Lecturer at University of Western Cape

The Department of Private Law is responsible for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervision, research, and community engagement in the fields of private law (the law of persons, property law, the law of contract and family law) as well as legal pluralism. The successful candidate for the vacant position in the Department of Private Law will join the property law stream, with specific emphasis on land and environmental law, and be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Facilitation of learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Conducting research and publishing in the field of private/public law
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Academic administration
• Curriculum development and assessment
• Community engagement

Minimum Requirements

• LLM or equivalent in the field of private law, or a related field

The following will serve as a strong recommendation in being considered for appointment at lecturer level:

• Registration for and progress with a doctorate in the field of private law (preferably property/environmental law), or a related field
• Evidence of supervision experience at LLB or Master’s level
• Teaching experience at LLB or at Master’s level
• Evidence of peer reviewed research publications
• A professional qualification and/or practical experience in the field of private law

Deadline:29th August,2025