Lead Library Services. Support Research. Strengthen Access to Knowledge.
The University of Benin (UNIBEN) is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Senior Librarian to support the effective management and delivery of library services at the John Harris Library, providing resources and information services that support teaching, learning, and research. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with qualifications and experience in librarianship, library and information science, information management, academic library services, research support, or related fields.
If you are interested in this job opening you can continue on this page for more information on the job description and for the official online recruitment channel to begin application.
Applications are invited for the position below:
Job Title: Senior Librarian (John Harris Library)
Location: Benin City, Edo
Faculty: Library
Requirements
- First Degree not below Second-Class Lower Division with M.L.S or Master’s Degree in related discipline plus five (5) years of teaching experience with at least three (3) peer-reviewed publications.
- Computer literacy is required.
Application Closing Date
8th October, 2026.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Application Details
- Candidates should submit soft copies of their Application letter with detailed Curriculum Vitae and passport photograph via the link above.
- Applicant’s CV should be presented in the following order:
- Full Names (underline Surname)
- Post Applied For
- Date and Place of Birth
- Marital Status
- Gender
- Permanent Home Address
- Contact Address
- Mobile Phone Number(s)
- Email Address
- Google Scholar ID
- Orcid ID
- Nationality
- State of Origin
- Local Government of Origin
- Number and Age(s) of Child / Children
- Institutions Attended (with dates)
- Academic Qualifications (with dates)
- Professional Qualifications (with dates and awarding bodies)
- Details of Work Experience and Positions Held (with dates)
- Full Details of Teaching and Research Experience, including PhD Supervised and Graduated
- List of Publications (in chronological order)
- Research in Progress
- Membership of Professional Bodies
- Community Service Rendered
- Extracurricular Activities
- Names and Addresses of Three Referees.
Referees Report:
- Referees must send their reports (not later than one week after close of application) directly to the Registrar under confidential seal with Subject Heading Bearing the Name of the Applicant and Post Applied For. At least one Referee must be from the applicant’s most recent/current place of employment.
Note
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to come along with originals of their credentials and supporting documents which include:
- Academic / Professional Certificates.
- NYSC Certificate.
- Birth Certificate or Age declaration.
- State / Local Government of Origin.
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