FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
VACANCY NO. IRC 2707
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Energy/Thermal Engineering and related areas; (ii) Supervise both undergraduate and graduate student research projects; (iii) Conduct research in energy/thermal engineering and related areas, and also complement existing research activities; (iv) Participate in other academic and professional activities of the department; (v) Provide professional service and carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Requirements: Applicants should (i) have a PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related areas; (ii) have a Master of Science in Energy/Thermal Engineering or equivalent; (iii) have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field of at least 2(i) pass/GPA and/or at least 3.6 equivalent; (iv) show evidence of engagement in research; (v) Register/or be eligible to register with ERB as a Professional Engineer. Teaching experience in the area of energy engineering at a university or comparable institution and evidence in governance and social engagement will be added advantages.
N.B. Under special circumstances a Master of Science in Energy/Thermal Engineering or equivalent with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field of at least 2(i) pass/GPA and/or at least 3.6 equivalent may be considered.
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 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. Complete documentation should be sent to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Private Bag UB 0061, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 4204; E-mail: fetrecruitment@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 the stipulated closing date.
Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be processed.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 248, Office No. 205 (248/205).
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing Date: 20th August 2025