1. POST NO: 2112 – LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER OF HYDROLOGY
The National University of Lesotho Water Institute (NULWI) is seeking a professional with broad expertise and experience in water science, particularly Hydrological Modelling of surface water as applied to water resources assessment and development at catchment and regional scale.
PROFILE OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
Research:
The successful candidate should have a core research expertise in the aspect of rainfall-runoff modeling and should also show evidence of broader knowledge spanning water quality as well as experimental approaches in hydrology. Such a breadth of expertise is needed for effective supervision of postgraduate MSc theses. The candidate should have a strong research profile demonstrated by
- A record of quality publications in hydrological modelling
- Experience as principle investigator in a multi-disciplinary research setting and
- Success in acquiring external funding from differing funding sources.
Education: The successful candidate should demonstrate a successful record of teaching and student supervision at MSc level in a multicultural setting. Experience in adaptation of MSc programs to changing needs in the water sector as well as evidence of success in acquiring fellowships and other forms of sponsorship is an added advantage.
Capacity Development: The successful candidate should have experience in project formulation and in assisting postgraduate (MSc) students to find their footing in water resources research. The candidate should demonstrate capability in institutional strengthening and development in developing countries. Highly valued experience will include assisting NULWI to find new research fronts.
REQUIREMENTS
- PhD degree in hydrology and/or water resources management/engineering;
- Research reputation demonstrated through a record of quality publications;
- Demonstration of a capacity to attract funded research grants;
- Experience lecturing and supervising MSc level theses;
- Experience in researching as a team player in a multi-disciplinary setting;
- Relevant professional experience in developing countries;
- Excellent command of the English language.
RENUMERATION: The University offers salaries and other benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
TYPE OF CONTRACT
Permanent and pensionable/gratuitable for Locals and Contract for Non-Locals.
INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM CANDIDATES
- Signed application letters stating relevant qualifications and experience and provide other information that will assist the University to determine the candidate’s suitability for the position;
- Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for;
- Provide current CV’s (including telephone and e-mail contact details) and certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts;
- Provide names and contact details of three (3) contactable professional referees;
- Certified copy of an Identity Document.
All applications should be e-mailed to [email protected] and addressed to:
Director Human Resources
National University of Lesotho
Roma 180
Lesotho
The closing date for receiving full applications for the position is 14th March, 2023.
NB. ALL THE ATTACHMENTS (APPLICATION LETTER, CV, CERTIFICATES, & ID) SHOULD BE COMBINED AND EMAILED AS ONE PDF DOCUMENT
DISCLAIMER: If you do not receive any response within three months after the closing date, you must consider your application unsuccessful