Associate Professor/Lecturer of Law

University of Reading Malaysia; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Reading Malaysia seeks an Associate Professor/Lecturer of Law to teach and assess law modules in the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) programme. The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of English Law and the Malaysian legal system, alongside a commitment to high-quality teaching and research.

Qualifications

• PhD in Law or closely related discipline required.
• At least 3 years of teaching experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of English and Malaysian legal systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality teaching.
• Prepare and deliver lectures, tutorials, and seminars.
• Assist with academic events and administrative duties.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Law Degree

Master’s Degree in Law

PhD in Law or closely related discipline

Job description

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Position: Associate Professor/Lecturer of Law

School / Department: School of Law, University of Reading Malaysia

Reports to: Head of School of Law, University of Reading Malaysia

Applicants need to have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of English Law with sound knowledge and understanding of the Malaysian legal system and laws within the jurisdiction in any 2 or more of the following subject areas:

Commercial Law

Contract

Criminal Law

Equity & Trust

European Union Law

Evidence Law

International Law

Land/Property Law

Medical Law

Public Law

In addition to the above, it will be preferred if the applicants also have any/both of the following expertise(s):

Mooting

Advocacy

Purpose

To teach, assess, and complete relevant administration work for law modules offered in the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) programme and other non-law programmes offered to undergraduate students and students in the foundation programme at the University of Reading Malaysia

The Post

The University of Reading Malaysia is seeking to appoint a permanent Lecturer to support the delivery of the law modules offered in the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) programme and other non-law programmes to students in the University’s campus at EduCity, Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia. Successful candidates in addition to satisfying the essential attributes should also demonstrate teaching experience in a core area of law, and the ability to carry out teaching and administrative duties to a high standard, commensurate with their stage of career while initiating and carrying out international quality research both individually and collaboratively, including working with industry. Successful applicants will be willing to teach topics both within and outside their major field of expertise, and able to contribute to the development of an exciting, innovative and engaging teaching environment.

The University and School

The University of Reading has been at the forefront of UK higher education for nearly a century. Home to innovation, the University pushes academic boundaries and leads social change, both locally and internationally.

The University of Reading which is ranked #26 according to the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025 and ranked #172 in the QS World University Rankings 2025, a home to over 27,000 students from over 160 countries has award-winning campuses in Reading, Henley-upon-Thames, Johannesburg, and Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia.

It enjoys a world-class reputation for teaching, research and enterprise. Established as an extension college of Christ Church, Oxford in 1892, the University received its Royal Charter in 1926, the only university to do so between the two world wars. It has received the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher Education five times.

The University of Reading Law School, which is known for producing law graduates who are well-rounded and highly adaptable, is now offered through its international branch campus in Malaysia, the first and only foreign international branch campus in Malaysia to offer a law degree. The School has a reputation for being a hub for high-quality research and teaching with impact. Our academics undertake a wide variety of individual and collaborative research, much of which has made a discernible impact beyond the school. Our subject experts undertake a wide variety of research around themes including but not limited to Global Law; Justice, Family, Gender and Sexuality; Public Policy; Property, Transactions and Markets; Governance, Commercial Law and Financial Regulation.

Staff at the University of Reading Malaysia work closely with colleagues at the School of Law on the UK campus. Joining our School of Law will give you the opportunity to flourish in a dynamic and collaborative teaching environment and immerse yourself in legal debate and developments alongside academics, who are at the forefront of changes to global legal systems. The School’s staff in the UK collaborate with colleagues at universities the world over, including in Malaysia, and they are keen to develop new research and teaching partnerships with staff at the University of Reading Malaysia.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General

To develop and deliver high-quality teaching in the first instance, and research in due course

Teaching

Contribute to undergraduate courses by preparing and delivering lectures, tutorials, seminars, practical classes, etc, and through marking, providing feedback and project supervision.

Preparing, marking and moderating coursework and examinations, as required.

Show flexibility and be prepared to develop and teach material both within and outside their own immediate research interests.

Acting as a Personal Tutor, which involves monitoring the progress of Personal Tutees and providing them with academic and pastoral support.

Running consultation sessions to support students in their learning and understanding of the relevant module.

Assist with academic events.

Additional Duties

Undertaking administrative duties related to the support and teaching role including weekly attendance returns, maintaining student records, correspondence, writing references and liaison with the relevant bodies within the University.

Provide support to the Head of Section (Law) in professional accreditation and recognition of programmes and in the establishment and development of the new School of Law at UoRM.

Supporting UoRM Marketing and Recruitment with publicising and promoting UORM programmes at open days and student recruitment fairs.

Participate in staff meetings and committees, as required by the Head of Section.

Other projects as agreed with the Head of Section.

Others

The post-holder is expected to undertake any other duties that fall within the scope of the post as allocated by the line manager, following consultation with the post-holder.

The ability to observe and work within the University of Reading values and professional behaviours framework:

https://www.reading.ac.uk/human-resources/-/media/project/functions/human-resources/documents/humresvalues-for-working-together-and-professional-behaviours.pdf

Supervision Received

School of Law staff will receive general guidance from the Head of Section School of Law at University Reading Malaysia. Mentoring will be provided to advise and assist each appointment to meet the requirements of the post and progression in their career. Work is carried out according to deadlines agreed with the Head of Section with supervision on a day-to-day basis being minimal.

