Niger Delta University (NDU) Recruitment for Academic and Non-Academic Staff
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Niger Delta University (NDU) recruitment for academic and non-academic staff has opened opportunities for qualified Nigerians seeking careers in higher education, research, healthcare, and technical services. The recruitment exercise covers a wide range of teaching and non-teaching positions across multiple faculties and departments at the Bayelsa State–owned institution.
Niger Delta University was established in 2000 by the Bayelsa State Government and is located on Wilberforce Island, approximately 30 kilometres from Yenagoa, the state capital. The university operates a main campus and a College of Health Sciences campus on Wilberforce Island, alongside a satellite campus in Yenagoa that houses the Faculty of Law.
Since the commencement of academic activities in the 2001/2002 session, the institution has expanded from an initial intake of 1,039 students to a population exceeding 20,000 students, supported by more than 3,500 academic and non-academic staff.
Ejes Gist News reports that the latest recruitment drive aligns with the university’s ongoing efforts to strengthen teaching capacity, research output, and administrative efficiency across its twelve faculties.
Overview of Niger Delta University Recruitment
The Niger Delta University recruitment exercise targets both academic and non-academic roles. The vacancies are distributed across teaching faculties, laboratories, farms, health sciences units, and technical departments. All positions are based at Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State.
The recruitment reflects NDU’s mandate to provide quality tertiary education, promote research relevant to the Niger Delta region, and contribute to national development through skilled manpower training. Candidates are expected to meet defined academic, professional, and regulatory standards, depending on the position applied for.
Academic Staff Vacancies at Niger Delta University
Assistant Lecturer Positions at NDU
The Assistant Lecturer role is an entry-level academic position designed for early-career scholars with strong academic foundations and postgraduate training.
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Location: Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State
Faculties Covered:
- Social Sciences
- Science
- Pharmacy
- Nursing
- Management Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Engineering
- Education
- Clinical Sciences
- Basic Medical Sciences
- Basic Clinical Sciences
- Arts
- Agriculture
Requirements:
- A good First Degree, not below Second Class Lower Division, plus a Master’s Degree, or
- A Master’s Degree with relevant professional registration
- Mandatory registration on Google Scholar
The Google Scholar requirement reflects the university’s emphasis on research visibility, academic publishing, and citation tracking, which are increasingly used as performance metrics in Nigerian universities.
Lecturer II Positions at NDU
Lecturer II positions are mid-level academic roles requiring demonstrated teaching experience and research productivity.
Location: Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State
Faculties Covered:
- Social Sciences
- Science
- Pharmacy
- Nursing
- Management Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Engineering
- Education
- Clinical Sciences
- Basic Medical Sciences
- Basic Clinical Sciences
- Arts
- Agriculture
Requirements:
- A Ph.D. from a recognized university, or
- A Master’s Degree with at least one journal publication
- Minimum of three years pre-teaching or teaching experience
- Registration on Google Scholar
Applicants are expected to show evidence of scholarly publications in reputable journals, consistent with National Universities Commission (NUC) standards for academic appointments.
Non-Academic Staff Vacancies at Niger Delta University
Beyond teaching roles, the Niger Delta University recruitment includes several non-academic positions essential to institutional operations, research support, and service delivery.
Technologist II Positions
Location: Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State
Requirements:
- HND, Final Diploma, or B.Sc (Professional Degree)
- Eligibility for registration with the relevant professional institute
- National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge or exemption certificate
Technologists are critical to laboratory management, equipment maintenance, and practical training support for students.
Laboratory Scientist II Positions
Location: Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State
Requirements:
- HND, Final Diploma, or B.Sc (Professional Degree)
- Registrable with the relevant professional institute
- NYSC discharge or exemption certificate
Laboratory Scientists support diagnostic, teaching, and research activities, particularly within health sciences and medical faculties.
Medical Laboratory Technician Positions
Location: Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State
Requirements:
- WASC or SSCE qualification
- Three years of professional training
- Registration with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria
This role supports laboratory services in clinical and teaching hospitals associated with the university.
Pharmacy Technician Positions
Location: Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State
Requirements:
- WASC or SSCE qualification
- Three years of professional training
- Registration with the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria
Pharmacy Technicians assist in drug dispensing, inventory management, and pharmaceutical services within the university’s health facilities.
Nursing Officer Positions
Location: Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State
Requirements:
- N.R.N or N.R.M qualification
Nursing Officers are deployed within teaching hospitals and health centres linked to the university’s College of Health Sciences.
Agricultural Superintendent Positions
Location: Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State
Requirements:
- OND or ND in a relevant agricultural field
The role supports agricultural teaching, research farms, and field operations under the Faculty of Agriculture.
Farm Officer II Positions
Location: Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State
Requirements:
- HND with PGD in Agriculture, or
- B.Agric or B.Fisheries degree
- NYSC discharge or exemption certificate
Farm Officers contribute to crop production, livestock management, fisheries operations, and applied agricultural research.
Faculties and Departments Covered by the Recruitment
The Niger Delta University recruitment spans twelve faculties, reflecting the institution’s multidisciplinary structure. These include:
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Pharmacy
- Faculty of Nursing
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Agriculture
Each faculty plays a role in addressing regional and national development challenges, particularly in areas such as environmental sustainability, public health, engineering, and socio-economic policy.
Research Environment and Academic Expectations at NDU
Niger Delta University is situated within a biologically rich environment on Wilberforce Island, providing opportunities for collaborative research in biodiversity, environmental science, agriculture, public health, and oil-producing region studies.
Academic staff are expected to:
- Engage in teaching, research, and community service
- Publish in peer-reviewed journals
- Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research
- Participate in faculty and university committees
The emphasis on Google Scholar registration reflects global trends in research profiling, citation analysis, and academic impact measurement.
Employment Conditions and Career Development
While specific remuneration details are determined by university regulations and government-approved salary structures, staff appointments at NDU typically follow Nigerian university norms, including:
- Consolidated academic salary structures for teaching staff
- Pension and contributory schemes
- Opportunities for promotion based on performance and qualifications
- Access to research grants and conference participation, subject to policy
Non-academic staff similarly benefit from structured career progression within the university system.
How to Apply for Niger Delta University Recruitment
Interested and qualified candidates are required to apply through the official online recruitment portal. Apply Here
Application Procedure:
- Complete the online application form accurately
- Upload required academic and professional credentials
- Submit the application before the stated deadline
Applicants are advised to ensure that all information provided is verifiable and consistent with uploaded documents, as discrepancies may lead to disqualification.
Application Deadline
The closing date for all applications under the Niger Delta University recruitment exercise is 31 January 2026, with submissions accepted until 12:00 midnight.
Early submission is encouraged to avoid technical challenges associated with last-minute applications.
