Mathematics

LECTURER IN MATHEMATICS

dintsig — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 06:22:41 +0000

LECTURER IN MATHEMATICS dintsig Wed, 20/08/2025 - 08:22

Department/Faculty

Mathematics

Closing Date

Wed, 10 Sep. 2025

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

VACANCY NO: IRC 2764

Duties: The successful applicant will among other things, be expected to: (i) teach Mathematics courses at undergraduate and graduate level (ii) supervise undergraduate projects, but may be assigned to supervise graduate students (iii) conduct research and render professional service, (iv) carry out any other responsibilities as and when may be assigned by the Head of the Department.

Requirements: Applicants should have: (i) a doctorate in Mathematics; (ii) show evidence of engagement in research; (iii) University teaching or equivalent experience and evidence of governance and social engagement are added advantage.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

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, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Sciences, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2454/2969, Fax (267)3185099; E-mail: fosvacancies@ub.ac.ub.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 stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 233, Office No. 121(233/121). Applicants are to address the stated qualifications.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Closing Date: 10th September 2025

TEACHING ASSISTANTS

dintsig — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:11:23 +0000

TEACHING ASSISTANTS dintsig Fri, 13/06/2025 - 16:11

Department/Faculty

Mathematics

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

VACANCY NO: IRC 2578

Applications are invited for positions of Teaching Assistant in the Department of Mathematics for the period August 2025 to 30th June 2026.

DUTIES: The successful candidates will be expected to: (i) assist teaching staff with teaching activities in the Department such as teaching of laboratory practicals and tutorials, (ii) mark laboratory reports and other assessments (assignments, quizzes and tests), (iii) handle tutorials, (iv) perform any other duties/responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements/Qualifications: Applicants must possess at least BA/BSc Degree in Mathematics. Being a graduate student in the Department of Mathematics and teaching experience at a University or comparable Institution will be an added advantage.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries 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 applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University 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 numbers and e-mail), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts, Omang/Passport, and names, addresses and contact details of three referees to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Science, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2454/2969, Fax (267) 318 5099; E-mail: fosvacancies@ub.ac.bw. Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No. 121, Block 233 (233/121). 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.

NB: Online applications should be submitted as one merged PDF document per position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Closing Date: Open until filled

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME DEMONSTRATORS

dintsig — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:04:27 +0000

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME DEMONSTRATORS dintsig Fri, 13/06/2025 - 16:04

Department/Faculty

Mathematics

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

VACANCY NO: IRC 2577

Applications are invited for positions of Temporary Full-Time Demonstrators in the Department of Mathematics, for the period August 2025 to 30th June 2026.

Duties: Successful candidates will be expected to: (i) assist teaching staff with teaching activities in the Department such as teaching of laboratory practicals and tutorials, (ii) mark laboratory reports and other assessments (assignments, quizzes and tests), (iii) handle tutorials, (iv) perform any other duties/responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements/Qualifications: Applicants must possess at least BA/BSc Degree in Mathematics and at least one year teaching experience. Teaching experience at a University or comparable institution and a relevant Masters degree will be an added advantage.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.b w

How to apply: Applicants are to address the stated qualifications in their application letters and provide any 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, 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 Science, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2454; Fax (267) 318 5097; E-mail: fosvacancies@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 Office No. 121 at Block 233 (233/121).

NB: Online applications should be submitted as one merged PDF document per position.Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing date: Open until filled

LECTURERS IN MATHEMATICS (2 POSITIONS) – CONTRACT POSITIONS

dintsig — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:34:35 +0000

LECTURERS IN MATHEMATICS (2 POSITIONS) – CONTRACT POSITIONS dintsig Wed, 16/04/2025 - 16:34

Department/Faculty

Mathematics

Closing Date

Mon, 12 May. 2025

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

VACANCY NO: IRC 2416

Duties: The successful applicant will among other things, be expected to: (i) teach Pure/Applied Mathematics courses at undergraduate and graduate level (ii) supervise undergraduate projects, but may be assigned to supervise graduate students (iii) conduct research and render professional service, (iv) carry out any other responsibilities as and when may be assigned by the Head of the Department.

