FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
VACANCY NO. IRC 2706
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Manufacturing Engineering, and related areas; (ii) Supervise both undergraduate and graduate student research projects; (iii) Conduct research in the area of Manufacturing Engineering and also complement existing research activities; (iv) Participate in other academic and professional activities of the department; (v) Render professional service and carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Requirements: Applicants should have: (i) a PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related areas; (ii) a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related areas with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related areas of at least 2(i) pass/GPA and/or at least 3.6 equivalent; (iii) show evidence of engagement in research. Teaching experience in the area of Manufacturing Engineering at a university or comparable institution and evidence of governance and social engagement will be added advantages.
N.B. Under special circumstances a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related areas with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related areas of at least 2(i) pass/GPA and/or at least 3.6 equivalent may be considered.
Remuneration: As per approved part-time rates. 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, provide current CV’s (including telephone, telefax and email), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees. Complete documentation should be sent to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Private Bag UB 0061, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 4204; E-mail: fetrecruitment@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. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be processed.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 248, Office No. 205 (248/205).
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing Date: 7th August 2025