Lecturer in Psychology

University of Botswana

Faculty of Social Sciences – Department of Psychology
Vacancy No: IRC 2918
Location: University of Botswana, Gaborone

About the Role

The Department of Psychology at the University of Botswana invites applications from an innovative and research-active psychologist to join our team. The successful candidate will:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate psychology courses
• Initiate, promote, and participate in research activities
• Supervise student research projects, practicum, and internship students
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Head of Department

Requirements

Applicants must have:

1. Academic Qualifications

• Doctorate in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) with a specialization in Clinical or Counselling Psychology
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the Botswana Health Professions Council

2. Teaching Experience

• Minimum of 3 years relevant teaching experience at a university or comparable institution

3. Research & Publications

• Sustained and excellent research record
• Minimum of 6 research outputs, including at least 4 articles in refereed/accredited journals indexed internationally
• Remaining outputs may include journal articles, book chapters, peer-reviewed conference proceedings, or an academic book (equivalent to a maximum of 4 refereed articles, depending on publisher quality)
• Minimum of 1 peer-reviewed publication every 2 years
• Lead or single author in at least 2 refereed journal articles
• Evidence of research impact (citations, h-index, patents, policy application, prescribed texts, peer reviews)

4. Professional Recognition & Engagement

• Recognized as having national research standing (e.g., reviewer for refereed publishers, editorial board membership, keynote speaker at national/international conferences)
• Evidence of governance and social engagement

Desirable / Advantageous:

• Sustained internally and/or externally funded research activity
• Research awards or recognition
• Experience as examiner/moderator/assessor for undergraduate and/or postgraduate projects nationally
• Experience in managing academic programs or courses

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

• Cover letter addressing the qualifications and experience
• Detailed curriculum vitae including:
  • Full list of published works, categorized into books, book chapters, refereed journals, non-refereed works, consultancies, and practical media projects
  • Titles, ISBN numbers, publication dates, publishers, co-authors, and number of pages
• Certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts
• Contact details of three referees (name, address, email, telephone)

Referees must:

• Quote the vacancy number
• Specify the position applied for
• Submit references directly to the University before the closing date

Remuneration

The University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience. For more information, visit www.ub.bw.

Application Submission

Send applications to:

The Human Resources Manager
Faculty of Social Sciences
Private Bag UB 00705
Gaborone, Botswana
Tel: +267 355 4894
Email: fssvacancies@ub.ac.bw

Hand-delivered applications: Office No. 137, Block 240

Closing Date: 9th January 2026

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.