LECTURER IN COMPUTER SCIENCE/ INFORMATION SYSTEMS/ INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

VACANCY NO. FSc/ CS 5/ 2014

LECTURER IN COMPUTER SCIENCE/ INFORMATION SYSTEMS/ INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) teach Undergraduate and Graduate level courses in the Department of Computer Science; (ii) supervise student’s 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: Candidates should: (i) have a relevant Masters Degree in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Information Systems/ Financial Computing/ Computational Finance from a recognized University with strong programming background; (ii) a Bachelors’ Degree in Computer Science/ Information Systems/ Information Technology/ Financial Computing/ Computational Finance with at least a 2(i) pass/ GPA of at least 3.6; (iii) show evidence of engagement in research and service; (iv) a relevant PhD, 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, and three references sent directly to the University. Complete documentation should be sent to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Science, Private Bag UB 00704, Gaborone Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 2469(267) 355 2469; Fax (267) 318 5097; (267) 355 4194(267) 355 4194; E-mail: morapedip@mopipi.ub.bw or masizana@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.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 233, Office No. 132: (233/132).

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.