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LECTURER IN LANGUAGE EDUCATION (CONTRACT POSITION)

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF PRIMARY EDUCATION

LECTURER IN LANGUAGE EDUCATION (CONTRACT POSITION)

VACANCY NO: FE/PE03/2022

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Lecturer in Language Education, Department of Primary Education, Faculty of Education.

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) teach theory and practical in all aspects of Language Education; (ii) provide academic leadership through the enhancement of teaching, research, professional and community service; (iii) take an active part in the supervision and assessment of graduate and undergraduate students’ research projects; (iv) carry out any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: candidate should have: (i) at least a PhD/EdD in Applied linguistics or related field. (ii) Show evidence of research (iii) Evidence of governance and social engagement as well as teaching at University or comparable institution will be an added advantage.

NB: In special circumstances a Master’s Degree in Educational Language or related field may be considered, provided that the applicant has a Bachelor’s Degree or related fields with at least a 2(i) pass.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to Apply: Signed Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants  should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include  contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and THREE (3)  reference letters to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Education, University of Botswana, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana or E-mail: Educaio@ub.ac.bw  Telephone: (267) 355 4069/2392; Fax (267) 318 5096. 

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

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No 111 at Block 231 (231/111). NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing date:  13 December 2022

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