Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the posts of lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Research and Evaluation, Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education.
DUTIES: The successful candidate is expected to: (i) teach research and evaluation at both undergraduate and graduate level. (ii) Participate in all academic and professional activities of the department including research and curriculum review; (iii) carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Section Head and Head of Department.
REQUIREMENTS:
Senior Lecturer: Candidates must have (i) A Doctorate Degree in Research and Evaluation or any related field. (ii) At least 3 years of relevant teaching experience at a university or comparable institution; (iii) an excellent cumulative and sustained record of research and publications with at least 6 pieces of research products published by recognized publishers, 4 of which must be articles in refereed/ accredited journals in internationally recognized indexing databases. The remaining 2 publications should be journal articles, book chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings etc. published by recognized publishers. An academic book may be equivalent to a maximum of 4 articles in refereed/accredited journals, depending on the quality and standing of the publisher; (iv) Sustained research output: a minimum of 1 peer reviewed publication every 2 years; (v) scholarly presentations at national and/or international conferences; (vi) be lead and/or single author in at least 2 refereed journal articles; (vii) publications should be spread nationally and /or internationally and across journals; (viii) some research impact, including but not limited to citations, the h-index, patents, policy applications, peer reviews, publications that are prescribed texts in other institutions etc. (required in at least 1 of these); (ix) recognized as being of at least national research standing (e.g. reviewer for refereed/ accredited national and regional publishers; Editorial board member of at least a national publisher in a relevant field; invitation as key note speaker at national and/or international conferences ( required in at least 1 of these); (x) Evidence of governance and social engagement. The following will be added advantages: (i) sustained research activity: ongoing internally and/or externally supported research; (ii) research awards and other forms of research recognition, where appropriate; (iii) examiner/moderator/assessor for undergraduate and/or postgraduate projects nationally; and (iv) expertise in the use of technology in research and evaluation methodologies.
Lecturer: Candidates must have (i) At least a Doctorate Degree in Research and Evaluation or any related field. (ii) Show evidence of engagement in research. Added advantage include: (i) Teaching experience at a university or comparative institution, (ii) evidence of Governance and social engagement, (iii) Expertise in the use of technology in research and evaluation methodologies.
N.B In special circumstances, candidates who do not have a Ph.D. may be considered provided they have; (i) a relevant Master’s degree, and (ii) a relevant Bachelor’s Degree or cognate field with at least a 2(i) pass or equivalent
The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications clearly specifying titles of publications, ISBN numbers, (for books, book chapters and conference proceedings), dates published, name of publishers and name(s) of co-authors, if any, and number of pages. The work should be categorized into books, book chapters, refereed journal articles, non-refereed works and consultancies.
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 qualification 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, clearly specify the position applying for (lecturer or Senior Lecturer), provide current CVs (including telephone and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three (3) referees, and send complete documentation to: The HR Manager, Faculty of Education, University of Botswana, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2392/4069; E-mail: Educaio@ub.ac.bw. Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit the references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date. 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: 26 June 2023