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SENIOR LECTURER/LECTURER IN HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (1 Contract Position)

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

SCHOOL OF NURSING

VACANCY NO: IRC 3027

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i)teach post-graduate and undergraduate level courses in Human Anatomy and Physiology in the Faculty of Health Sciences; (ii) supervise undergraduate and graduate students’ projects; (iv) and carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of School.

Senior Lecturer requirements: Applicants should have i) PhD in Human Physiology and/or Anatomy or equivalent field, (ii) a Master of Science in Human Anatomy and Physiology or equivalent field (iii) 3 years teaching experience at a University or equivalent institution, iv) Minimum of 6 pieces of research products, sustained research output and activity; v) Evidence of governance and social engagement and academic leadership.

Lecturer Requirements: Applicants should have i) PhD in Human Physiology and/or Anatomy or equivalent field, (ii) a Master of Science in Human Anatomy and Physiology or equivalent field (iii) evidence of engagement in research, (iv) social engagement, and (v) teaching experience at a university or comparable institution will be an added advantage.

N.B In special circumstances, a Master of Science in Human Anatomy and/or Physiology or equivalent with a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences 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.

Applicants are to address the stated qualification in their application letters 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 CVs (including telephone, telefax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, 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 5689; Fax (267) 397 4538; e-mail:  fhshr@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 acknowledged.

Hand-delivered applications should be submitted to Block 246, Office 303.

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: 25 March 2026

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