Associate Professor (DS14) - Civil Law / Islamic Law / Legal Practice Department

Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Malaysia is seeking a passionate Law Lecturer to educate and inspire the next generation of legal professionals. Responsibilities include curriculum development, teaching various law subjects, and contributing to academic research. Ideal candidates will hold advanced degrees in Laws and possess strong teaching and research capabilities. This role offers competitive remuneration based on experience and a permanent appointment status.

Qualifications

• Strong academic qualifications and teaching experience required.
• Specialization in Civil Law, Islamic Law, or Legal Practice preferred.
• Experience in higher education is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop law courses reflecting industry trends.
• Conduct and publish legal research.
• Provide mentorship and supervise student projects.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Research Capabilities

Student Engagement

Academic Contribution

Education

Doctorate (PhD) in Laws

Master’s Degree in Laws

Bachelor’s Degree in Laws

Job description

Job Responsibility

Scope

• As a Law Lecturer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of legal professionals.Your responsibilities will include teaching, curriculum development, research, and community engagement.You will aim to deliver an outstanding educational experience.This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about both law and education.You will contribute to the academic and professional development of students.
• The candidate shall be a member of either the Civil Law Department, Islamic Law Department, or Legal Practice Department at the Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws.You will be responsible for teaching, examining, conducting research, and fulfilling other duties normally required of IIUM academic staff.
• You are also expected to uphold moral and religious responsibilities towards colleagues and students as part of your role.
• As a lecturer and academic staff member, you are required to attend relevant meetings.These meetings may be related to administrative positions or held under directives issued by the Rector, Dean, or Head of the Kulliyyah/Centre/Department/Institute/Office/Mahallah.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Design and update comprehensive law courses that reflect current industry trends and academic standards.
• Deliver engaging lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions in various law subjects.
• Incorporate modern technologies and research methods in teaching.
• Create and evaluate exams, assignments, and projects.
• Provide constructive feedback to students.
• Conduct and publish impactful legal research.
• Supervise student research projects and theses.
• Stay updated with technological advancements and educational strategies.
• Participate actively in academic communities and continued education.
• Engage with industry professionals to ensure curriculum relevance.
• Foster opportunities for student internships and placements.
• Provide academic and personal mentorship to students.
  
  

Job Requirements

Job Information

Post: Associate Professor

Grade: DS14

Status of Appointment: Permanent (Malaysian only)

Remuneration: Basic salary starting from RM6,560.00 to RM15,360.00 (based on experience) with fixed allowances.

Area of Specialisation: (Please refer to item 7.0)

Department: Civil Law / Islamic Law / Legal Practice Department

Kulliyyah (Faculty): Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws

Location: Gombak

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold a Doctorate (PhD), Masterâs, and Bachelorâs degree in Laws from a recognised university.
  
  

Minimum Competencies

• Candidates must have strong academic qualifications, teaching skills, and research capabilities.
• Personal attributes such as student engagement and commitment to academic contribution are essential.
• Prior experience in teaching and research in higher education is an added advantage.
  
  

Other Requirements

Candidates applying for this senior academic position must have a solid foundation in law.In addition, proficiency or specialization in one or more of the following areas is highly preferred:

Civil Law Department

• Land Law
• Company Law
• Criminal Law
• Equity & Trust
• Banking Law
• Revenue Law
• Land Use & Planning
  
  

Islamic Law Department

• Law of Probate
• Law of Succession
• Family Law
• Islamic Family Law
• Islamic Legal System
• Islamic Criminal Law
  
  

Legal Practice Department

• Legal practitioners with experience in Criminal Litigation may teach Criminal Procedure, Criminal Trial Advocacy, or Evidence.
• Those with experience in Civil Litigation may teach Civil Procedure, Civil Litigation, Bankruptcy, Winding Up, and Foreclosure.
• Conveyancing lawyers may teach Conveyancing Practice, Law Practice Management, and Legal Correspondence.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills are required.A strong track record of research publications and academic community participation is highly desirable.
  
  

Language Qualifications

• All candidates must have the following:
• Credits in Bahasa Malaysia and English Language (including oral examination) at Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) level or equivalent qualification recognised by the Government (for Malaysian citizens).
• IELTS Band 6 or MUET Band 4.
• Candidates without the required English qualifications must sit for the IIUM English Language Proficiency Test.
  
  

Job Benefits

• Closing Date: Dec 31, 2025