FACULTY OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY
VACANCY NO: IRC3350
The University of Botswana (UB), a state–owned tertiary education institution, invites suitably qualified, and experienced candidates for the position of Lecturer in the Department of Chemistry.
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to i) Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Inorganic chemistry; ii) Supervise both undergraduate and graduate student research projects; iii) Conduct research in their area of expertise and also complement existing research areas in Inorganic Chemistry; participate in other academic and professional activities of the department; iv) Render professional service and carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Chair of Department/Head of School.
Requirements: Applicants should have: (i) at least PhD degree in Chemistry, specializing in Inorganic Chemistry. (ii) Show evidence of engagement in research (iii) Teaching experience in General and Organometallic Chemistry, Atomic Structure and Bonding, Coordination Chemistry, Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms, Homogeneous catalysis as well as, governance and social engagement are added advantages.
Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to apply: Applicants are to address the stated qualifications in their application letters and provide any 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 work experience references. Complete documentation should be sent to: Senior Professional: HR Business Partnering, Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2454; Fax (267) 318 5097; E-mail: fnasvacancies@ub.ac.bw.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No. 121 at Block 233 (233/121).
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 acknowledged.
NB: Online applications should be submitted as one merged PDF document per position. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing date: 07 August 2026