD completion, alongside at least three years of teaching or professional practice.
- Assistant Lecturer: A Master’s degree with at least a Second Class Lower division is required; PhD enrollment is an added advantage.
- Graduate Assistant: A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of Second Class Upper division is mandatory.
For disciplines governed by professional bodies, valid registration is compulsory.
University Library Career Opportunities
The FUADSI Library system is also recruiting qualified professionals for the following roles:
- Senior Librarian
- Librarian I
- Librarian II
- Assistant Librarian
- Graduate Librarian
Applicants must be registered with the Librarians’ Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN) and possess basic computer proficiency.
Non-Teaching and Administrative Vacancies
FUADSI Recruitment Exercise also extends to non-academic units essential to university operations. Positions are available in:
- Office of the Vice-Chancellor
- Registry Department
- Bursary and Accounts
- Internal Audit Unit
- Medical and Health Services
- University Farm
- Laboratories
- ICT Services
- Security Unit
- Library Services
- Works and Maintenance Department
Roles cut across legal services, procurement, public relations, administration, finance, auditing, healthcare, agriculture, information technology, security operations, driving, and technical support.
Each non-teaching role carries its own academic qualification, professional certification, and experience requirements as detailed in the official vacancy notice. Candidates are advised to study these conditions thoroughly before proceeding, as incomplete or incorrect applications may be disqualified.
How to Apply for FUADSI Recruitment Exercise
FUADSI Recruitment Exercise Applications for all positions are completed online only through the university’s official recruitment portals.
- Academic staff applicants must apply via the designated academic recruitment page on the FUADSI website.
- Non-teaching applicants are to use the non-teaching recruitment portal provided by the university.
During the FUADSI Recruitment Exercise application process, candidates are required to upload the following documents:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Relevant academic certificates
- NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter
- Any additional supporting documents requested for the role
Applicants should ensure that all uploads are clear, accurate, and properly named to avoid processing delays.
FUADSI Recruitment Exercise Timeline
- Application opens: 17th of December 2025 (Wednesday)
- Application closes: 27th of January 2026 (Tuesday)
University management has cautioned that the application window may be shortened due to administrative considerations. Prospective applicants are therefore advised to complete their submissions within three weeks of the opening date to avoid unexpected closure.
Only candidates who meet the stated requirements and are shortlisted will be contacted. Recruitment updates and official announcements will be published on the university’s vacancies page.
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