FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
VACANCY NO. IRC 2704
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to:(i) Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Ergonomics in Product Design (e.g., Physical Ergonomics, Cognitive Ergonomics, Human Factors in Design) and related areas; (ii) Supervise both undergraduate and graduate student research projects; (iii) Conduct research in Ergonomics and also complement existing research activities in the area; (iv) Participate in other academic and professional activities of the department; (v) Render professional service, contribute to University Governance and Social Engagement, and carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Requirements:
Lecturer: Applicants should have: (i) A PhD in Ergonomics, Human Factors Engineering, Industrial Design (with a specialization in Ergonomics), or a related discipline; (ii) A Master’s Degree in Ergonomics, Human Factors Engineering, Industrial Design (with a specialization in Ergonomics), or a related field; (iii) A Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Design and Technology Education, Ergonomics, Human Factors Engineering, or a related field of at least 2.1 or equivalent (Second Class, First Division) or equivalent GPA (e.g., 3.6 on a 5-point scale); (iv) Show evidence of engagement in research; (v) Registered/or be eligible to register with ERB as a Professional Engineer. Teaching experience in Ergonomics at a University or equivalent, and evidence in Governance and Social Engagement will be added advantages. Industrial experience and/or professional certification in Ergonomics (e.g., CPE, C.Erg.) will also be an added advantage.
N.B. In special circumstances, a relevant Master’s degree in Ergonomics, Human Factors Engineering, Industrial Design (with a specialization in Ergonomics), or a related field with a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Design and Technology Education, Ergonomics, Human Factors Engineering, or a related field of at least 2.1 or equivalent (Second Class, First Division) or equivalent GPA (e.g., 3.6 on a 5-point scale) may be considered.
Senior Lecturer: Applicants should have: (i) A PhD in Ergonomics, Human Factors Engineering, Industrial Design (with a specialization in Ergonomics), or a related discipline; (ii) A Master’s Degree in Ergonomics, Human Factors Engineering, Industrial Design (with a
specialization in Ergonomics), or a related field; (iii) A Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Ergonomics, Human Factors Engineering, or a related field; (iv) At least 3 years teaching experience in Ergonomics or related areas at a university or comparable institution; (v) an excellent cumulative and sustained record of research and publications with at least 6 pieces of research products published by recognised publishers, 4 of which must be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognised indexing databases. The remaining 2 publications could 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; (vi) sustained research output: a minimum of 1 peer reviewed publication every 2 years; (vii) scholarly presentations at national and/or international conferences; (viii) lead and/or single author in at least 2 refereed journal articles; (ix) publications should be spread nationally and/or internationally and across journals; (x) 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 the these); (xi) recognised 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 the these) and (xii) evidence of governance and social engagement. (xiii) Evidence of research/academic leadership, research grants, programme development; (xiv) Register/or be eligible to register with ERB as a Professional Engineer.
The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications; clearly specifying titles of publications, 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.
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.
How to Apply: 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. You should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current C.Vs (including telephone, telex and telefax numbers and e-mail), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and names and addresses of three referees. Send your application to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, University of Botswana, Private Bag UB 0061, Gaborone, Botswana. Telephone: (267) 355-4204; Fax (267) 3952309, E-mail: fetrecruitment@ub.ac.bw.
Applicants should inform their referees to (i) Quote the Vacancy Number(s) and Position(s) applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date. Please note that applicants with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 248, Office No. 255 (248/255).
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing Date: 20th August 2025