Unilag African Cluster Centre Postdoctoral Fellowship In African Studies Fellows are typically accommodated in research sections within the Lagos ACC at the Institute of African and Diaspora Studies (IADS). The IADS is one of the fastest growing academic research institutes in West Africa. The Institute engages in interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary research, and also addresses issues that concern Africa, Africans and the Diaspora.
Each fellow will work under the supervision of an expert with relevant and related specialization. In addition, a successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the various research activities related to their project; publish, at least, one article in a highly reputable peer-reviewed journal within the fellowship period; participate in teaching activities of the IADS; and present a lecture in the IADS Monthly Lecture Series.
About University of Lagos (UNILAG)
Founded in 1962, the University of Lagos has, for over 5 decades, provided qualitative and research-oriented education to Nigerians and all those who have entered its domain in search of knowledge. The University has built a legacy of excellence and has been instrumental in the production of top range graduates and academia who have had tremendous impact, directly or indirectly, on growth and development in Nigeria.
Benefits of Postdoctoral
Fellowship
- The fellowship covers travel costs, accommodation, and monthly stipend.
Requirements for Postdoctoral Fellowship Qualification
- Interested applicants must possess a Ph.D. which must have been awarded not earlier than July 2018;
- Applicants’ subject areas must be within the Humanities, Social Sciences, or Management Sciences, and other related fields;
- Good communication skills in either English or French language or both.
Documents Required for Application
Interested applicants must submit the followings:
- Soft copy of Ph.D. certificate,
- A two-page summary of Ph.D. thesis
- A three-page proposal of postdoctoral research topic,
- Recent Curriculum Vitae (CV),
- Two reference letters.
How To Apply
Applications are to be submitted online. Applicants should forward their documents (in PDF) to iads@unilag.edu.ng on or before 23. 59 WAT (mid-night), August 31, 2023.
Applicants will be communicated via email. All inquiries should be forwarded to iads@unilag.edu.ng.
For more details, visit Lagos ACC website on https://iads.unilag.edu.ng/lacc/?page_id=7359
