FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
SCHOOL OF NURSING
DEPARTMENT OF CRITICAL CARE NURSING
VACANCY NO: IRC 3562
The University of Botswana (UB), a premier state-owned tertiary institution dedicated to shaping the future through excellence, research, innovation and meaningful societal impact, invites applications from accomplished and suitably qualified professionals for the position of Lecturer in Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing in the Department of Critical Care Nursing under the School of Nursing.
The Lecturer in Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing is responsible for undertaking independent teaching and research in the Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing discipline or related areas and make independent contributions to professional practice and/or expertise. The incumbent will also coordinate or lead the related activities as appropriate to the discipline and undertake administrative activities of the University.
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: i. Contribute to the development of and implementation of university, faculty and school level strategies, policies, plans, and procedures; ii. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing and related courses; iii. Supervise both undergraduate and graduate student research projects; iv. Conduct research in the specialize areas of Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing and also complement existing research activities; iv. Participate in other academic and professional activities of the department; v. Provide good disciplinary knowledge and ensure that use a range of learning practices; vi. Develop, update, and deliver undergraduate and possibly some graduate courses; vii. Design and administer assessments that accurately measure student learning outcomes; viii. Present scholarly articles at national and international seminars and conferences; ix. Develop portfolio of creative and professional work and participate in competitions to showcase contribution; x. Facilitate research capability development at community level; xi. Contribute to the development of research proposals and implementation of projects; xii. Participate in external research in efforts to boost the standing of the university as required; xiii. Participate in the identification and mitigation of operational risks; xiv. Collaborate with relevant internal and external stakeholders as needed to effectively deliver duties as defined; xv. Assist with organizing faculty/ university symposium and conferences of national importance and perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of School/Departmental Chairperson.
Requirements: Applicants should possess: (i) a PhD in Nursing; (ii) a Master’s degree in Nursing Science with specialization in Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing; (iii) registered or eligible to register as a Specialist Nurse in Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing with Nursing and Midwifery Council of Botswana (iv) a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing Science or equivalent.
N.B. Applicants with a (i) Master’s degree in Nursing Science specialization in Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing Science or Equivalent of 2(i)/GPA of at least 3.6 or equivalent (ii) registered or eligible to register as an Emergency Nurse Specialist with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Botswana may be considered under special circumstances.
Added advantages: i) Evidence of governance (e.g. service to a university) and social engagement (e.g. service to the profession and community), ii) teaching experience at a university or comparable institution, iii) Evidence of scholarship in Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing.
Other Requirements: Registered or eligible for registration with the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA)
Remuneration: The University offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to apply:
The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications; clearly specifying titles of publications, ISBN numbers, dates published, name of publishers, name of co-authors if any, and evidence of indexing in recognized databases for journal articles. Publications should be categorized into books, monographs, refereed journals, non-refereed journals, chapters in books, conference proceedings (specifying if peer-reviewed), etc. Candidates should also provide information on research grants, supervision, and other scholarly achievements.
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 and active e-mail address), certified copies of educational certificates & transcripts and names and addresses of three referees. Complete documentation should be sent to: The Faculty Manager, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Private Bag UB 00712, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355-2460/2969; e-mail: fmhsvacancies@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.
Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) quote the vacancy number; (ii) position applied for; (iii) submit the references directly to the address stated above before the stipulated closing date.
Hand-delivered applications should be sent to: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences building, Block 246, 3rd Floor, Office No. A311
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing Date: 11 November 2026