South Africa: Assistant/Associate Professor- LAW posted by Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd

Please note this role is based in the Middle East, Qatar, relocation sponsorship and expatriate benefits apply.

To deliver high-quality legal education, contribute to academic scholarship through research and publications, and support the continued development of the Law Department. The role includes teaching undergraduate and/or postgraduate law courses, supervising research, and participating in academic leadership, depending on rank.

Eligibility:

Open to All Nationalities

Qualifications Required:

• Masters Degree in Law (LLM or equivalent)

• PhD in Law or a related legal discipline

• Admission to a legal bar or professional legal qualification (advantageous)

• Demonstrated record of academic scholarship and publication (required for Associate Professor level)

Experience:

• Assistant Professor:

  • Minimum of 35 years of post-PhD teaching and research experience in legal education

• Associate Professor:

  • Minimum of 810 years of teaching, research, and academic leadership

• Experience in curriculum development, legal research, and student mentoring

• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed law journals (essential for Associate level)

• Prior involvement in legal clinics, moot court supervision, or law reform (preferred)

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate law courses, seminars, and tutorials

• Design and update legal curriculum in line with modern legal developments and practices

• Supervise student research projects, dissertations, and thesis work

• Conduct high-quality legal research and publish in reputable academic journals

• Participate in departmental administration, committees, and academic planning

• Contribute to the academic community through service, outreach, and professional collaboration

• Mentor students and junior faculty

• Ensure legal education aligns with national and international academic standards

• Engage with external stakeholders including the legal profession and regulatory bodies

Key Skills:

• Deep knowledge of core legal subjects (e.g., Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, International Law, Corporate Law, etc.)

• Strong legal research and academic writing abilities

• Effective and dynamic teaching and communication skills

• Experience with legal technology and online learning platforms

• Curriculum design and academic assessment expertise

• Cross-cultural competence and ability to work in a diverse academic environment

• Ability to engage in interdisciplinary teaching and research

• Leadership and mentoring abilities (particularly for Associate level)