Sports Science

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR LECTURER: SPORT SCIENCE (SPORT PSYCHOLOGY) (1 Position)

dintsig — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:33:32 +0000

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/SENIOR LECTURER: SPORT SCIENCE (SPORT PSYCHOLOGY) (1 Position) dintsig Thu, 17/07/2025 - 07:33

Department/Faculty

Sports Science

Closing Date

Fri, 8 Aug. 2025

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF SPORT SCIENCE

VACANCY NO: IRC 2644

DUTIES: The successful candidate is expected to: (i) teach sport psychology courses at both undergraduate and graduate level and supervise research, dissertations and the internship; (ii) teach practical courses at the undergraduate level; (iii) participate in all academic and professional activities of the department including research and curriculum review; (iv) carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

REQUIREMENTS:

1) Associate Professor: Candidates must have (i) A Doctorate Degree in Sport Science/Sport Psychology/Related Field and (ii) At least 6 years of teaching experience in a University or comparable institution. (iii) An excellent cumulative and sustained record of research and publications with at least 12 pieces of research products (e.g. articles, book chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings, etc.) published by recognized publishers. Eight 8 of these must be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognized indexing databases. The remaining 4 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: a minimum of 2 peer reviewed publications (e.g. journal article, book chapter, peer reviewed conference proceedings etc.) every 3 years; (v) sustained research activity; ongoing externally supported research (e.g funded or commissioned); (vi) Regular paper/poster presentations at national but also increasingly at international conferences; (vii) be first author in at least one-third of the required journal publications, depending on the discipline expectations. There should also be evidence of mentorship of early career scholars/graduate students; (viii) Publications should be spread internationally and across journals; (ix) 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); (x) Research awards and other forms of research recognition, where appropriate. (Added Advantage) (xi) 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 these); (xii) Research collaborations with other institutions or organizations (required); Research collaborations with cognate disciplines in the University (required). (xiii) Successful supervision of 2 Masters Students or co-supervision of 4 Masters Students or supervision of 1 PhD student or co-supervision of 2 PhD Students/Postdoc research fellows. (Required where appropriate, otherwise a candidate should provide evidence that they could not find supervisees in other faculties); External examiner for Masters and/or internationally (required); (xiv) Evidence of service to university, the profession and the Community and evidence of effective academic leadership. Added advantage: The ability to attract research grants from international sources; A Multi-disciplinary experience in teaching, research, administration or consultancy work and, practical Experience in Sport Psychology Consulting.

2) Senior Lecturer: Candidates should have: (i) a Doctoral Degree in Sport Science/Physical education/related field; with a focus in Sport Psychology; and); ii) a Master degree in Sport Science/Physical education or related field; iii) at least 3 years 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 should be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognized indexing databases. The remaining 2 publications could be journal articles, books chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings, etc. published by recognized publishers. An academic book may be equivalent to a maximum of 4 articles in referred/accredited journals, depending on the quality and standing of the publisher; (iv) Sustained research output: a minimum of 1 peer reviewed publication every 2 years; (v) Scholarly presentations at national and and/or international conferences; (vi) be lead and/or single author in at least 2 referred 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 hindex, patents policy applications, peer reviews, publications that are prescribed texts in other institutions, etc. (required in at least 1 of the these; (ix) recognized as being of at least national research standing (eg reviewer of for refereed/accredited national and regional publishers); editorial board member of at least a national publisher in a relevant field; invitation keynote speaker at national/and or international conferences (required in at least 1 of these); (x) Evidence of governance and social engagement activities. The following will be added advantages: (i) Sustained research activity; on-going internally supported research; (ii) Research awards and other forms of research recognition, where appropriate; (iii) Examiner/moderator/assessor for undergraduate and/or graduate; (iv) Evidence of effective academic leadership; a multi-disciplinary experience in teaching, research, administration or consultancy work and Practical Experience in Sport Psychology Consulting.

Note: 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, monographs, refereed journals, non-refereed works, consultancies and practical media projects. The CV should also have a detailed list of courses taught and the levels for which they were taught.

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 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, and

Send applications to: The HR Manager, Faculty of Education, 4844��Ѹ��, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana or E-mail: Educaio@ub.ac.bw, Telephone: (267) 355 2392.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No 111 at Block 231 (231/111).

Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be processed.

NB: Only shortlisted applications will be contacted.

