Senior Lecturer / Lecturer I In Public Law

Job description

Job purpose

Responsible for teaching, conducting research and carrying out other academic related tasks in the relevant field

Key responsibilities

1. Develop and deliver course materials, including lectures, assignments, and exams
2. Create and update syllabi in accordance with university guidelines to stay current with developments in the field.
3. Assess student progress, grade assignments, exams, and academic papers while providing constructive feedback
4. Conduct original research in the field of expertise and publish findings in academic journals, books, or conference proceedings
5. Offer academic advice and mentorship to students.
6. Hold regular office hours for student consultations.
7. Assist students with career guidance and professional development
8. Engage with the broader community through public service, lectures, workshops, and outreach activities.
9. Foster partnerships with industry, government, and other educational institutions.
10. Offer consultancy services to the wider community in accordance with the University’s Consultancy Policy

Qualifications and experience

• Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five credits including English
• An earned Bachelor of Laws with at least a credit.
• An earned Master of Laws in Public Law
• An earned Doctorate (PhD/LLD) in Public Law
• A qualification in Teaching Methodology.
• For consideration for the Senior Lecturer position, the applicant should have supervised a minimum of four (4) postgraduate students to completion as a principal supervisor.
• At least five (5) years teaching experience at a university/research institute for consideration at Senior Lecturer level, or a minimum of two (2) years teaching experience for consideration at Lecturer I level
• At least ten (10) peer-reviewed publications in recognised journals in the field of specialisation for consideration at Senior Lecturer level, or a minimum of three (3) peer-reviewed publications for consideration at Lecturer I level.
• Evidence of contribution to public service.
• Member of the Law Association of Zambia.

Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of the field of expertise.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and networking abilities, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Innovative and able to work under minimal supervision.

Application instructions

Closing Date: Friday 28th August 2026. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. ZCAS University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.