About the Role
Margaret Lawrence University, a leading private institution committed to academic excellence and character development, invites applications for the position of Assistant Lecturer in Public Law. Located in Galilee, Ika North-East LGA, Delta State, our Law Faculty offers a vibrant intellectual community dedicated to advancing legal scholarship and professional practice.
This role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to legal education through engaging with students, developing innovative curricula, and conducting rigorous research in public law. You will work within a supportive academic environment that values both teaching excellence and scholarly achievement.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver high-quality lectures and seminars in public law to undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Conduct independent and collaborative research in public law and related areas
- Participate in curriculum development and academic programme enhancement
- Supervise student research projects and dissertations
- Contribute to moot court, law clinic, and clinical legal education programmes
- Engage in scholarly publication and knowledge dissemination
- Participate actively in faculty meetings and university governance
- Master of Laws (LL.M) degree in Law or related discipline
- Current membership of the Nigerian Bar Association
- Strong academic record with demonstrated research and teaching potential
- Preference given to candidates with internationally indexed publications, research grants, professional certifications, and curriculum development experience
- Experience in law clinics, clinical legal education, and moot court programmes is advantageous
- Membership in recognized professional bodies and scholarly associations preferred
- Evidence of interdisciplinary and technology-enabled legal scholarship is valued
- Competitive salary and allowances as approved by the University Governing Council
- Supportive academic environment with research opportunities
- Access to modern university facilities and resources
- Professional development and advancement opportunities