AssociateLecturer/Lecturer/SeniorLecturer-CRIMINAL AND PROCEDURAL LAW

Disclaimer:

No applicant would be allowed to apply and/or would be accepted after the closing date (21 February 2022).  

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

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Applications must be accompanied by a cover page on which applicants explain how they meet the requirements of the post.

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The core purpose of this academic post is to facilitate and administer the learning process for students in modules presented by the Faculty of Law at Nelson Mandela University at undergraduate and postgraduate level, to conduct research, contribute to community engagement and to be involved in the core functions of the university.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• • • Facilitate effective teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level, specifically in Criminal and Procedural Law modules, including Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Evidence, Legal Practice and a variety of law enforcement modules presented at Higher Certificate and Diploma Level.
• • Assume responsibility for course materials, lectures, tutorials and assessment of law modules, both at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

• • • Contribute to programme management and curriculum development.
  • • Successful research supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students in Criminal and Procedural Law.
  • • Assist with the development and implementation of the research strategy for the Department of Criminal and Procedural Law.
• • Be able to perform independent research and publish in peer reviewed journals.
• • Perform administrative duties and contribute to the achievement of the Faculty of Law's strategic plan

REQUIREMENTS

Senior Lecturer Level:

A LLD or PHD in a sub-discipline in Criminal and Procedural Law or equivalent

At least 5 years' experience in a teaching, learning and research environment

Proven record of accepted peer-reviewed publications

Lecturer Level:

A LLM in Criminal and Procedural Law or equivalent

At least 2 years' experience in a teaching, learning and research environment

Evidence of research outputs

Associate Lecturer Level:

A LLB degree

At least 1 year experience in a teaching, learning and research environment