Senior Lecturer - Constitutional & Administrative Law and Tort Law

Taylor's University; Selangor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable higher education institution in Selangor is seeking a Senior Lecturer for Constitutional & Administrative Law and Tort Law. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Law and a strong record in teaching and research, including publications in recognized journals. Responsibilities include conducting classes, engaging in program development, and contributing to research projects. This role offers opportunities for academic growth and involvement in collaborative projects with external organizations.

Qualifications

• PhD in Law specializing in Constitutional & Administrative Law and Tort Law.
• At least 2 years of relevant teaching experience.
• Published at least 3 papers in C.I. journals in the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classes, tutorials, and practicals for law courses.
• Participate in curriculum development and program improvement.
• Engage in scholarly research and community work.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research capability

Curriculum development

Presentation skills

Education

PhD in Law or a closely related field

Master's degree

Job description

Senior Lecturer - Constitutional & Administrative Law and Tort Law

• Undertake teaching and teaching‑related duties such as design, preparation, and development of teaching materials; conduct classes/lectures, tutorials, and practicals; consultation with students, invigilation, marking, and assessment.
• Participate and contribute to high‑quality programme and curriculum development
• Plan and implement teaching strategies to optimise student learning as well as to motivate them.
• Support in research project work and scholarship of postgraduate students
• Establish and maintain high standards of teaching and effective learning to meet the University’s teaching and learning expectations.

Research

• Participate in scholarly activities, including undertaking research, conference presentations, journal publications, and relevant community work.
• Support efforts to secure grants for research activities and scholarships as co‑researcher.
• Achieve the specified set of research outcome targets for the Senior Lecturer level of appointment.

Administration and Other Activities

• Undertake and contribute to administrative responsibilities such as attending departmental meetings, participating in committees, and working groups within the Department, School, and Faculty.
• Participate in continuous relevant professional activities.
• Assist in establishing linkages with external organisations/professional bodies in academic‑related matters.

Requirements

• Possess aPhD inLawor a closely related field specializing in Constitutional & Administrative Law and Tort Law from a reputable institution.
• Possess at least two (2) years of relevant teaching experience.
• Preferably with h-index 3.
• Graduated at least 1 Master Degree student.
• Published at least 3 papers in in C.I. journal (ISI, SCOPUS) in the last 5 years.
• Secured research grant(s) as a Principal Investigator worth at least RM20,000.
• Experience working in higher education environment and a track record of teaching experience and professional knowledge of curriculum development or good record of professional experience with evidence of coaching and mentoring and a high quality of presentation skills.
• Experience in developing teaching methodologies and materials, including the effective use of IT technologies in the facilitation of teaching and learning.
• Experience working on research projects and activities or experience of professional practice/consultancy work, including evidence of appropriate outputs.