PROFESSOR English

vacancy no: FH/E 4/2010	closing date: (Open until filled)
Duties: The successful applicant will be required to teach African literature, at both undergraduate and graduate levels, focusing on any of southern, central, or east African fiction, as well as post-colonial literary theory. Further, ability to teach 17th century English poetry and 19th and 20th century American literature would be an added advantage. Requirements: Candidates should have (i) a PhD, in the related area; (ii) at least 8 years teaching experience; iii) successfully supervised graduate students at both Masters and PhD levels; (iv) a cumulative and sustained record of research and publications; (iv) a minimum of 24 pieces of published research products, at least 12 of which are refereed journal articles; (v) been lead and/or single author in at least 10 journal articles or book chapters; (vi) evidence of service to the university, the profession and the community; (vii) the ability to attract funding from international sources and this should be reflected in the profile; (viii) a proven record of academic leadership in teaching, research and administration; (ix) acted as a mentor to junior academic staff. The curriculum vitae should contain a detailed list of published works, clearly specifying titles of publications, dates published, names of publishers, name/s of co-authors if any and page numbers. The works should be categorized into refereed and non-refereed articles, book chapters and books. 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: The Faculty Administrator Faculty of Humanities, Private Bag UB 00703, Gaborone. Telephone (267) 355 2643 Fax 267 318-5098. E-mail: human@mopipi.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. 126 at Block 239 (239/126)