Supervision Given

The successful candidate will be expected to supervise and mentor undergraduate and, depending on previous experience, postgraduate research students.

Contact

The post holder will have regular contact with staff in Malaysia, Module Convenors and other academics in the UK as well as students, applicants, and visitors. Appointees will also be encouraged to develop intra and extra-institutional collaborations in support of research and student placement activities.

Terms and Conditions

This post is full-time and permanent. The terms and conditions will be standard terms and conditions for a Lecturer at the University of Reading Malaysia. The post is based in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

CRITERIA

ATTAINMENT

A Bachelor of Law Degree and A Master’s Degree in Law

PhD in Law or closely related discipline

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Expertise in teaching the 12 substantive law subjects which include the 6 core subjects required to obtain a Qualifying Law Degree Programme.

Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of English Law with sound knowledge and understanding of the Malaysian legal system and laws within the jurisdiction.

Broad knowledge of law topics and willingness to teach outside of the primary area of expertise.

At least 3 years of teaching experience supported by evidence of good teaching skills

Experience of working at an advanced level within the higher education establishment or research environment

Experience of relevant Industry work

SKILLS REQUIRED

Ability to effectively engage in the teaching and learning of large and small groups of undergraduate students who are pursuing law modules from the various law and or non-law programmes

Ability to adapt integrated teaching materials and delivery style to suit the local context and according to the specific needs of the learners

Ability to teach students with varying levels of spoken/ written English language skills

Fluency in English, both written and spoken and strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills

Ability to work within the Law Management Team to develop materials for accreditation of programmes

Awareness of academic conventions and university life

Ability to inspire students with enthusiasm for the subject

Experience in delivering professional learning and/or workshops using online and/or blended technology to enhance learning and teaching

Experience of teaching or studying in a UK HE setting

Experience in teaching students of different nationalities or cultural groups

Experience in supervising undergraduate research projects

Experience of pastoral care of students

DISPOSITION

Ability to work as part of a team in a collegiate, respectful and considerate manner

Ability to work on own initiative and meet deadlines reliably

Effective organisational and administrative skills, and the ability to follow protocols.

Commitment to excellence in all areas of work and to supporting this through continuous professional development Strong commitment to a high standard of user-focused service delivery

OTHERS

Willingness to teach undergraduate-level outside of primary areas of expertise

Potential to take on leadership and/or administrative roles at the departmental/ university level

Awareness of the challenges that may be associated with working across international campuses.

Industry Experience or Research profile should commensurate with Professional Experience or years post-PhD

No. of positions available: 2

Application

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application together with their curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining their suitability for this position through Jobstreet. We appreciate your application however due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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We are an international branch campus of the University of Reading, UK. Our stunning, modern campus is located in Educity, Iskandar Puteri, a strategic initiative by the government to establish what is now a rapidly-emerging international hub for education. The campus building is a spacious, eco-friendly facility that houses IT-enabled classrooms, lecture theatre, labs, a learning resource centre and student social areas all under one roof. As part of Educity, staff and students have access to world-class sports facilities.

We focus on high-quality teaching and research and offer degrees in professional disciplines that mirror those found on the UK campus. Schools represented on campus include the renowned Henley Business School, School of Law, School of Built Environment and School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences. We place significant emphasis on the student experience, employability, industry links and supporting the Iskandar community.

ABOUT US

University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM) is a wholly-owned international branch campus of the University of Reading. The University of Reading is one the UK’s leading research intensive universities and is consistently ranked in league tables for its high-quality teaching and research, internationalisation, and graduate employability. UoRM is an integral part of the University’s global strategy, together with the NUIST-Reading Academy in Nanjing China and various other international partnerships.

ABOUT YOU

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of the dynamic team at University of Reading Malaysia. You have a great attitude along with energy and enthusiasm. You are dedicated, self-motivated and able to learn quickly. You enjoy being part of a team and working with others in a collaborative manner. You are always professional and respectful.

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University of Reading Malaysia,

We are an international branch campus of the University of Reading, UK. Our stunning, modern campus is located in Educity, Iskandar Puteri, a strategic initiative by the government to establish what is now a rapidly-emerging international hub for education. The campus building is a spacious, eco-friendly facility that houses IT-enabled classrooms, lecture theatre, labs, a learning resource centre and student social areas all under one roof. As part of Educity, staff and students have access to world-class sports facilities.

We focus on high-quality teaching and research and offer degrees in professional disciplines that mirror those found on the UK campus. Schools represented on campus include the renowned Henley Business School, School of Law, School of Built Environment and School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences. We place significant emphasis on the student experience, employability, industry links and supporting the Iskandar community.

ABOUT US

University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM) is a wholly-owned international branch campus of the University of Reading. The University of Reading is one the UK’s leading research intensive universities and is consistently ranked in league tables for its high-quality teaching and research, internationalisation, and graduate employability. UoRM is an integral part of the University’s global strategy, together with the NUIST-Reading Academy in Nanjing China and various other international partnerships.

ABOUT YOU

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of the dynamic team at University of Reading Malaysia. You have a great attitude along with energy and enthusiasm. You are dedicated, self-motivated and able to learn quickly. You enjoy being part of a team and working with others in a collaborative manner. You are always professional and respectful.

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