LECTURER IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

LECTURER IN SPECIAL EDUCATION, DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS (Contract position)

ORGANIZATION: UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA

FACULTY OF EDUCATION - DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS

VACANCY NO: IRC 1080 - LECTURER IN SPECIAL EDUCATION (Contract position)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of lecturer in Special Education, Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education.

DUTIES: The successful candidate is expected to: (i) teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in Special Education. (ii) Take an active part in supervision and assessment of graduate students. (iii) Participate in all academic and professional activities of the department including teaching practice, research and curriculum review and (iv) carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates should have: (i) a Doctorate in any of the following areas: Special Education, Learning Disabilities, and Inclusive Education, (ii) Show evidence of engagement in research.

Added advantage include: (i) Teaching experience at a university or comparative institution, (ii) Show evidence of Governance and social engagement, (iii) Expertise in the use of technology in Special Education methodologies.

N.B In special circumstances, candidates who do not have a Ph.D. may be considered provided they have; (i) a relevant Master’s degree, and (ii) a relevant Bachelor’s Degree or cognate field with at least a 2(i) pass or equivalent

The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications clearly specifying titles of publications, ISBN numbers, (for books, book chapters and conference proceedings), dates published, name of publishers and name(s) of co-authors, if any, and number of pages.  The work should be categorized into books, book chapters, refereed journal articles, non-refereed works and consultancies.

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

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants are to address the stated qualification 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, fax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three (3) referees, and send complete documentation to:  The HR Manager, Faculty of Education, University of Botswana, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2392/4069; E-mail: Educaio@ub.ac.bw. Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit the references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No 111 at Block 231 (231/111).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing date: 26 June 2023