Lecturer - Department of Procedural Law, Faculty of Law (1 Post)

University of Pretoria; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in South Africa is seeking a Lecturer in Procedural Law. Responsibilities include teaching modules, conducting research, and supervising students. Ideal candidates will hold an LLM degree, have relevant teaching experience, and possess strong academic administration skills. The role offers a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

50% contribution to medical aid premiums

Standard UP benefits

Qualifications

• An appropriate LLM degree.
• Relevant tertiary teaching experience will be a strong motivation.
• Evidence of community engagement in research and/or teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach alternative dispute resolution and civil procedure.
• Conduct academic and scholarly research.
• Supervise masters students.
• Perform academic administration and management.

Skills

Ability to plan and initiate discipline-related research

Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team

Appropriate communication skills

Excellent presentation skills

Education

LLM degree

Job description

Overview

UP Posting - Academic
FACULTY OF LAW
DEPARTMENT OF PROCEDURAL LAW
POST TITLE: LECTURER (1 POST)

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy. The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development. The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teaching alternative dispute resolution and civil procedure, and also have the ability to present any of the modules offered by the Department of Procedural Law, in order to meet the needs of the Department as required for both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
• Conducting academic and scholarly research;
• Having an in-depth understanding of specialisation to enable the development of new knowledge, innovation and understanding within the field;
• The development of new knowledge, innovation and understanding within the field;
• Supervising masters students;
• Mentoring students at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
• Performing academic administration and management;
• Performing other duties as delegated by the Head of the Department.

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate LLM degree;
• Relevant tertiary teaching experience will be a strong motivation;
• Evidence of community engagement being embedded in the research and/or teaching.

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

• Ability to plan and initiate discipline-related research;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team;
• Appropriate communication skills;
• Excellent presentation skills.

Added Advantages And Preferences

• Completion of the LLD or nearly completed, waiting on examination results
• Relevant teaching experience, including curriculum development at a tertiary or educational institution;
• Relevant academic administration experience will be a recommendation.
• Two accredited publications in the last three years will be a strong recommendation;
• Admitted attorney or advocate of the High Court of SA;
• Possess an in-depth understanding of the Law of Civil Procedure, Practical Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution.

The total remuneration package for this position ranges from approximately is as determined by UP policy guidelines. (These amounts include the University’s contributions to standard UP benefits, namely provident fund, group life and funeral cover, but exclude contributions to medical aid, as the latter varies per employee.) UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In Applying For This Post, Please Attach

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Names and contact details of peer reviewers (academic and research).

CLOSING DATE: 28 October 2025

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Please contact, Ms Onica Sihlangu, email: [e-mail] for application-related enquiries, and contact person, Prof Rashri Baboolal-Frank, Email: [e-mail] for enquiries relating to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 January 2026, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

Employment Equity Policy

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to, candidates from underrepresented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information, including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, and current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions.