Department of Geology
VACANCY No. IRC. 1522 (Contract Position)
Duties:ÌýThe successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses. The candidate should be able to teach at least three of the following: structural geology, tectonics, metamorphic geology, mineralogy, field and general geology. The successful candidate must also be able to take an active part in the supervision and assessment of undergraduate and graduate research work and carry out any other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of the Department.
Requirements
The requirements for appointment are as follows:
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Candidates should possess:Ìý(i)Ìýa Doctorate in structural geology and metamorphic geology or related discipline;Ìý(ii)Ìýat least SIXÌýyears of relevant teaching experience at a university or comparable institution;Ìý(iii)Ìýa minimum ofÌý12Ìýpieces of research products (e.g. articles, book chapters, peer-reviewed conference proceedings, etc.) published by recognised publishers. Eight (8) Ìýof these must be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognised indexing databases. The remaining FOURÌýpublications could be journal articles, book chapters, peer-reviewed conference proceedings, etc. published by recognised publishers;Ìý(iv)ÌýAn academic book may be equivalent to a maximum of 3 articles in refereed/accredited journals, depending on the quality of standing;Ìý(v)Ìýsustained research output: a minimum of 3 peer-reviewed publications every four years;Ìý(vi)ÌýSustained research activity: on-going externally supported research (e.g. funded/commissioned);Ìý(vii)Ìýpaper/poster presentations at international conferences at least once every two years;Ìý(viii)Ìýbe lead and/or single author in at least one-quarter of the required journal publications in structural/metamorphic Geology. There should also be evidence of mentorship of early career scholars/graduate students;Ìý(ix)Ìýpublications should be spread internationally and across journals;Ìý(x)Ìýsignificant 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 3 of the these);Ìý(xi)Ìýacknowledged by peers as being of national and international research standing (e.g. peer review of new research proposals; reference in research committees; editor/guest editor/reviewer of refereed/accredited national and international publishers; editorial board member of an international publisher in a relevant field; invitations as keynote speaker at national and international/symposia (required in at least 3 of the these);Ìý(xii)Ìýevidence of governance and social engagement;Ìý(xiii)Ìýresearch collaborations with other institutions or organisations;Ìý(xiv)Ìýresearch collaboration with cognate disciplines in the University;Ìý(xv)Ìýexternal examiner for Masters and/or PhD thesis internationally.Ìý
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 categorised into books, book chapters, refereed journals, non-refereed works, and consultancies.
SENIOR LECTURER
Candidates for this position should have:Ìý(i)Ìýa Doctoral Degree in Structural Geology and/or MetamorphicÌýPetrology;Ìý(ii)Ìýat leastÌýTHREEÌýyears of relevant teaching experience at a university or comparable institution;Ìý(iii)Ìýan excellent cumulative and sustained record of research and publications with at least SIX Ìý(6)Ìýpieces of research products published by recognised publishers,ÌýFOUR (4)Ìýof which must be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognised indexing databases. The remaining TWOÌý(2)Ìýpublications could be journal articles, book chapters, peer-reviewed conference proceedings etc, published by recognised 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;Ìý(iv)Ìýsustained research output: a minimum of 1 peer reviewed publication every 2 years;Ìý(v)Ìýscholarly presentations at national and/or international conferences;Ìý(vi)Ìýbe lead and/or single author in at leastÌý2Ìýrefereed journal articles;Ìý(vii)Ìýpublications should be spread nationally and/or internationally and across journals;Ìý(viii)Ìýsome 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);Ìý(ix)Ìýrecognised 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);Ìý(x)Ìýevidence of governance and social engagement.Ìý
The following will be added advantages:Ìý(i)Ìýsustained research activity: ongoing internally and/or externally supported research;Ìý(ii)Ìýresearch awards and other forms of research recognition, where appropriate;Ìý(iii)Ìýexaminer/ moderator/assessor for undergraduate and/or postgraduate projects nationally;Ìý(iv)Ìýeffective and experience in running a programme/course, etc., and;Ìý(v)Ìýextensive experience in mineral exploration and especially the mining industry.
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 categorised into books, book chapters, refereed journals, non-refereed works, and consultancies.
LECTURER
Candidates for this position should haveÌý(i)Ìýthe minimum qualification for appointment to the rank of Lecturer, which shall normally be a doctorate in Geology/Structural/Metamorphic Petrology from a recognised institution or an appropriate professional qualification. In exceptional circumstances, a relevant Master’s Degree (plus at least 2.1 pass or equivalent at bachelor's degree level) may be considered. (ii)Ìýshow evidence of engagement in research. The following will be added advantages: (i) Evidence of governance and social engagement, (ii) teaching experience at a university or comparable institution.
Remuneration: The University offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information, visit our website:Ìý Ìý
How to apply:ÌýApplicants are to address the stated qualification and provide other information to assist the University in determining 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, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Sciences, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355-2454; Fax (267) 3185099; E-mail:Ìýfosvacancies@ub.ac.bwÌýÌýÌýÌý
Applicants should inform their referees to:Ìý(i)ÌýQuote the Vacancy number and position applied for andÌý(ii)Ìýsubmit their references directly to the above address before the stipulated closing date.
Hand-delivered applications should be submitted toÌýBlock 233, Office No. 135: (233/135).
NB:Ìý Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
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