Closing date: 8th August 2025

TEMPORARY FULL TIME DEMONSTRATORS (2025/2026 academic year)

dintsig — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 13:59:41 +0000

TEMPORARY FULL TIME DEMONSTRATORS (2025/2026 academic year) dintsig Thu, 03/07/2025 - 15:59

Department/Faculty

Sports Science

Closing Date

Fri, 25 Jul. 2025

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF SPORT SCIENCE

VACANCY NO. IRC 2603

Duties: The successful candidates are expected to assist in facilitating: undergraduate practical courses in Soccer, Handball, Basketball, Netball, Volleyball, Softball, Aquatic skills, Athletics (Track & Field), Cricket, Hockey, Tennis, Table tennis, Badminton, Combat Sport, Gymnastics, Dance, Fitness Activities, Exercise Physiology Labs, Strength and Conditioning, High Performance Centre Testing, Exercise Testing and Prescription, Teaching PE in Secondary Schools through demonstrations, Tutorials, Class supervision and other duties that may be assigned by the course lecturers.

Requirements: Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education or Sport Science or equivalent from a recognized Institution. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrable practical competencies in more than three activities above. Candidates may be required to undergo oral and/or practical interviews before appointment.

PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO UB GRADUATE STUDENTS

How to Apply: Letters of application are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine the applicant’s suitability for the position. Quote the vacancy number of the post applied for; provide current CV (including telephone, mobile 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 and position applied for and (ii) submit references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date. Send the application to:

The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Education, Private Bag UB 00702, GABORONE Tel: (267) 355 2392/4069; fax: (267) 318 5096; educaio@ac.ub.bw

Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged. Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Room NO. 111 OR 104 Block 231 (231/111 and 231/104.)

Closing Date: 25th July 2025

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: SPORT SCIENCE/PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Contract Position)

mfetane — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 07:37:34 +0000

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: SPORT SCIENCE/PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Contract Position) mfetane Tue, 17/09/2024 - 09:37

Department/Faculty

Sports Science

Closing Date

Tue, 8 Oct. 2024

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF SPORT SCIENCE

VACANCY NO: IRC 1783

Duties: The successful candidate is expected to: (i) teach pedagogy courses at both undergraduate and graduate level and supervise research, dissertations and practicum; (ii) teach practical courses at the undergraduate level; (iii) participate in all academic and professional activities of the department including research and curriculum review; (iv) carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: Candidates must have (i) at least a Doctorate Degree in Sport Science/Physical Education; with a focus in Pedagogy (ii) at least six years of relevant teaching experience at a university or comparable institution; (iii) a minimum of 12 pieces of research products (e.g. articles, book chapters, peer-reviewed conference proceedings, etc.) published by recognised publishers. Eight (8) of these must be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognised indexing databases. The remaining four (4) publications could be journal articles, book chapters, peer-reviewed conference proceedings, etc. published by recognised publishers; (iv) An academic book may be equivalent to a maximum of 4 articles in refereed/accredited journals, depending on the quality of standing; (v) sustained research output: a minimum of 2 peer-reviewed publications every three years; (vi) Sustained research activity: on-going externally supported research (e.g. funded/commissioned); (vii) paper/poster presentations at international conferences at least once every two years; (viii) be a first author in at least one-third of the required journal publications, There should also be evidence of mentorship of early career scholars/graduate students; (ix) publications should be spread internationally and across journals; (x) 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); (xi) recognized as being of national but increasingly 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 2 of the these); (xii) evidence of governance and social engagement;(xiii)research collaborations with other institutions or organisations; (xiv) research collaboration with cognate disciplines in the University; (xv) external examiner for Masters and/or PhD thesis internationally.

Note: The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications: clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, name(s) of publishers, name(s) of co-authors if any, and number of pages. The publications should be categorized into: books, monographs, chapters in books, refereed and non-refereed journals, consultancies etc. The CV should also have a detailed list of courses taught and the levels for which they were taught.

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: Signed 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. Applicants should indicate clearly the position applied for; provide current CVs which must include contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and THREE (3) reference letters, Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the address below, before the stipulated closing date. Send complete documentation to: The HR Manager, Faculty of Education, 4844��Ѹ��, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 3552392, E-mail: Educaio@ub.ac.bw.

Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No 111 at Block 231, (231/111).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing date: 8 October 2024

TEMPORARY FULL TIME DEMONSTRATORS

mfetane — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 13:45:22 +0000

TEMPORARY FULL TIME DEMONSTRATORS mfetane Wed, 10/07/2024 - 15:45

Department/Faculty

Sports Science

Closing Date

Wed, 24 Jul. 2024

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF SPORT SCIENCE

VACANCY NO: IRC 1563

Duties: The successful candidates are expected to (i) Assist in facilitating Undergraduate practical courses in Soccer, Handball, Basketball, Netball, Volleyball, Softball, Aquatic skills, Athletics (Track & Field), Cricket, Hockey, Tennis, Table tennis, Badminton, Combat sport, Fitness activities, Dance, Exercise Physiology Labs, High Performance Centre Laboratory, Strength & conditioning Labs, Biomechanics Labs, Test & Measurement Labs., Exercise Testing & prescription Labs, Teaching Physical Education in Secondary Schools through demonstrations, Tutorials, class supervision and other duties that may be assigned by the course lecturers.

Requirements: Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education from a recognized Institution. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrable practical competencies in more than two activities. Candidates may be required to undergo oral and practical interviews before appointment.

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 CVs (including telephone, e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees. Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the address below, before the stipulated closing date.

Send complete documentation to:

The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Education, 4844��Ѹ��, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2392; E-mail: Educaio@ub.ac.bw. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No 111 at Block 231, (231/111).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: 24 July 2024

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME DEMONSTRATORS, DEPARTMENT OF SPORT SCIENCE (5 positions)

mfetane — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:26:56 +0000

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME DEMONSTRATORS, DEPARTMENT OF SPORT SCIENCE (5 positions) mfetane Wed, 19/07/2023 - 16:26

Department/Faculty

Sports Science

Closing Date

Wed, 9 Aug. 2023

FACULTY OF EDUCATION - DEPARTMENT OF SPORT SCIENCE

VACANCY NO: FOE/DSS 01/2023 - TEMPORARY FULL-TIME DEMONSTRATORS (5 positions) Semester1 and 2 2023/24

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the posts of Temporary Full-Time Demonstrator, Department of Sport Science, Faculty of Education.

DUTIES: The successful candidates are expected to: (i) assist in facilitating undergraduate practical courses in Netball, Volleyball, Badminton, Softball, Swimming, Athletics (Track & Field), Cricket, Fitness, Dance, Exercise Physiology Laboratory, High Performance Centre Laboratory, Tennis, Teaching PE in Secondary Schools through demonstrations, Tutorials, Class supervision and other duties that may be assigned by the course lecturers.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education from a recognized Institution. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrable practical competencies in more than two activities. Candidates may be required to undergo oral and practical interviews before appointment.

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 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, fax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three (3) referees, and send complete documentation to:

The HR Manager, Faculty of Education, 4844��Ѹ��, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2392/4069; E-mail: Educaio@ub.ac.bw. Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit the 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 111 at Block 231 (231/111).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing date: 9 August 2023

PROFESSOR IN SPORT SCIENCE (CONTRACT POSITION)

ramahobok — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 06:46:59 +0000

PROFESSOR IN SPORT SCIENCE (CONTRACT POSITION) ramahobok Mon, 19/09/2022 - 08:46

Department/Faculty

Sports Science

Closing Date

Tue, 4 Oct. 2022

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF SPORT SCIENCE

PROFESSOR IN SPORT SCIENCE (CONTRACT POSITION)