Requirements: Applicants should have: (i) a doctorate in Mathematics preferably in the areas of Mathematics of Finance (Position 1) and Pure Mathematics (Position 2); (ii) show evidence of engagement in research; (iii) University teaching or equivalent experience and evidence of governance and social engagement are added advantage.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

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, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Sciences, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2454/2969, Fax (267)3185099; E-mail: fosvacancies@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 stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 233, Office No. 121 (233/121).Applicants are to address the stated qualifications.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

CLOSING DATE: 12th May 2025

SENIOR LECTURER IN MATHEMATICS (Contract Position)

dintsig — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 13:00:54 +0000

SENIOR LECTURER IN MATHEMATICS (Contract Position) dintsig Thu, 17/10/2024 - 15:00

Department/Faculty

Mathematics

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

VACANCY NO: IRC 1865

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) teach Undergraduate and 4844��Ѹ�� level courses in Mathematics; (ii) supervise students projects as need may arise; (iii) participate in all academic and professional activities of the Department including research; (iv) carry out any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: Applicant must have: (i) at least a PhD Mathematics, specialization in Pure Mathematics/Algebra or related fields; (ii) at least 3 years relevant teaching experience at a university or comparable institution; (iii) an excellent cumulative and sustained record of research and publications with at least 6 pieces of research products published by recognized publishers, 4 of which must be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognized indexing databases. The remaining 2 publications could be journal articles, book chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings 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 of a minimum of 1 peer reviewed publication every 2 years; (v) scholarly presentations at national and/or 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; (ix) recognized as being of at least 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 international conferences); (x) Examiner for undergraduate and/or postgraduate projects nationally; (xi) evidence of governance and social engagement.

The following will be added advantages: (i) sustained research activity; (ii) on-going internally and/or externally supported research; (iii) research awards and other forms of research recognition; (iv) experience in running a programme/course; (v) a relevant demonstration of effective academic leadership.

The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications, clearly specifying title of publications, dates published, name(s) of publishers and name(s) of co-authors if any. Publications should be categorized into: books, monographs, referred and non-referred journals, chapters in books, etc.

Remuneration: The 4844��Ѹ�� offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website, www.ub.bw.

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, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Sciences, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 3552454, Fax (267)3185099; E-mail: fosvacancies@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 stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 233, Office No. 135.

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: Open until filled

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN MATHEMATICS (Contract Position)

dintsig — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:56:51 +0000

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN MATHEMATICS (Contract Position) dintsig Thu, 17/10/2024 - 14:56

Department/Faculty

Mathematics

Closing Date

Fri, 8 Nov. 2024

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

VACANCY NO: IRC 1864

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) teach Undergraduate and 4844��Ѹ�� courses in the areas of Pure/Applied Mathematics (ii) supervise students’ research projects, theses and dissertations at both Undergraduate and 4844��Ѹ�� levels; (iii) supervise students in internship; (iv) participate in all academic and professional service activities of the Department as well as community service, normally associated with a University lectureship; (v) the successful candidate will be expected to conduct research in his/ her area of expertise; (vi) provide academic leadership; (vii) undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: Applicants should (i) have at least a PhD Degree in Pure Mathematics (Analysis/Algebra), or related fields; (ii) have at least 6 years of teaching experience in a University or comparable institution; (iii) have a good and sustained record of research and publications of minimum of 2 peer reviewed publication every 3 years with at least 12 publications, 8 of which should be refereed journal articles; (iv) sustained research activity; ongoing externally supported research (e.g funded or commissioned); (v) regular paper/poster presentations at national but also increasingly at international conferences; (vi) lead and/or single author in at least one-third of the required journal publications. There should also be evidence of mentorship of early career scholars/graduate students; (vii) publications should be spread nationally and/or internationally and across journals; (viii) recognizable 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 2 of the these); (ix) recognized as being of national but increasingly international research standing (e.g. peer reviewing 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 conferences (required in at least 2 of the these); (x) evidence of governance and social engagement; (xi) research collaborations with other institutions or organisations; (xii) research collaboration with cognate disciplines in the University and (xiii) external examiner for Masters and/or PhD theses nationally and/or internationally.

