Vacancy

Qualification and Experience:

• A PhD in Geomorphology, Geology, Earth System Sciences or related
field.
• Demonstrated commitment to field-based, experiential learning and
innovative Undergraduate and Postgraduate education.
• Demonstrated excellence in conducting and publishing high-quality
academic research and track record of scholarly publications in
reputable peer-reviewed journals.
• Active participation in national and international Conferences,
Seminars and Workshops
• Successful grant applications or research funding acquisition.
• Experience in supervising and mentoring research students or junior
researchers.
• Strong research ethics and commitment to academic integrity.

Duties:

1. To develop and deliver high-quality Lectures, Tutorials and
Practical sessions in Geomorphology at Postgraduate and
Undergraduate levels;
2. To supervise and mentor students , guiding them in their research
projects/theses and facilitating their academic and personal
growth;
3. To conduct cutting-edge research in the field of Geomorphology.
Publish scholarly articles in reputable journals and actively seek
external research funding;
4. To provide academic leadership within the department and
contribute to curriculum development, course design and programme
enhancement;
5. To collaborate with Colleagues and contribute to interdisciplinary
research projects and initiatives;
6. To serve on Departmental and University Committees, participate in
academic decision-making processes and contribute to the overall
development of the University as assigned by the Head of
Department;
7. To undertake Consultancy Assignments; and
8. To engage in Community Outreach activities, fostering
collaborations with local organisations and promoting the
importance of Geomorphology in Eswatini.

Appointment Terms:

Local Candidates
Permanent and Pensionable service after successful completion of two years on probation; 10% Recruitment/Retention Allowance, Housing/Housing Allowance and other benefits.

Expatriate Candidates
Initial Two-year contract with a possibility for renewal by mutual consent subject to satisfactory performance plus Gratuity, 10% Recruitment/Retention Allowance, Housing/Housing Allowance, relocation expenses and other benefits.

Application:

PLEASE INDICATE REFERENCE NUMBER OF POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Applications addressed to The Registrar, University of Eswatini, Private Bag 4, Kwaluseni Eswatini should be emailed to; recruitment@uneswa.ac.sz.

Emailed applications should consist of the following:
• An application letter;
• A detailed CV;
• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications;
• Certified copies of academic transcripts; and
• Names of four (4) Referees with their current email addresses.

Applications missing any of the above will not be considered.

Due to the large volume of applications we receive, it is not possible to respond to each application individually. Should you not receive correspondence from the University FIVE (5) MONTHS after the closing date, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

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