The University of Lagos (UNILAG) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for appointment to the Lagos State Government Professorial Chair in Tax and Fiscal Matters.
A. ROLE DESCRIPTION
The occupier of the Lagos State Government Professorial Chair in Tax and Fiscal Matters will be expected to:
- Teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Taxation and Fiscal Matters.
- Deliver a Public Lecture in Taxation and Fiscal Matters to stimulate and enhance Industry/Academia cooperation through the use of research findings in Taxation and Fiscal Matters.
- Conduct research in specialized areas of Taxation and Fiscal Matters
B. MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic excellence and intellectual merit in the field of Taxation and Fiscal Matters Specifically, candidates must have:
- A good first degree in a relevant field and a Ph.D. in Law (Specialisation in Taxation and Fiscal Matters).
- Must be a full Professor with proven integrity, appreciable evidence of scholarly publication in reputable journals and international journals
- An impeccable record of teaching and continuing research in Taxation and Fiscal Matters.
- Administrative and academic leadership skills as well as communication and interpersonal skills. He or she must be of proven integrity
- Appreciable evidence of scholarly publications in reputable national and international journals.
- Evidence of ability to supervise Master’s and Doctoral students.
The successful applicant on being appointed would be addressed as the Chair occupier of the Lagos State Government Professorial Chair in Tax and Fiscal Matters
C. REMUNERATION
The appointment attracts an enhanced salary package (CONUASS 7/10 CATA included and the following allowances:
- Official Vehicle and Driver
- Accommodation
- Conference Grant
D. TENURE: The appointment to the Professorial Chair shall be for a period of one (1) year only.
E. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE: As contained in the UNILAG Conditions of Service for Senior Staff.
F. METHOD OF APPLICATION
Applicants should submit ten (10) copies of a detailed application and curriculum vitae, together with three (3) bound copies of publications. The CV must include:
- Full name
- Place and date of birth
- Contact details (home address, postal address, email, and telephone)
- Nationality and marital status (including number and ages of children)
- Academic and professional qualifications (with dates and institutions)
- Details of academic positions held
- List of publications
- Other relevant professional activities
- Names and contact details of three referees
- Proposed date of availability, if appointed
Applicants must also complete the online application form via https://career.unilag.edu.ng/jobportal/jobportal/ and attach the acknowledgement slip to the hardcopy submission.
Applications should be addressed to either:
The Director  Or The Deputy Registrar
Office of Advancement, Â Â Â Human Resources Management Directorate,
University of Lagos, Akoka-Lagos University of Lagos, Akoka-Lagos
email: advancement@unilag.edu.ng email: recruitment@unilag.edu.ng
G. CLOSING DATE: All interested applicants should note that application process, which commenced on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, will officially close on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, being the 42nd day from the commencement date.
All prospective applicants are hereby advised to complete and submit their applications on or before the stated deadline.
Mrs. V. Abosede Wickliffe
Registrar & Secretary to Council
