JOBS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA: Professor/ Associate Professor/ Senior Lecturer/ Lecturer in Design and Manufacturing (1 position) (3-year contract)

Department/Faculty

Industrial Design and Technology

VACANCY NO: FET/ ID&T 2/ 2017

Duties: 

The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in design and manufacturing such as computer-aided design, computer-aided manufacturing and additive manufacturing; (ii) participate in all academic and professional activities of the Department including research and supervision of research projects/dissertations; (iii) carry out  any other duties and responsibilities that will be assigned by the Head of Department. 

Requirements: 

Professor: Candidates should have; (i) at least a Masters’ Degree in ­­ Design/ Engineering/ Technology or related fields; (ii) at least 8 years of teaching experience at a University or comparable institution; (iii) a good and sustained record of research and publications with at least 24 publications, 12 of which should be refereed journal articles; lead and/or single author in at least 10 refereed journal articles or book chapters; (iv) evidence of service to University, the Profession and the Community; (v) evidence of effective academic leadership; (vi) a relevant PhD will be an added advantage. The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications; clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, name(s) of publishers and name(s) of co-authors if any. Publications should be categorized into: books, monographs, refereed and non-refereed journals, chapters in books, etc.

Associate Professor: Candidates should have (i) at least a Masters’ Degree in Design/ Engineering/ Technology or related fields; (ii) at least 5 years of teaching experience at a University or comparable institution; (iii) have a good and sustained record of research and publications with at least 12 publications, 8 of which should be refereed journal articles; lead and/or single authored in at least 6 refereed journal articles or book chapters; (iv) evidence of service to University, the Profession and the Community; (v) evidence of effective academic leadership; (vi) a relevant PhD will be an added advantage. The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications; clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, name(s) of publishers and name(s) of co-authors if any. Publications should be categorized into: books, monographs, refereed and non-refereed journals, chapters in books, etc.

Senior Lecturer: Candidates should have: (i) at least a Masters’ Degree in ­ Design/ Engineering/ Technology or related fields; (ii) a Bachelors’ Degree in Design/ Engineering/ Technology or related fields with at least a 2(i) pass / GPA of at least 3.6; (iii) at least 3 years of teaching experience at a university or comparable institution; (iv) a good and sustained record of research and publications with at least 6 publications, 4 of which are peer reviewed journal articles; (v) lead and/or single author in at least 2 refereed journal articles or book chapters; (vi) applicants should demonstrate evidence of service; (vii) a relevant PhD and  demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages. The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications; clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, name(s) of publishers and name(s) of co-authors if any. Publications should be categorized into: books, monographs, refereed and non-refereed journals, chapters in books, etc.

Lecturer: Applicants should have: (i) at least a Masters’ Degree in Design/ Engineering/ Technology or related fields; (ii) a relevant Bachelor’s Degree 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 at a University or comparable institution and demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply:  Applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University determine your suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, telex and telefax numbers and email), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, three reference letters, and send the complete documentation to: The HR Manager, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, University of Botswana Private Bag UB 0061, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 4214; Fax (267) 3952309; E-mail: lebogang@mopipi.ub.bw. Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 248/255. Applicants should inform their referees to quote the Vacancy number and position applied for.

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date: Open Until Filled