UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA: LECTURER IN PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY- VACANCY NO. IRC 206

DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY

LECTURER IN PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY

VACANCY NO. IRC 206 

Duties: The successful candidate will be required to: (i) teach all areas of Physical Chemistry at Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels and General Chemistry at Undergraduate level; (ii) teach the following particular areas in the Graduate program; Spectroscopy, Polymers, Electrochemistry and Theoretical Chemistry (Quantum Chemistry and/or Computational Chemistry); (iii) embark on active

research in an area that will complement existing research in the Chemistry Department or in the area of the candidate's specialization; (iv) render the professional service normally associated with a University lectureship. The following are some of research areas that are currently of interest to the Physical Chemistry section: Polymers, Colloids and Interfacial Phenomena, Thermodynamics, Solution Chemistry and Spectroscopy.

Requirements:  The candidate must have: (i) at least a Master of Science Degree in Chemistry with specialization in one of Spectroscopy, Polymers, Electrochemistry or Theoretical Chemistry (Quantum Chemistry and/ or Computational Chemistry); (ii) a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry with at least a 2(i) pass/ GPA of at least 3.6; (iii) shown evidence of engagement in research and service. A PhD Degree in Physical Chemistry, teaching experience at a University or comparable institution, and demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

Applicants are to address the stated qualifications in their application letters and provide other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the Vacancy Number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees. Complete documentation should be sent to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Science, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2454(267) 355 2454; Fax (267) 318 5097; E-mail: fosvacancies@mopipi.ub.bw . Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 233, Office No. 135 (233/135).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

CLOSING DATE: 14^th March 2014