Job Opportunities

LECTURER IN ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS (CONTRACT)

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

LECTURER IN ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS (CONTRACT)

VACANCY NO: FOS/ENV03/2023

The Faculty of Sciences invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Lecturer in Environmental Economics.

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) teach undergraduate and graduate courses in environmental economics and quantitative techniques in environmental science. (ii) supervise both undergraduate and graduate student research projects within the department; (iii) conduct research in their area of expertise; (iv) participate in the academic and professional activities of the Department; (vi) carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: Applicants should have: (i) a Doctorate in Environmental  Economics or a related field with a bias towards environmental economics; (ii) show evidence of engagement in research, The following will be added advantages: (i) evidence of governance and social engagement as well as teaching experience at a University or comparable institution.

NB: In special circumstances, a Master’s Degree in Environmental Economics or related field with a bias towards environmental economics, (plus at least a 2.1 pass or GPA of 3.6 at the Bachelor’s degree level) may be considered on a contract basis.

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 qualifications in their application letters 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, and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, three reference letters. Complete documentation should be sent to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Science, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 3552454; Fax (267) 318 5097; E-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 the stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No. 135 at Block 233 (233/135).

Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be considered.

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date:           30 June 2023

 

In pursuit of academic excellence