The following will be added advantages: (i) research awards and other forms of research recognition, where appropriate and (ii) multi-disciplinary experience in teaching, research, administration or consultancy work.

The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications; clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, name(s) of publishers and name(s) of co-authors if any. Publications should be categorized into: books, monographs, refereed and non-refereed journals, chapters in books, etc.

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, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Sciences, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 3552454, Fax (267)3185099; E-mail: fosvacancies@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 stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 233, office No.135 (233/135).

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

CLOSING DATE: 8th November 2024

SENIOR LECTURER IN MATHEMATICS (Contract Position)

dintsig — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:52:04 +0000

SENIOR LECTURER IN MATHEMATICS (Contract Position) dintsig Thu, 17/10/2024 - 14:52

Department/Faculty

Mathematics

Closing Date

Fri, 8 Nov. 2024

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

VACANCY NO: IRC 1866

Requirements: Applicant must have: (i) at least a PhD in Mathematics, specialization in Mathematics of Finance or related fields; (ii) at least 3 years relevant teaching experience at a university or comparable institution; (iii) an excellent cumulative and sustained record of research and publications with at least 6 pieces of research products published by recognized publishers, 4 of which must be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognized indexing databases. The remaining 2 publications could be journal articles, book chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings 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 of a minimum of 1 peer reviewed publication every 2 years; (v) scholarly presentations at national and/or 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; (ix) recognized as being of at least 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 international conferences); (x) Examiner for undergraduate and/or postgraduate projects nationally; (xi) evidence of governance and social engagement.

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, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Sciences, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 3552454, Fax (267)3185099; E-mail: fosvacancies@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 stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 233, Office No. 135.

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date: 8th November 2024

SENIOR LECTURER IN MATHEMATICS (Contract position)

mfetane — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 07:14:09 +0000

SENIOR LECTURER IN MATHEMATICS (Contract position) mfetane Fri, 09/08/2024 - 09:14

Department/Faculty

Mathematics

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

VACANCY NO: FSc/M2/2024

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to (i) teach post-graduate and undergraduate level courses in Mathematics; (ii) supervise undergraduate and graduate student’s projects as need may arise; (iii) participate in all academic and professional activities of the department including research; (iv) and carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: candidate should have: (i) a PhD in Mathematics (Specialty in Finance); (ii) a Master’s degree in Mathematics; (iii) at least 3 years relevant teaching experience at a university or comparable institution; (iv) 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; (v) sustained research output: a minimum of 1 peer reviewed publication every 2 years; (vi) scholarly presentations at national and/or international conferences; (vii) be lead and/or single author in at least 2 refereed journal articles; (viii) publications should be spread nationally and/or internationally and across journals; (ix) 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); (x) 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 these) and (xi) 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.

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 4844��Ѹ�� offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information about the University visit our website: www.ub.bw.

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 CVs (including telephone, telefax and email), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Science, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2454/2969, Fax (267) 318 5099; EE-mail: fosvacancies@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 233, Office No. 135 (233/135).

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: Open until filled

TEACHING ASSISTANTS

mfetane — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 08:06:00 +0000

TEACHING ASSISTANTS mfetane Wed, 12/06/2024 - 10:06

Department/Faculty

Mathematics

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

VACANCY NO: FSc/M 02/2023

Applications are invited for positions of Teaching Assistant in the Department of Mathematics for the period August 2023 to 30th June 2025.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries 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 qualifications in their application letters and provide any 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, 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 Science, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2454; Fax (267) 318 5097; E-mail: fosvacancies@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 Office No. 135 at Block 233 (233/135).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing date: Open until filled

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME DEMONSTRATORS

mfetane — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 07:59:02 +0000

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME DEMONSTRATORS mfetane Wed, 12/06/2024 - 09:59

Department/Faculty

Mathematics

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

VACANCY NO: FSc/M 01/2024

Applications are invited for positions of Temporary Full-Time Demonstrators in the Department of Mathematics, for the period August 2023 to 30th June 2025.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries 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 qualifications in their application letters and provide any 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, 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 Science, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2454; Fax (267) 318 5097; E-mail: fosvacancies@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 Office No. 135 at Block 233 (233/135).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing date: Open until filled