VACANCY NO: FE/SS01/ 2022

Duties: The successful candidate is expected to: (i) teach Pedagogy courses at Undergraduate and 4844��Ѹ�� levels and supervise research, dissertations and practicum; (ii) participate in all academic and professional activities of the Department including research and curriculum review; (iii) teach theory and practical Sport Science classes; (iv) carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: Applicants should have: (i) at least a Doctorate Degree in Sport Science/Physical Education or related discipline. (ii) Specialization in Pedagogy. (iii) at least 9 years of teaching experience at a university or comparable institution; (iv) a good and sustained record of relevant research and publications with at least 24 pieces of research products (e.g. articles & book chapters) publications; 12 of which must be in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognised indexing data bases. The remaining twelve (12) publications could be journal articles, book chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings, etc. published by recognized publishers; (iv) An academic book may be equivalent to a maximum of 4 articles in refereed/accredited journals, depending on the quality of standing. (v) sustained research output: minimum of 3 peer reviewed publications (e.g. journal article, book chapter etc.)Every 4 years (vi) sustained research activity: on-going externally-supported research (e.g. funded/ commissioned) (vii) paper/poster presentation at international conferences at least once every 2 years. (viii) lead and/or author in at least one quarter of the required journal publications. (ix) evidence of mentorship of early career scholars/graduate students. (x) Publications spread internationally and across journals. (xi) Significant research impact included but not limited to citations, h-index, patents, policy applications (at least 3 required) (xii) peer reviews, publications that are prescribed texts in other institutions etc. (at least 3) Added advantages, research awards & other forms of research recognition, (xiii) Research collaboration with other institutions (xiv) research collaboration with cognate disciplines in the university (xv) acknowledged by peers as national/international research standing (e.g. peer review of new research proposals, editor/guest editor/reviewer for refereed & accredited publishers), editorial board of national/international publishers; invitation as keynote speaker at national/international conferences/symposia (at least 3 required) xvi) successful supervision of 4 Masters students OR co-supervision of 6 Masters students OR supervision of 2 PhD students/post-doctoral research fellow xvii) external examiner for masters and/or PhD theses internationally.

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.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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 CVs (including telephone, fax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, three reference letters, and send complete documentation to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Education, 4844��Ѹ��, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 5731/2392; Fax (267) 3185096; E-mail: Educaio@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 Office No 111 at Block 231 (231/111).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date: 4 October 2022

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME DEMONSTRATORS (5 POSITIONS) : SPORT SCIENCE

ramahobok — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 07:57:38 +0000

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME DEMONSTRATORS (5 POSITIONS) : SPORT SCIENCE ramahobok Thu, 11/08/2022 - 09:57

Department/Faculty

Sports Science

Closing Date

Wed, 31 Aug. 2022

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF SPORT SCIENCE

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME DEMONSTRATORS (5 POSITIONS) SEMESTER 1 AND 2, 2022/23

VACANCY NO: FE/SS1/2022

Duties: The successful candidates are expected to (i) Assist in facilitating Undergraduate practical courses in Netball, Volleyball, Badminton, Softball, Swimming, Athletics (Track & Field), Cricket, Fitness, Dance, Exercise Physiology Laboratory, High Performance Centre Laboratory, Tennis, Teaching PE in Secondary Schools through demonstrations, Tutorials, class supervision and other duties that may be assigned by the course lecturers.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salary 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 C.V. s (including telephone, telex and telefax numbers and e-mail), certified true copies of Educational certificates, transcripts and names and addresses of three referees. Send your application to; The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Education, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone Tel: (267) 355 2392/4069; fax: (267) 318 5096; educaio@ac.ub.bw

Applicants should inform their referees to (i) Quote the vacancy number (s) and Position(s) applied for and (ii) submit 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 Room no. 111 OR 104 Block 231 (231/111 and 231/104.)

Closing Date: 31 August 2022

LECTURER IN SPORT SCIENCE

maribek — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:31:25 +0000

LECTURER IN SPORT SCIENCE maribek Thu, 14/10/2021 - 09:31

Department/Faculty

Sports Science

Closing Date

Thu, 11 Nov. 2021

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF SPORT SCIENCE

LECTURER IN SPORT SCIENCE (Contract Position)

VACANCY NO. IRC 969

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to; (i) Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in Sport Science; (ii) teach practical courses at the undergraduate level; (iii) supervise undergraduate projects; (iv) participate in supervision of undergraduate teaching Practice; (v) participate in all Academic and professional activities of the department including community and outreach services and; (vi) carry out all other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements: (i) A Doctorate in Sport Science or related discipline; (ii) specialization in Adapted Physical Activity or related area; (iii) show evidence of engagement in research; (iv) evidence of governance and social engagement, as well as teaching experience at a University or comparable institution will be added advantages.

N.B. In special circumstances; (i) a relevant Master’s Degree in Sport Science/Physical Education or related discipline with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education or related discipline of at least 2.1 or equivalent may be considered; (ii) Specialization in Adapted Physical Activity or related area.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The Human Resource Manager, Faculty of Education, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone Tel: (267) 355 2392/2022; fax: (267) 318 5096; E-mail: Dikgangb@ub.ac.bw

Applicants should inform their referees to (i) Quote the vacancy number (s) and Position(s) applied for and (ii) submit 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 Room NO. 111 OR 104 Block 231 (231/111 and 231/104.)

