vacancy no: ORI 10/2011 closing date: OPEN UNTILL FILLED
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to (i) conduct research on the carnivore behavioral ecology, population dynamics, predator-prey interactions and dynamics of predator-human conflicts in northern Botswana, Kgalagadi and other parts of Botswana where carnivores are found; (ii) contribute to the development of carnivore conservation strategy for Botswana. (iii) Contribute to the research environment of the Institute by preparing project proposals for funding; (iv) establishes Carnivore Research Group at the Institute and foster national and international collaborative links
Requirements: (i) A PhD in Wildlife Ecology and Management or Large Mammal Ecology with carnivore specialty; (ii) Strong quantitative/qualitative analytical capacity; (iii) The desire to engage in collaborative research, and the ability to work within a multi disciplinary and cross-cultural team. ii) university teaching experience or equivalent will be an added advantage; (iii) evidence of engagement in research and academic leadership will be an added advantage
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:
Centre Administrator,
Harry Oppenheimer Okavango Research Centre,
Private Bag 285, Maun
Tel 6861833; Fax 6861835
e-mail:dsenabye@orc.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.