If you hold a degree in Medical Laboratory Science and have the appropriate certification, The Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro is offering an opportunity to join its Medical Services Department as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist
Grade: CONHESS 08
Location: Ilaro, Ogun
Department: Medical Services
Application Deadline: 5th September, 2025

About the Institution

The Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro was established by Decree No. 33 of July 25, 1979. The Polytechnic opened to students on November 15, 1979 on a temporary site provided by its host community, the ancient town of Ilaro, Ogun State. The first site of the Polytechnic was the compound of the Anglican Grammar School, Ilaro about half a kilometre from Ilaro township junction.

The Polytechnic was on this temporary site till 1983 when it moved to its permanent site along Ilaro/Oja-Odan Road, about three kilometres from Ilaro Township. It is also about 60 kilometers from Idiroko, a Nigerian Border town with Benin Republic. Ilaro town itself is an ancient town, land locked between Lagos and Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State. The polytechnic occupies a total of 898.116 hectares land area on its permanent site.

Requirements

Holders of a good Bachelor’s Degree (at least Second-Class Lower Division) in Medical Laboratory Science, registrable with the Institute of Medical Laboratory Scientist (IMLS) plus NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
Ability to manage students is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
5th September, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward ten (10) copies of a well-collated application, detailed Curriculum Vitae, and relevant credentials in hard copies. The CV should provide information on the following:

Full name with surname underlined
Date of birth
Place and state of origin
Sex
Nationality
Permanent home address
Current Postal address including phone numbers and e-mail address
Marital status
Number and ages of children
Educational Institutions attended with dates
Academic / Professional qualifications obtained with dates
Work Experience with dates
List of Publications with Details of Title, Publishers, or dates and pages (where applicable)
Conferences and Workshops attended with papers presented (Starting with the latest) in Peer-reviewed journals.
Details of Administrative Experience
Teaching Experience
Service to the Community (with status and dates)
Present Employment, Status, Salary and Employer
Extra-Curricular Activities
Names and addresses of three (3) referees (Employer, Educational and Personal).

Applications are to be addressed and submitted in an envelope marked with the position applied for on the top left side to:
The Registrar,
The Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro,
P. M. B. 50, Ilaro,
Ogun State.

Note

Applicants are advised to request their referees to forward report on them under confidential cover to the Registrar.
Holders of Degrees in Education (i.e. B.Ed, M.Ed, PhD) NEED NOT APPLY for academic positions, except for vacancies in Non-Teaching.
Similarly, applicants who are willing to join the civil / public service for the first time MUST be less than 50 years of age as at the time of resumption of duty.
Applicants must clearly state the position and the School / Department they are applying for in the application letter.
As approved by the Council, shortlisted senior staff positions will write Computer Based Examination (CBE) and undergo oral interviews.

Tips to Successfully Land This Job

To strengthen your application, ensure your CV reflects a solid academic foundation in Medical Laboratory Science with at least a Second-Class Lower Division. Be sure to include proof of registration with the Institute of Medical Laboratory Scientists (IMLS) and attach your NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.

If you’ve had any experience supporting students or working in institutional medical settings, highlight those clearly. A well-organized CV that meets the specified format, along with timely referee reports, will give your application the best chance of success.