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PROFESSOR/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/ SENIOR LECTURER IN MEDIA STUDIES

vacancy no: FH/ MS 1/ 2012closing date: Open Until Filled

For all the three positions above, 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 number of pages. The works should be categorized into books, book chapters, refereed and non-refereed works, conference papers, consultancies and practical media creative works. Professional experience in a media industry will be an added advantage.

Duties: The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Undergraduate courses in Media Theory, including Cinema, and at least three of the following: Media Management, Gender Representation, History, Media Monitoring, Film and Research Methods. Candidates will also be expected to teach at post-graduate level as soon as post-graduate programmes are introduced. It will be a strong advantage if s/he can also teach practical aspects of Photo-Journalism and/or Video. The candidate will be expected to contribute to the academic standing and good reputation of the Department of Media Studies by engaging in research, publications and external professional activities.

Requirements: Professor: Candidates should have; (i) at least a Masters’ Degree in Media Studies, Journalism or related fields; (ii) a Bachelors’ Degree in Media Studies, Journalism or related fields with at least a 2(i) pass and an overall aggregate not less than 65%; (iii) hold the position of Professor in Media Studies/ Journalism or have at least 8 years of teaching experience (preferably including post-graduate teaching) at a University or comparable institution; (iv) have a good and sustained record of research and publications (in Media or related subjects) with at least 24 publications, 12 of which should be refereed journal articles; lead and/or single author in at least 10 refereed journal articles or book chapters; (v) Evidence of service to University, the Profession and the Community; (vi) Evidence of effective academic leadership; (vii) a relevant PhD and ability to attract funding from international sources will be added advantages. Associate Professor: Candidates should have (i) at least a Masters’ Degree in Media Studies, journalism or related fields; (ii) a Bachelors’ Degree in Media Studies, Journalism or related fields with at least a 2(i) pass and an overall aggregate not less than 65%; (iii) hold the position of Associate Professor in Media Studies/ Journalism or at least 5 years of teaching experience (preferably including post-graduate teaching) at a University or comparable institution; (iv) have a good and sustained record of research and publications (in Media or related subjects) with at least 12 publications, 8 of which should be refereed journal articles; lead and/or single authored in at least 6 refereed journal articles or book chapters; (v) Evidence of service to University, the Profession and the Community; (vi) Evidence of effective academic leadership; (vii) a relevant PhD and ability to attract funding from international sources will be added advantages. Senior Lecturer: Candidates should have (i) a Masters’ Degree in Media Studies, Journalism or related fields; (ii) a Bachelor’s Degree in Media Studies, Journalism or related fields with at least a 2(i) pass and an overall aggregate not less than 65%; (iii) at least 3 years of teaching experience at a university or comparable institution; (iv) have a good and sustained record of research and publications (in Media or related subjects) with at least 6 publications, 4 of which are peer reviewed journal articles; (v) lead and/or single author in at least 2 refereed journal articles or book chapters; (vi) applicants should demonstrate evidence of service; (vii) a relevant PhD and demonstration of effective academic leadership will be added advantages.

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:kobamelo.mukono@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.

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