SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN HYDROLOGY , OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

OKAVANGO RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MAUN)

 VACANCY NO. ORI 1/2014: SENIOR RESEARCH SCHOLAR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN HYDROLOGY

Duties: The successful candidate will conduct research focusing on the understanding of various aspects of hydrological processes in the Okavango Delta, particularly flooding dynamics, evapotranspiration and vegetation/water relations. This involves the formulation of broad research programmes, preparation of (successful) research proposals, organising and conducting field measurement campaigns, design and implementation of observation networks, analysis and interpretation of data, and presentation of results in the form of scientific journal articles and oral presentations to various audiences. The candidate will also be expected to teach, supervise students and mentoring of junior staff.

Requirements:

Senior Research Scholar: (i) a Master’s Degree in Hydrology or related field, preferably focusing on wetland hydrology;(ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Hydrology, or a related field with at least a 2(i) pass and an overall aggregate not less than 65%; (iii) at least one year university (or a comparable institute) teaching experience or equivalent; (iv) a cumulative and sustained record of research and have at least 10publications, 7 of which should be refereed journal articles or book chapter and should be a lead/ or sole author in at least 3 of these; (v) show evidence of service to the university, profession and community; (vi) a PhD focusing on wetland hydrology, ability to demonstrate effective academic leadership, evidence of research mentorship of junior scholars as well as experience in wetland research, preferably focusing on tropical or sub-tropical wetlands and ideally on southern African wetlands will be added advantages.

Associate Professor Candidate should have: (i) a Master’s Degree in Hydrology or related field, preferably focusing on wetland hydrology; (ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Hydrology, or a related field with at least a 2(i) pass and an overall aggregate not less than 65%; (iii) at least three years university (or a comparable institute) teaching experience or equivalent; (iv) have an excellent cumulative and sustained record of research and publications, of at least 21 publications, 14 of which should be refereed journal articles or book chapter and should be a lead/or sole author in at least 11 of these; (v) the overall profile of research should provide evidence of research mentorship of junior scholars; (vi) show evidence of service to the university, profession and community; (vii) demonstrate effective academic leadership; (viii) experience in wetland research, preferably focusing on tropical or sub-tropical wetlands and ideally on southern African wetlands as well as a PhD preferably focusing on wetland hydrology will be added advantages.

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 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 CVs (including telephone, telex and telefax 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(s) and Position(s) applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the below address before the stipulated closing date. Send your application to: The Institute Administrator, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana, Tel. 6817223; Fax. 6861835: e-mail, recruitment@ori.ub.bw/kitso.moetedi@ori.ub.bw  . Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office number N0. 2, Porta cabin E1.

 Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged. NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date: Open until filled