Senior Lecturer Public Law

SUMMARY:
The core purpose of this academic post is to contribute to the academic project in the Faculty of La

POSITION INFO:

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.

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 Public 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 teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level,
specifically in Public Law modules, including Public International Law, International Trade
Law, International Environmental Law.
• 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 Public
Law.
• Assist with the development and implementation of the research strategy for the
Department of Public 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

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Sound knowledge in the theory and application of Public Law, specifically Public
International Law, International Trade Law, International Environmental Law
• Experience in facilitating teaching and learning at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Ability to design course material
• Contribute to the creation of knowledge through research and publications.
• Experience in research supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Strong communication, administrative and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interact successfully with internal and external stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

• An LLD or PHD in a sub-discipline in Public Law or equivalent
• 1 - 5 years’ experience in a teaching, learning and research environment
• Proven record of accepted peer-reviewed publications
• Proven record of post-graduate supervision
SCREENING QUESTIONS
SALARY RANGES (Peromnes)
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION e.g. contact person and telephone number, e-mail; etc.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:
• Cover letter
• Equity targeted groups to be specified on the advert