Senior Lecturer and Researcher in Poverty, Rights, and Democracy

This is a five-year contract position for a Senior Lecturer and Researcher at the University of the Free State, Faculty of Law’s FS Centre for Human Rights. The role involves research and teaching in poverty, rights, and democracy. Key responsibilities include conducting original research, securing funding, designing postgraduate programs, supervising students, and engaging in advocacy work. Requirements: doctoral degree (LLD, PhD, or DPhil) in a relevant field, six published academic articles, six months of teaching experience, and supervision experience at master’s and doctoral levels. Preferred qualifications include postdoctoral research experience and legal theory expertise.

Job Details

Date Posted

22 Oct 2026

Location

Bloemfontein, Free State

Expiration Date

03 Nov 2026

Gender

Any

Employment Type

Contract

Salary

Market Related

Hiring Company

University of the Free State

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