Lecturer in Emergency and Trauma Nursing

FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES SCHOOL OF NURSING DEPARTMENT OF CRITICAL CARE NURSING VACANCY NO: IRC 3563 The University of Botswana (UB), a premier state-owned tertiary institution dedicated to shaping the future through excellence, research, innovation and meaningful societal impact, invites applications from accomplished and suitably qualified professionals for the position of Lecturer in Emergency/Trauma and Emergency Nursing in the Department of Critical Care Nursing under the School of Nursing. The Lecturer in Emergency/Trauma and Emergency Nursing is responsible for undertaking independent teaching and research in Emergency/Trauma and Emergency Nursing discipline and makes independent contributions to professional practice and/or expertise. The successful candidate will also coordinate or lead the related activities as appropriate to the discipline and undertake administrative activities of the University.

Job Summary

• Employer: University of Botswana
• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Gaborone, Botswana
• Category: Education
• Salary: The University offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Closing Date: 2026-12-02

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Emergency Nursing and related areas. The Department reserves the right to allocate other courses in addition to those outlined here;
• Contribute to the development of and implementation of university, faculty and school level strategies, policies, plans, and procedures;
• Supervise both undergraduate and graduate student research projects;
• Conduct research in the specialized areas stated above and also complement existing research activities;
• Participate in other academic and professional activities of the department;
• Develop, update, and deliver undergraduate and possibly some graduate courses;
• Design and administer assessments that accurately measure student learning outcomes;
• Publish scholarly articles at national and international seminars and conferences;
• Conduct research and participate in research teams and collaborative projects;
• Participate in external research in efforts to boost the standing of the university as required;
• Assist with organizing faculty/ university symposium and conferences of national importance;
• Engage in continuous professional development to stay current in both academic and professional realms locally;
• Participate in the identification and mitigation of operational risks;
• Collaborate with relevant internal and external stakeholders as needed to effectively deliver duties as defined;
• Comply with relevant regulations and legislations;
• Write and submit written manuscripts for possible publishing;
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of School/Departmental Chairperson.

Requirements

• a PhD in Nursing;
• a Master's degree in Nursing Science with specialization in Emergency/Trauma and Emergency Nursing ;
• Registered or eligible to register as a Specialist Nurse in Emergency/Trauma and Emergency Nursing with Nursing and Midwifery Council of Botswana
• a Bachelor's degree in Nursing Science or Equivalent;
• Evidence of engagement in research.

Salary

The University offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

The curriculum vitae (CV) should contain a detailed list of publications clearly specifying titles of publications, ISBN numbers, (for books, book chapters, and conference proceedings), dates published, name of publishers, and name(s) of co-authors if any and number of pages. Applicants are to address the stated qualification in their application letters and provide other information to assist the University in determining their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone and active e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, and names and addresses of three referees . Complete documentation should be sent to: The Faculty Manager, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Private Bag UB 00712, Gaborone, Botswana ; Telephone: (267) xxx xxxx; e-mail: [email protected] . 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 before the stipulated closing date. Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged. NB: Only shortlisted applicants wi…