Lecturer Mercantile Law

Nelson Mandela University; George; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A South African university in George is seeking a qualified individual for an academic position in the Faculty of Law. The role involves facilitating learning and teaching primarily in Mercantile Law, conducting independent research, and supervising both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Applicants must hold an LLM in Law and have at least 2 years of relevant teaching experience. Strong communication and administrative skills are essential. Application deadline is February 22, 2026.

Qualifications

• An LLM in a sub-discipline in Law is required.
• At least 2 years of experience in teaching, supervision, and research environments.
• Proven ability to produce research outputs in accredited journals.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning and teaching in Mercantile Law modules.
• Responsibility for course materials and assessments.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Skills

Knowledge of Mercantile Law

Teaching experience

Research and publications

Strong communication skills

Supervision of students

Education

LLM in a sub-discipline in Law

Job description

Job Location: George, Western Cape, South Africa
Application Deadline: February 22, 2026

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

• The core purpose of this academic post is to contribute to the academic project in the Faculty of Law through the facilitation of learning and teaching (primarily in the Department of Mercantile Law), to do research, contribute to the academic and community engagement and to be involved in the core functions of the Faculty.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Facilitate effective learning and teaching at undergraduate level, specifically in Mercantile Law modules, including service modules such as Labour Law, Environmental Law, Commercial Law, Law of Contract and Company Law;
• Assume responsibility for course materials, lectures, tutorials and assessment of modules in Mercantile Law;
• Supervision of under‑graduate and postgraduate students;
• Be able to perform independent research and publish in peer reviewed journals;
• Perform administrative duties and other functions as assigned by the Department or Faculty.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• A sound knowledge in the theory and application of Mercantile Law, preferably with specific knowledge and experience in Labour Law, Commercial Law and Environmental Law. Some knowledge in Law of Contract and Company would be advantageous.
• Experience in facilitating teaching and learning at undergraduate level;
• Ability to contribute to the creation of knowledge through research and publications;
• Strong communication, administrative and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to supervise undergraduate and masters candidates;
• Involvement in relevant engagement activities or other scholarly outputs.

REQUIREMENTS

• An LLM in a sub‑discipline in Law;
• At least 2 years’ experience in a teaching, learning, supervision and research environment;
• Demonstrated ability to produce research outputs, including accepted outputs in accredited journals (ideally at least two accredited publications for lecturer position);
• Supervision experience is an advantage.

Closing date

06 Feb 2026 21:59