Closing Date: 11th November 2021

TEMPORARY FULL TIME DEMONSTRATORS (5 positions)-SPORT SCIENCE

ramahobok — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 09:15:54 +0000

TEMPORARY FULL TIME DEMONSTRATORS (5 positions)-SPORT SCIENCE ramahobok Thu, 05/08/2021 - 11:15

Department/Faculty

Sports Science

Closing Date

Wed, 18 Aug. 2021

DEPARTMENT OF SPORT SCIENCE

TEMPORARY FULL TIME DEMONSTRATORS (5 positions)

SEMESTER 1

VACANCY NO.: FE/ SC2/ 2021

Duties: successful candidates are expected to: (i) assist in facilitating Undergraduate practical courses in Netball, Volleyball, Badminton, Softball, Swimming, Athletics (Track & Field), Cricket, Dance, Fitness, Anatomy Laboratory, Tennis, Teaching PE in Secondary Schools through demonstrations, tutorials, class supervision, and other duties that may be assigned by the course lecturers.

Requirements: Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education from a recognized institution. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrable practical competencies in more than two activities. Candidates may be required to undergo oral and practical interviews before appointment.

Remuneration: The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit 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 CVs (including telephone, fax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The HR Manager, Faculty of Education, 4844��Ѹ��, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2840(267) 355 2840/2392; Fax (267) 318 5096; E-mail: educaio@mopipi.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 the stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No 111 or 104 at Block 231 (231/ 111 or 104).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing date: 18 August 2021

SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY

maribek — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 07:31:05 +0000

SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY maribek Mon, 19/04/2021 - 09:31

Department/Faculty

Sports Science

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS SCIENCE

SENIOR LECTURER/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY

VACANCY NO: FE/SC 1/2021

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) Teach Exercise Physiology courses as well as supervise laboratory work at undergraduate and graduate levels; (ii) Supervise students research projects, theses and dissertations at both undergraduate and graduate levels; (iii) Initiate, promote and participate in research in various areas of Exercise Physiology; (iv) Carry out any other related duties that may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements:

Senior Lecturer: Candidates should have: i) At least a relevant doctorate in Exercise Physiology; ii) At least 3 years 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 should be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognized indexing databases. The remaining 2 publications could be journal articles, books chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings, etc. published by recognized publishers. An academic book may be equivalent to a maximum of 4 articles in referred/accredited journals, depending on the quality and standing of the publisher; iv) Sustained research output: a minimum of 1 peer reviewed publication every 2 years; v) Scholarly presentations at national and and/or international conferences; vi) be lead and/or single author in at least 2 referred 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) recognized as being of at least national research standing (eg reviewer of for refereed/accredited national and regional publishers); editorial board member of at least a national publisher in a relevant field; invitation keynote speaker at national/and or international conferences (required in at least 1 of the these); x) Evidence of governance and social engagement activities. The following will be added advantages: i) Sustained research activity; on-going internally supported research; (ii) Research awards and other forms of research recognition, where appropriate; iii) Examiner/moderator/assessor for undergraduate and/or graduate; iv) effective and experience in running a programme/course, etc.

Associate Professor: Applicants should have: (i) a PhD in Exercise Physiology or related discipline; (ii) at least 6 years relevant teaching experience at a university or comparable institution; (iii) a minimum of 12 pieces of research products (e.g. articles, book chapters, peer reviewed conference proceedings, etc.) published by recognized publishers. 8 of these must be articles in refereed/accredited journals in internationally recognized indexing databases. The remaining 4 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: a minimum of 2 peer reviewed publications every 3 years; (v) sustained research activity; ongoing externally supported research (e.g funded or commissioned); (vi) regular paper/poster presentations at national but also increasingly at international conferences; (vii) be 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; (viii) publications should be spread 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; (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; (ii) and multi-disciplinary experience in teaching, research, administration or consultancy work.

The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications, clearly specifying titled publications date 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.

Remuneration: University offers a 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 to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and THREE (3) reference letters to: The HR Manager, Faculty of Education, 4844��Ѹ��, Private Bag UB 00702, Gaborone-Botswana or E-mail: Educaio@ub.ac.bw . Telephone: (267) 355 2022; Fax (267) 318 5096.

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 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 111 at Block 231 (231/111).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing date: Open until filled