UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA JOBS: LECTURER IN ECONOMIC GEOLOGY (2 years Contract Position)

Faculty / Department : Human Resources

Job Detail:

FACULTY OF SCIENCE 

DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY

LECTURER IN ECONOMIC GEOLOGY (Contract Position – 2 yrs)

VACANCY NO: FSc/ G 1/ 2016

The Department of Geology at the University of Botswana offers a four (4) Geology and a three (3) year undergraduate Applied Geophysics degree programs. We also currently offer a two (2) year taught graduate degree program in Hydrogeology. We will be offering graduate programs in other geological sub-disciplines in the very near future. We currently seek to employ a motivated and suitably qualified individual to teach in the area of Economic Geology within the department.

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Economic Geology and Ore Microscopy at undergraduate and graduate levels as well as Field Geology, and perform any other duties as determined by the Department of Geology; (ii) supervise student research projects and thesis at both undergraduate and graduate levels; (iii) conduct research in their area of specialization; (iv) provide academic leadership through the enhancement of teaching, research and community service; (v) facilitate partnerships internally and externally; (v) serve on committees within the University and external professional organizations; (vi) provide mentorship to junior academic staff; (vii) carry out any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: Applicants should have: (i) at least a Masters’ Degree in Economic Geology and/or Exploration Geology; (ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or related fields with at least a 2(i) pass/ GPA of at least 3.6; (iii) show evidence of engagement in research and service; (iv) a relevant PhD, teaching experience in the field of Geology 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.

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; 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 Office No. 135 at Block 233 (233/135).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted