Associate Professor

UWC Sport; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent South African university in Bellville seeks an Associate Professor / Senior Lecturer in Mercantile Law. The role involves teaching, conducting research, and supervising postgraduate students. Candidates must possess an LLD or equivalent, demonstrate a strong record in research, and have experience in community engagement. This permanent, full-time position aims to enhance academic and community involvement within the Faculty of Law, contributing to a dynamic educational environment.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in Mercantile Law.
• Record of successful postgraduate supervision, at least at Master’s level.
• Evidence of expertise and international presence in Mercantile Law.

Responsibilities

• Conducting research and publishing in Mercantile Law.
• Facilitation of learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Academic administration and curriculum development.

Skills

Academic leadership

Facilitation of learning

Supervising postgraduate students

Community engagement

Quality peer-reviewed publications

Education

LLD or equivalent in Mercantile Law

Job description

Title of Position

Associate Professor / Senior Lecturer

Post Number

A725

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape → Law → Mercantile & Labour Law

Type of Position

Permanent - Full Time

Location

Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

21/1/2026

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) enjoys national and international acclaim for its continuing contribution to democratic change in South Africa and for making quality education accessible to all South Africans and developing centres of excellence of national importance. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive Faculty dedicated to teaching and research, as well as to overall student development. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and willing to make a significant contribution to the development of the Faculty.

Required

The Department of Mercantile and Labour Law is responsible for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervision, research, and community engagement in the fields of Mercantile Law (Corporate Law, Fintech Law and Regulation, Competition Law, International Trade and Investment Law, Tax Law) as well as Labour Law. The successful candidate for the vacant position in the Department of Mercantile and Labour Law will be required to teach Corporate Law and possibly aspects of Fintech Law and Regulation. The successful candidate will also be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Academic leadership within the Department
• Facilitation of learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Conducting research and publishing in the field of Mercantile Law
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students at Masters and Doctoral level
• Academic administration
• Curriculum development and assessment
• Community engagement

Minimum Requirements for the position of Associate Professor

• LLD or equivalent, in the field of Mercantile law
• Teaching experience in the field of Mercantile law
• A significant record of quality peer reviewed publications in the field of Mercantile law
• A record of successful postgraduate supervision, at least at Master’s level
• Evidence of expertise, national standing, and an international presence in the field of Mercantile Law
• The integration of community engagement with learning and teaching and/or research

Minimum Requirements For The Position Of Senior Lecturer

• LLD or equivalent, in the field of Mercantile Law
• Teaching experience, in the field of Mercantile Law
• A record of quality peer reviewed publications in the field of Mercantile law
• A record of successful supervision at LLB final year level
• Demonstrated competence in community engagement

Advantageous For Appointment At Associate Professor

• Experience in teaching Corporate Law and / or Fintech Law
• Proven experience at doctoral level

Advantageous For Appointment At Senior Lecturer

• Experience in teaching Corporate Law and / or Fintech Law
• Publications in Corporate Law and / or Fintech Law
• Supervision at Master’s and Doctoral level would be advantageous

The following will serve as a strong recommendation in being considered for appointment at both levels

• A doctorate
• Teaching experience and research publications and / or
• Postgraduate supervision in Corporate Law or Fintech Law and Regulation

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.

To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the "Apply for this Job" link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone]/3642/9362/9708/3160/3756 or email: [e-mail].

DISCLAIMER

By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.