LAGOS BUSINESS SCHOOL

Research

Research Assistant

Lagos Business School (LBS) is the graduate business school of Pan-Atlantic University, dedicated to developing responsible leaders for Africa and the world. LBS is the first business school in West Africa to be accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Association of MBAs (AMBA – placing it among the top 2% of business schools globally. Consistently ranked by the Financial Times: LBS is currently ranked #1 in Africa for Custom Executive Education.

Beyond its academic mandates, LBS plays a pivotal programmatic role in Nigeria’s economic landscape through its specialised Research Centres and Initiatives. Functioning as a “think-do tank,” the School anchors critical national interventions in key sectors, including financial inclusion, sustainability, and digital governance. By bridging the gap between rigorous research and practical application, LBS partners with government agencies and industry leaders to drive evidence-based policy, foster innovation, and solve complex societal challenges.

Role Summary:

To provide comprehensive research support to faculty, including literature reviews, experimental design, and data management.

Qualification and Experience

The Research Assistant should have a first degree in social science or management science with a Master’s or research-based postgraduate degree and membership of a relevant professional body considered advantageous, alongside demonstrated experience in data collation and analysis within a medium to large-scale organisation or research institution. The candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Collaborate with supervising faculty to align research priorities, monitor progress, and support academic planning.
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and contribute to high-quality scholarly publications, articles, and reports.
• Support the full publication process, including editing, referencing, and professional formatting of academic outputs.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data through secondary research and fieldwork activities.
• Assist with teaching support functions, including course material preparation, attendance tracking, and instructional duties.
• Manage faculty coordination by maintaining schedules, organising sessions, and supporting academic engagements.

The candidate should also possess the following competencies

• Quantitative and qualitative research skills, including data analysis and fieldwork implementation.
• Proficiency in digital tools and software (e.g., Excel, SPSS) with strong online research capabilities.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills, including calendar coordination.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail in transcription, proofreading, and referencing.
• High adaptability with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities efficiently.

To apply:

Please submit a cover letter and your CV, including certified copies of your degrees and diplomas, to careers@lbs.edu.ng using the subject line “Research Assistant-2026”

Individuals from previously disadvantaged population groups are encouraged to apply. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise. The University retains the right to verify all information provided by candidates. Should you not receive a reply within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date: May 30, 2026