SCHOOL OF NURSING
VACANCY NO: IRC 3172
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) teach post-graduate and undergraduate level courses in Oncology and palliative care nursing; (ii) supervise undergraduate and graduate student’s projects as need may arise; (iii) participate in all academic and professional activities of the department including research; (iv) and carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Requirements: Applicants should possess: (i) a PhD in Nursing; (ii) a master’s degree in nursing science in Oncology and Palliative care; (iii) a bachelor’s degree in nursing science; (iv) show evidence of engagement in research; v) registered or registrable as a specialist nurse in Oncology and Palliative care with Nursing and Midwifery Council of Botswana vii) Evidence of governance and social engagement in Nursing Science, vi) as well as teaching experience at a university or comparable institution, will be added advantages.
N.B. In special circumstances, a master’s degree in nursing science in Oncology and Palliative care with a bachelor’s degree in nursing science of at least 2(i) pass/GPA of at least 3.6 or 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
Applicants are to address the stated qualification in their application letters and provide other information to assist the University in determining their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, telefax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, an active nursing practice certificate, and names and addresses of three referees. Complete documentation should be sent to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Health Sciences, Private Bag UB 00712, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2641; Fax (267) 3974538; e-mail: FHSHR@ub.ac.bw. Hand-delivered applications should be submitted to Block 246, Office 304.
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: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
Closing Date: 15 May 2026