SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW/ RESEARCH FELLOW IN APPLIED ANTHROPOLOGY ( CONTRACT POSITION) VACANCY NO: ORI/ 03/ 2022
Applications are invited for the position of Senior Research Fellow/ Research Fellow at the Okavango Research Institute ( ORI). The Institute is based in Maun in the North Western part of Botswana and specializes in natural resources management, sustainable natural resource use and conservation in the world- famous Okavango Delta and the Kgalagadi ( Kalahari) region. The Institute has a good library ( a branch of the University Library in Gaborone) and excellent research laboratories. The Institute attracts significant international funding and is becoming generally acknowledged as a global research leader in natural resources management. Additional information on ORI including its Strategic Plan can be found on www. ori. ub. bw
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to; ( i) conduct inter- disciplinary research in applied anthropology, which generally encompasses physical/ biological anthropology, cultural anthropology, linguistic anthropology, and archaeology. Specifically, the suitable candidate must be willing to conduct pro- poor development research in community health, gender issues, rural livelihoods and other cognate subject- matter; ( ii) write papers in international peer reviewed journals; ( iii) regularly attending national and international conferences. Although the duties are primarily research, the successful candidate will be expected to develop and teach courses at both graduate and undergraduate levels. S/ he will also be required to perform all other duties as assigned by the Director/ Deputy Director.
Requirements for Senior Research Fellow: The candidate should have/ be; ( i) a PhD degree in Anthropology or related fields with a focus on Applied Anthropology; ( ii) a minimum of 10 pieces of research products ( e. g. articles, book chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings etc.) published by recognized publishers; ( iii) seven ( 7) of the ten ( 10) publications above must be articles in refereed/ accredited journals indexed in internationally recognized indexing databases; ( iv) the remaining three ( 3) 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 four ( 4) articles in refereed/ accredited journals, depending on the quality and standing of the publisher; ( v) sustained research output: a minimum of 5 peer reviewed publications ( e. g. journal articles, book chapter, peer reviewed conference proceedings, etc.) every two years shall constitute sustained research output; ( vi) scholarly presentations at national and/ or international conferences; ( vii) the candidate must be first author in at least half of the required journal publications, depending on disciplinary expectations; ( viii) publications are spread nationally and/ or internationally and across journals; ( ix) some research impact, including but not limited to citations, h- index, patents, policy applications, peer reviews, publications that are prescribed texts in other institutions etc. ( required, at least 1 of these); ( x) 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 keynote speaker at national and/ or international conferences. ( required in at least 1 of these). The following will be added advantages; ( i) sustained research activity: on- going internally and/ or externally- supported research ( e. g. funded/ commissioned); ( ii) Research awards and other forms of research recognition, where appropriate and ( iii) examiner/ moderator/ assessor for undergraduate and/ or postgraduate projects nationally.
Research Fellow: Applicants should: ( i) possess a PhD degree in Anthropology or related fields with a focus on Applied Anthropology; ( ii) show evidence of engagement in research ( i. e., proof of submitted manuscripts and/ or published journal articles, book chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings, etc. in reputable outlets). The following will be considered as added advantages: ( a) university teaching experience or equivalent, ( b) a
publication record ( journal articles, book chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings, etc.) in the field of climate change adaptation, ( c) evidence of governance and social engagement at departmental/ faculty/ university level ( e. g., member/ secretary of a committee/ task group/ board, participation in departmental/ faculty administration and committees, departmental/ faculty representative to other bodies, etc.).
For the Senior Research Fellow position, the curriculum vitae should contain a detailed list of published works, clearly specifying titles of publications, ISBN numbers ( for books, book chapters and conference proceedings), dates of publications, names of publishers, name/ s of co- authors if any and number of pages. The works should be categorized into books, book chapters, refereed journals, non- refereed works, consultancies, and practical media projects.
Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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 CVs ( including telephone, telex and telefax number and e- mail), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and names and addresses of three referees.
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 below address before the stipulated closing date. Send your application to: The Human Resources Officer, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana, Tel. 6817228; Fax. 6861835: E- mail: ori_ recruitment@ ub. ac. bw/ basiangy@ ub. ac. bw.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Human Resource Officer ( Admin Building ORI).
NB: Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT OF LAW LECTURER IN LAW ( CONTRACT POSITION) VACANCY NO: FSS/ L3/ 2022
The Faculty of Social Sciences invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Lecturer in Law.
