Applications are invited for the 2027 NNPC/Renaissance JV University Lecturers Sabbatical Research Programme, offering senior academics the chance to contribute to the company’s business objectives while gaining valuable industry experience.
Also see: 2027 NNPC/Renaissance JV Postgraduate Research Internship Programme (12 Months)
Quick Summary of 2027 NNPC/Renaissance JV University Lecturers Sabbatical Research Programme
| Host | Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), Renaissance, TotalEnergies and Agip Energy and Natural Resources Joint Venture. |
| Category | Internships |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Job title | NNPC/Renaissance JV University Lecturers Sabbatical Research Programme |
| Location | Nigeria |
| Duration: | 12 Months (Non-renewable) |
| Application Deadline | 2nd November, 2026. |
About the Programme
The sabbatical attachment offers University lecturers from the rank of Senior Lecturer and above the opportunity to undertake research and other activities that contribute to Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited’s business objectives.
It also provides an avenue to acquire industry-related experience and contribute to teaching and research activities at the Renaissance JV Centres of Excellence (CoEs).
Available Teams / Disciplines
- Environment: Impact Assessment and Biodiversity, Environmental Toxicology, Air Quality Assessment, Hydrobiology, Water Chemistry, Hydrogeology, Ecology, etc.
- Corporate Relations: Social Performance (Social Impact Assessment and Management)
- Corporate Relations: Host Community Development Trust (HCDT) / Stakeholder Relations
- Community Health: Consultant Community Health, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Pediatrics
- Nigerian Content Development: A Professor in any Engineering Discipline with interest in either Process or Project Engineering
- NNPC/Renaissance-JV Centre of Excellence in Geosciences and Petroleum Engineering, University of Benin, Benin City: Geology, Geophysics, and Petroleum Engineering
- NNPC/Renaissance-JV Centre of Excellence in Marine and Offshore Engineering, Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworkwo, Port Harcourt: Marine/Offshore Engineering and Naval Architecture
- Exploration: Geology / Geophysics, AI in exploration workflow
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications and supporting documents to: university-relations@renaissanceafrica.com using the relevant Team/Discipline as the subject of the mail.
Applications should consist of the following:
- Application letter stating team/discipline of interest.
- Curriculum vitae including contact phone number, email address, and contact information of three referees.
- A titled, one-page summary of how the candidate intends to add value to the Renaissance business during the 12-month sabbatical.
Application Closing Date: 2nd November, 2026.
Important Notes
- Renaissance and its Joint Venture partners DO NOT DEMAND PAYMENT FROM APPLICANTS. The application is entirely FREE of charge.
- Renaissance and its Joint Venture partners DO NOT ASSIGN representatives/”agents” to assist applicants’ application process.
- Applications from persons who have previously participated in the programme will not be considered.
- Application letters without the Team/Discipline of interest clearly stated will NOT be considered.
- Applications received after the deadline will not be considered, and ONLY shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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