VACANCY NO: FHS/ SoPH 1/ 2020 - LECTURER
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) teach undergraduate and graduate courses in in Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Risk Assessment and Environmental Health Sampling Techniques; (ii) take an active part in the supervision and assessment of undergraduate and graduate students research projects; (iii) serve in committees within the University and external professional organizations.
Requirements: Candidates should have: (i) a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Environmental or Analytical Chemistry or in Chemistry; (ii) expertise in spectrometric techniques for analysis of pesticides, heavy metals and must be able to operate different analytical equipment; (iii) evidence of engagement in research; (iv) teaching experience at a University or comparable institution, Governance and Social Engagement will be added advantages.
NB: Applicants with a Master’s Degree in Environmental or Analytical Chemistry or Master of Science (Chemistry) with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry or Applied Chemistry or Biology with at least a second class, first division (2.1) pass or equivalent may be considered. Lecturer appointees holding a Master’s Degree shall be appointed on contract with the possibility of renewal.
Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Signed letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. Applicants should indicate clearly the post applied for, quote the vacancy number and provide current curriculum vitae (CV), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, and three work-related reference letters sent directly to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Health Sciences, Private Bag UB 00712, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 5689; Fax (267) 3974538; e-mail: tsimako@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.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 246, Office 303.
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.