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: ( i) teach undergraduate and post graduate level courses; ( ii) the candidate should be able to teach at least two of the following: Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Law of Delict, Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Succession & Administration of Estates, Law of Armed Conflict and Public International Law ; ( iii) The Department reserves the right to allocate other courses in addition to those outlined above and ( iv) carry out any other responsibilities as and when assigned by the Head of Department.
Requirements: the candidate should possess: ( i) a Doctorate in Law or related field, ( ii) show evidence of engagement in research; The following will be added advantages ( i) teaching experience at a University or comparable institution as well as evidence of Governance and Social Engagement in Law or related field.
N. B. Applicants with a Master’s Degree in Law or related field; with a Bachelor’s degree in Law 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. 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. Candidates must indicate the position they are applying for. 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, and three reference letters, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Social Sciences, Private Bag UB 00705, Gaborone- Botswana; Telephone: ( 267) 355 2556; Fax ( 267) 318 5099; E- mail: fssvacancies@ 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.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 240, Office No. 135: ( 240/ 135).
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing Date:
5 December 2022
SENIOR LECTURER IN LAW ( CONTRACT POSITION) VACANCY NO: FSS/ L4/ 2022
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses. The candidate should be able to teach at least two of the following: Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Law of Delict, Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Succession & Administration of Estates,
Law of Armed Conflict and Public International Law. The Department reserves the right to allocate other courses in addition to those outlined above.
Requirements: ( i) A relevant doctorate in Law; ( ii) at least 3 years relevant teaching experience at a university or comparable institution; ( iii) A minimum of six ( 6) pieces of research products published by recognized publishers, four ( 4) of the six ( 6) being 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; ( iv) Sustained research output is required: a minimum of 1 peer reviewed publication every 2 years; ( v) Scholarly presentations at national and 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 the these); ( ix) 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); ( x) evidence of governance and social engagement. The following will be added advantages: ( i) sustained research activity: on- going 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) effective and experience in running a programme/ course, etc.
Curriculum Vitae: The curriculum vitae should contain a detailed list of published works, clearly specifying titles of publications, ISBN numbers ( for books, book chapters and conference proceedings), dates of publications, names of publishers, name/ s of coauthors if any and number of pages. The works should be categorized into books, book chapters, refereed journals, non- refereed works, consultancies, and practical media projects.
Cover letter: The cover letter should clearly illustrate how the applicant meets the requirements for the position they are applying for.
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: Applicants are to address the stated qualification and provide other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. Candidates must indicate the position they are applying for. 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, and three reference letters, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Social Sciences, Private Bag UB 00705, Gaborone- Botswana; Telephone: ( 267) 355 2556; Fax ( 267) 318 5099; E- mail: fssvacancies@ 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.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 240, Office No. 135: ( 240/ 135).
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing date: 5 December 2022
DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS LECTURER IN STATISTICS ( CONTRACT POSITION) VACANCY NO: FSS/ ST04/ 2022
Applicants are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Lecturer in the Department of Statistics, Faculty of Social Sciences
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: i) teach undergraduate and graduate level courses especially Design of Experiments, Probability theory, and Stochastic Processes ii) supervise undergraduate, Master, and Ph. D. student research as the need may arise; iii) participate in all academic and professional activities of the department including research; iv) carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Requirements: Candidates should have: i) At least a relevant Doctorate in Statistics. ii) Show evidence of engagement in research. ( iii) Area of interest in Design of Experiments, Probability, and Stochastic Processes. The following will be added advantage ( i) Evidence of governance and social engagement; ii) University teaching experience or equivalent
N. B. Applicants with a relevant Master’s Degree in Statistics with a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics of at least 2( i) pass/ GPA of at least 3.6 or equivalent may be considered under special circumstances.
Remuneration: The University offers competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to Apply: Signed letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University determine your suitability for the position. Applicants should indicate clearly the position applied for: quote the vacancy number, provide current CVs ( including telephone, telefax and email), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, samples of their publications, and three reference letters, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource
Manager, Faculty of Social Sciences, Private Bag UB 00705. Gaborone Botswana; Telephone: ( 267) 3554894; fax ( 267) 3195099; E- mail: fssvacancies@ 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.
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 240, Office No. 137: ( 240/ 137).
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing Date: 5 December 2022