Associate Professor (Faculty of Law : Department of Mercantile Law)
University of JohannesburgCity of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng, South Africa3 days ago
Job descriptionIndustry : Education & Training Job category : Education and Training Campus : Auckland Park Kingsway Campus Contract : Permanent Remuneration : Market Related EE position : Open to all Level : Skilled Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Mercantile Law (Corporate Law or Insolvency Law); supervise postgraduate students in their dissertations and theses. Conduct and publish research in local, international, accredited journals, book chapters, books, and monographs in the field of Mercantile Law. Take on administrative and committee roles within the Faculty of Law and Department of Mercantile Law, and the broader University of Johannesburg when called upon. Mentor emerging staff in the Faculty of Law and the Department of Mercantile Law. Attract and sustain fundraising initiatives and strategies to advance teaching and research scholarship. Participate in community engagement initiatives to advance societal engagement and impact. A doctoral degree in Mercantile Law (Corporate Law and Insolvency Law). At least 5 years of lecturing experience in Mercantile Law. Strong publication record in reputable and accredited journals, book chapters, and books. Strong commitment to research‑led teaching, research and innovation. English language communication skills. Experience in postgraduate supervision, including at the doctoral level, and having supervised postgraduate students to completion. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. Excellent teaching skills, good interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with colleagues. Good planning and organisational skills. Experience integrating ICT in teaching and learning, and electronic assessment techniques (e.g., Blackboard, Moodle). Capacity to administer large undergraduate modules. Ability to work well and collegially with others and within established processes. Punctuality. Knowledge of subfields of Mercantile Law. Innovative, proactive, and creative. Ability to work in a pressured environment and independently. Strong writing and presentation skills. High level of integrity and ethical foundation. Able to teach large groups of students. Experience lecturing undergraduates. Experience in curriculum development and transformation. Familiarity with blended learning techniques. Experience compiling and developing study guides. Experience in media engagement and writing opinion pieces on matters relevant to discipline. Knowledge of University policies, rules, and regulations. Candidates from designated groups (Black South Africans and Women) encouraged to apply. Job content : Prof Charles Maimela (Executive Dean : Faculty of Law) – Tel : Remuneration & benefits : Mr Innocent Masoka (HCM Business Partner) – Tel :
Associate Professor (Faculty of Law : Department of Mercantile Law)
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The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” UJ is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future”.
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We aspire to be a leading Faculty of Law and a Mercantile Law Department, anchored in Africa, producing cutting‑edge national and internationally relevant research; delivering high‑caliber students who will rethink and reshape the legal landscape; creating expertise and engagement on African and world legal systems, and consolidating strategic partnerships that will stimulate intellectual growth and facilitate global reach and impact. The successful candidate will be expected to actively participate in and support the primary goals and objectives of the Faculty and the Department in pursuit of this vision and strategic objective.
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