Associate Professor / Senior Lecturer

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

Job summary

A leading South African educational institution is seeking an Associate Professor / Senior Lecturer in Mercantile Law. The role involves teaching, research, and supervision at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with a focus on Corporate and Fintech Law. Ideal candidates should possess an LLD or equivalent and have a robust record of publications and community engagement. Closing date for applications is 1/12/2025.

Qualifications

• LLD or equivalent in the field of Mercantile law.
• Teaching experience in the field of Mercantile law.
• Significant record of quality peer‑reviewed publications.
• Record of successful postgraduate supervision.
• Evidence of national standing and international presence.

Responsibilities

• Facilitation of learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Conducting research and publishing in Mercantile Law.
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Curriculum development and academic administration.
• Community engagement.

Skills

Teaching experience in Mercantile Law

Community engagement

Record of quality peer-reviewed publications

Supervision at postgraduate level

Expertise in Corporate Law

Expertise in Fintech Law

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: 1/12/2025

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.

Responsibilities

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 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

Strong Recommendation 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]/9763/9708/3551/3756 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.