Professor, MSc Data Science Program


  2026-05-20
  Lagos, Nigeria
  Not specified
  Education

The Nigerian University of Technology and Management (NUTM) is a tertiary education institution located in Nigeria and established to deliver world-class science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) and Management academic excellence in Africa at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. The vision is to deliver 5,000 STEM leaders by 2030 and ultimately be ranked as one of the top 50 global institutions in STEM education.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Professor, MSc Data Science Program

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full time (Onsite)

Role Overview

  • The successful candidate will have a strong academic background, a proven record of research and publication, and significant teaching experience at the postgraduate level.
  • The position involves teaching, research, and service responsibilities, with a focus on contributing to the growth and development of the MSc Data Science program.
  • We are looking for a qualified and passionate individual to serve as a Professor in our MSc Data Science program.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Providing leadership in curriculum development, ensuring relevance to industry needs.
  • Mentoring and guiding postgraduate students in their academic and professional pursuits.
  • Engaging in cutting-edge research and contributing to the university's research objectives.
  • Conducting advanced courses in the MSc Data Science program.
  • Contributing to the academic community through committee work, program development, and other university service activities.

Qualifications

  • An outstanding record of scholarly publications in top-tier journals and conferences in Machine Learning, Data Engineering, Analytics/Fintechs, Big Data & Products Analytics, Deep Learning, Data Visualization, Data Governance, Natural Language Processing or Forensics.
  • Proven ability to mentor and supervise graduate students.
  • Active involvement in professional organizations related to Data Science.
  • A Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a closely related field from a reputable institution.
  • Extensive experience in teaching and curriculum development at the postgraduate level.

Requirements:

  • Alignment with the mission and values of the university
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with colleagues.
  • Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse academic environment.
  • In-depth understanding of contemporary issues in Data Science.

What We Offer
In order to build Africa’s foremost world-class university, we need Africa’s most brilliant minds. Joining NUTM will offer:

  • Competitive benefit packages.
  • Access to a wide network of high impact people.
  • Collaborative and innovative company culture.
  • Vibrant work environment.
  • Flexible work opportunities.
  • Continuous Learning and growth.
  • Comprehensive health care benefits.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send the following documents to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Application Documents

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Contact information for three professional references.
  • Copies of academic transcripts and certificates.
  • Cover letter outlining teaching philosophy, research interests, and contributions to the university's mission.
  • Portfolio of scholarly work, including publications and research projects.

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