LECTURER IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (2 YEAR CONTRACT)

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY

VACANCY NO: FSc/ C 1/ 2015

LECTURER IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (2 YEAR CONTRACT)

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to (i) teach Undergraduate and Graduate courses in Organic Chemistry; (ii) supervise both Undergraduate and Graduate student research projects; (iii) conduct research in their area of expertise; (iv) participate in academic and professional activities of the department; (v) carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: Applicants should have: (i) at least a Masters’ Degree in Organic Chemistry with coursework; (ii) a relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry with at least a 2(i) pass/ GPA of at least 3.6; (iii) show evidence of engagement in research (in the area of synthesis of natural products) and service; (iv) a relevant PhD, teaching experience at a University or comparable institution and demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages. The CV should provide a detailed list of courses (if any) ever taught as well as research and publications where applicable.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

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 numbers and email), 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; Fax (267) 318 5097; email: 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 office No. 135 at block 233 (233/135).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Last Date of Apply : 27.02.2015