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UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN CAPE (UWC)
 
 
 
LECTURER
Post Number A733
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Law -> Private Law
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 29/8/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) enjoys national and international acclaim for its continuing contribution to democratic change in South Africa and for making quality education accessible to all South Africans and developing centres of excellence of national importance. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive Faculty dedicated to teaching and research, as well as to overall student development. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and willing to make a significant contribution to the development of the Faculty.
 
The Department of Private Law is responsible for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervision, research, and community engagement in the fields of private law (the law of persons, property law, the law of contract and family law) as well as legal pluralism. The successful candidate for the vacant position in the Department of Private Law will join the property law stream, with specific emphasis on land and environmental law, and be responsible for the following key performance areas:
  • Facilitation of learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
  • Conducting research and publishing in the field of private/public law
  • Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students
  • Academic administration
  • Curriculum development and assessment
  • Community engagement
 
Minimum Requirements
  • LLM or equivalent in the field of private law, or a related field
The following will serve as a strong recommendation in being considered for appointment at lecturer level:
  • Registration for and progress with a doctorate in the field of private law (preferably property/environmental law), or a related field
  • Evidence of supervision experience at LLB or Master’s level
  • Teaching experience at LLB or at Master’s level
  • Evidence of peer reviewed research publications
  • a professional qualification and/or practical experience in the field of private law
 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
 
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
 
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​ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Post Number A725
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Law -> Mercantile & Labour Law
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 27/8/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) enjoys national and international acclaim for its continuing contribution to democratic change in South Africa and for making quality education accessible to all South Africans and developing centres of excellence of national importance. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive Faculty dedicated to teaching and research, as well as to overall student development. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and willing to make a significant contribution to the development of the Faculty.
 
The Department of Mercantile and Labour Law is responsible for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervision, research, and community engagement in the fields of Mercantile Law (Corporate Law, Fintech Law and Regulation, Competition Law, International Trade and Investment Law, Tax Law) as well as Labour Law. The successful candidate for the vacant position in the Department of Mercantile and Labour Law will be required to teach Corporate Law and possibly aspects of Fintech Law and Regulation. The successful candidate will also be responsible for the following key performance areas:
  • Academic leadership within the Department
  • Facilitation of learning at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
  • Conducting research and publishing in the field of Mercantile Law
  • Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students at Masters and Doctoral level
  • Academic administration
  • Curriculum development and assessment  
  • Community engagement
 
Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements for the position of Associate Professor:
  • LLD or equivalent, in the field of Mercantile  law
  • teaching experience in the field of Mercantile law
  • a significant record of quality peer reviewed publications in the field of Mercantile law
  • a record of successful postgraduate supervision, at least at Master’s level
  • evidence of expertise, national standing, and an international presence in the field of Mercantile Law
  • the integration of community engagement with learning and teaching and/or research
 
Advantageous:
  • Experience in teaching Corporate Law and / or Fintech Law
  • proven experience at doctoral level
The following will serve as a strong recommendation in being considered for appointment at the level of Associate Professor:
  • A doctorate
  • teaching experience and research publications and / or
  • postgraduate supervision in Corporate Law.
 
 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
 
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
 
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​CHIEF OFFICER
Post Number S625 (Old ITS 4513)
Faculty/Department University of the Western Cape -> Natural Sciences -> Biodiversity and Conservation Biology
Type of Position Permanent - Full Time
Length of Contract Period N/A
Location Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date 19/8/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university rooted in the African continent with an increasing global reach. Led by its commitment to research and engaged teaching, UWC is recognised for its proud history and as an aspirational example of a university shaping developments within an ever-changing and challenging global context.
The Faculty of Natural Sciences hosts nine academic departments, a School of Pharmacy and several world-class research institutes and centres.  Based on a foundation of internationally-recognised quality research, the faculty is committed to learning and teaching excellence and offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in the major scientific disciplines as well as a professional degree in Pharmacy. 
The Department of Biodiversity and Conservation Biology is a dynamic department with strong research focus areas, including African Biodiversity, Behavioural Ecology, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Marine Biology, and Systematics. The department offers undergraduate teaching broadly based on themes in Botany and Zoology and provides service courses in Life Sciences, as well as Plant and Animal Diversity, to several other faculties within the University. The department invites applications for the position of Chief Officer from suitably qualified candidates.
 
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key responsibility areas:
  • Managing demonstrator and tutor processes within the department, including mentoring, performance quality control, and budget oversight.
  • Co-managing the performance and development of support staff.
  • Undergraduate lecturing within the Department of Biodiversity and Conservation Biology, including the development of learning and teaching materials such as course readers, online content, tutorials, and assignments.
  • Managing laboratory equipment (including instrument calibration) and stores, as well as collecting biological specimens when required.
  • Inventory control.
  • Preparation for, delivery of, and clean-up after undergraduate practical classes.
  • Administration of student marks.
  • Support of departmental research, and assistance with obtaining national/regional permits.
  • Active involvement in maintaining Health and Safety protocols and standards.
 
Minimum Requirements
  • A Master’s degree in a whole organism science, such as Botany or Zoology.
  • At least 5-years relevant laboratory experience.
  • Experience in lecturing undergraduate students at a tertiary institution.
  • At least 2 years of management and/or mentorship experience.
  • A valid driver’s license.
 
Required competencies:
  • Strong planning, organisational, and budget management skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Computer literacy and proficiency with e-learning platforms.
  • A sound understanding of animal ethics protocols.
 
In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.
 
DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.
 
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