MERLiA Teaching and Research Assistantships 2027 – University of Cape Town
University of Cape Town
UCT’s Mineral and Energy Resources Law in Africa Research Chair seeks two paid Teaching and Research Assistants for January–June 2027 in Cape Town. PhD-level students with relevant law or governance interests can apply by email by 23 October 2026.
The Mineral and Energy Resources Law in Africa (MERLiA) Research Chair at the University of Cape Town is recruiting two part-time Teaching and Research Assistants for the first semester of 2027. Each appointment runs from 18 January to 4 June 2027, for up to 205 hours. The normal pattern is around three half-days per week, with full availability required during the assigned intensive teaching block.
Assistants will support preparation and delivery of an assigned LLM or undergraduate course, including administration, student support and marking. They will also help with MERLiA research, publications, events and other Chair activities.
Applicants must be PhD-level students with a demonstrated interest in mineral, energy, natural resources or related law and governance, and must be available in Cape Town for the required teaching and office work. Preference goes to those who completed the MERLiA LLM or are registered for a PhD under MERLiA.
Pay is at the applicable UCT rate for PhD-level Teaching/Research Assistants. At the current planning rate of R170 per hour, the maximum value of a 205-hour appointment is approximately R35,000; this is a planning figure, not a guaranteed salary.
To apply, email a short motivation and CV to Ruegshana.Ederies@uct.ac.za, explaining your academic background, relevant experience and interest in MERLiA. The official closing date is 23 October 2026. Check the current UCT call for full instructions.
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Benefits
Paid at UCT’s applicable PhD-level assistant rate. Current planning rate: R170 per hour, with approximately R35,000 maximum value for 205 hours; the final rate and hours should be confirmed with UCT.
Eligibility summary
PhD-level student with demonstrated interest in mineral, energy, natural resources or related law and governance; able to attend teaching and office commitments in Cape Town. MERLiA LLM alumni or current MERLiA PhD students receive preference.
Requirements
Reliable independent work and constructive contribution to a small academic team. Availability for approximately three half-days weekly and the full relevant intensive teaching block.
Documents required
Short motivation and CV.
Language/test requirements
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