CENTRE FOR ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
COMMUNICATION AND STUDY SKILLS UNIT
LECTURER (CONTRACT POSITION)
VACANCY NO: CAD/CSSU1/2022
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) Teach Communication and Academic Literacy courses to undergraduate students in any of the following faculties: Humanities, Business, Science, Education, Engineering and Technology, Health Sciences and Social Sciences; (ii) Conduct research in relevant areas; (iii) Participate in the academic and professional activities of the Unit, and (iv) Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Director of the Unit.
Requirements: Applicant must have: (i) a PhD in Communication Studies or related fields; (ii) show evidence of engagement in research. The following will be added advantages: (i) teaching experience at the university or comparable institution;(ii) evidence of scholarship in Applied Linguistics, Communication Studies, Language and Literacy Education, English for Specific Purposes (ESP), English for Academic Purposes (EAP) or related fields, (iii) evidence of Governance and Social Engagement
NB: In special circumstances, a Master’s Degree in Communication Studies, Applied Linguistics, Language and Literacy Education, English for Specific Purposes (ESP), English for Academic Purposes (EAP), or related fields, and a Bachelor’s Degree in the same fields with at least a second class, first division (2.1) pass will 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. 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, Centre for Academic Development, University of Botswana, Private Bag 00710, Gaborone, Botswana (telephone 3552203/5844; email: cadhr@ub.ac.bw
Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 238 Office 103 (238/103).
Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
Closing Date: 19 April 2022