SENIOR LECTURER: MERCANTILE LAW

The University of Fort Hare is a vibrant, equitable and sustainable African university, committed to teaching and research excellence at the service of its students, scholars and the wider community.
The University of Fort Hare is seeking applications from appropriately qualified and experienced candidates for the post of a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Law

SENIOR LECTURER: MERCANTILE LAW (Ref no: ML26)

Minimum Requirements:        

• Doctoral qualification in Law.
• At least five (5) years teaching experience in higher education.
• A track record of DHET accredited research publications commensurate with the academic rank of senior lecturer.
• Post-graduate supervision experience at least at Master’s level.

Added advantage:

• NRF rating
• Registration with professional / scientific bodies.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Teaching and learning within the department.
• Understanding of and familiarity with the higher education teaching, learning, research and innovation domain.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strict observance to ethical principles and academic integrity.
• Suitable ability to mentor junior staff or colleagues.
• Supervise post-graduate research.
• Fundraising for research.

Closing Date: 15 November 2022 2022
 
To apply:  Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:

1. Visit the Website ufh.ac.za/jobs for a more comprehensive advert and to apply online. Applications must clearly indicate the name of the post applied for on the SUBJECT LINE. 
2. Submit the motivation and resume as well as supporting documents namely; ID/passport, certificates and three work-related referees, on the application website.
3. No faxes or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.
4. Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date.  Late applications will not be considered.
5. Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application being disqualified.

Note:   Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only.
 
Queries can be directed to Ms M. Gumede on mgumede@ufh.ac.za and 043 704 7190
 
The University reserves the right NOT to make a permanent appointment at this stage.
University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.