Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to i) teach undergraduate and graduate level computer science courses such as distributed computing, mobile computing, and advanced operating systems; ii) supervise undergraduate projects but may be assigned to supervise graduate dissertations; iii) conduct research in the relevant field; iv) carry out any other responsibilities assigned by the Head of the Department.
Requirements: Applicants should have i) a doctorate in Computer Science or related area specializing in distributed computing or mobile computing; ii) show evidence of engagement in research.
The following will be added advantages: i) Evidence of governance (e.g. service to a university) and social engagement (e.g. service to the profession and community), ii) teaching experience at a university or comparable institution.
N.B. In special circumstances a master’s degree in Computer Science or related area may be considered provided the candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related fields with at least a 2(i) (CGPA of at least 3.6/5) or equivalent and may be considered on contract basis.
The curriculum vitae should contain a detailed list of published works, clearly specifying titles of publications, ISBN numbers (for books, book chapters and conference proceedings), dates of publications, names of publishers, name/s of co-authors if any and page numbers, where applicable. The works should be categorized into books, book chapters, refereed journals, non-refereed works, consultancies, and practical media projects.
Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information about the University visit our website: www.ub.bw.
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 CV’s (including telephone, telefax and email), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Science, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2454/2969, Fax (267) 318 5099; EE-mail: fosvacancies@ub.ac.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 stipulated closing date.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 233, Office No. 135 (233/135).
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing Date: 24 June 2022