DEPARTMENT OF
CHEMISTRY
Lecturer In Physical
Chemistry (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
VACANCY NO: FSc/ C
7/ 2015
Duties: The
successful candidate will be required to: (i) teach all areas of Physical
Chemistry at Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels and General Chemistry at
Undergraduate level; (ii) teach the following particular areas in the graduate
program; Spectroscopy, Polymers, Electrochemistry and Theoretical Chemistry
(Quantum Chemistry and/or Computati
onal Chemistry); (iii) embark on active
research in an area that will complement existing research in the chemistry
department or in the area of the candidate’s specialization; (iv) render the
professional service normally associated with a University Lectureship. The
following are some of research areas that are currently of interest to the
Physical Chemistry section: Polymers, Colloids and Interfacial Phenomena,
Thermodynamics, Solution Chemistry and Spectroscopy.
Requirements: The
candidate must have: (i) at least a Master of Science Degree in Chemistry with
specialization in one of Spectroscopy, Polymers, Electrochemistry or
Theoretical Chemistry (Quantum Chemistry and/or Computational Chemistry); (ii)
a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry with at least a 2(i) pass/ GPA of at
least 3.6; (iii) shown evidence of engagement in research and service; (iv) A
PhD degree in Physical Chemistry, teaching experience at a University or comparable
institution, and demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added
advantages.
Remuneration: The
University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with
experience and qualifications.
Applicants are to
address the stated qualifications 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, 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@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. 135 at Block 233 (233/135).
NB: Only shortlisted
applicants will be contacted
Closing Date: Open
Until Filled
