RESEARCH SCHOLAR IN SOIL SCIENCE

HOORC
vacancy no: ORI 3/2011	closing date: OPEN UNTILL FILLED
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to initiate, establish and develop research programmes leading to improved understanding of soil formation, soil loss and soil type distribution in relation to major landforms in northern Botswana. Specific research activities should be directed towards: soil evolution in terms of land-use/cover change and persistent use (e.g. cropping) patterns. Specific functions include (i) developing an understanding of the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of wetland and dryland soils (ii) contributing to multidisciplinary studies requiring data on soil fertility in relation to land-use and management (iii) contributing to the research environment of the Institute by preparing project proposals for funding including work on soil characteristic changes in relation to climate change (iv) work in a team and be able to interact constructively, and join current research programmes (v) disseminate scholarly research findings via high-quality peer reviewed journals and other outlets, including national and international scientific meetings (vi) teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate students. Requirements: Candidates should have the following qualifications (i) A PhD in Soil Science or a related field with a specialisation in pedology (ii) university teaching experience or equivalent will be and added advantage (iii) evidence of engagement in research, academic leadership and of service to the university, profession and community will also be an added advantage Remuneration: The University offers a 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.Vs (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: Centre Administrator, Harry Oppenheimer Okavango Research Centre, Private Bag 285, Maun Tel 6861833; Fax 6861835 e-mail:dsenabye@orc.ub.bw 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. Click here to apply online Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged Hand delivered applications should be submitted to office No.018, Block 223(223/018)