Lecturer / Assistant Professor in Private Law | EUB Bahrain

Job Description

Euro University of Bahrain (EUB) invites applications for a full-time Lecturer / Assistant Professor in Private Law to join its College of Law in Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain.

The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, research, curriculum development, academic administration, student supervision, and knowledge exchange.

Employer: Euro University of Bahrain
College: College of Law
Location: Kingdom of Bahrain
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent/indefinite
Academic Rank: Lecturer / Assistant Professor
Field: Private Law
Salary: Competitive
Start Date: January 2027
Application Deadline: 10 November 2026
Reference: Law Lecturer 2027

Private Law Lecturer Bahrain – Position Overview

Euro University of Bahrain is seeking a committed academic specialising in Private Law who can deliver high-quality teaching and contribute to the academic development of the College of Law.

The successful candidate will support EUB’s student-centred educational approach while contributing to:

• Undergraduate teaching.
• Postgraduate teaching.
• Student mentoring and supervision.
• Assessment and examining.
• Curriculum development.
• Quality assurance.
• Research.
• Knowledge exchange.
• Academic administration.
• University activities.

The position is expected to commence in January 2027.

Teaching Responsibilities

The Lecturer / Assistant Professor in Private Law will deliver high-quality teaching informed by current research.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching undergraduate students.
• Teaching postgraduate students.
• Preparing and delivering academically rigorous learning activities.
• Supporting students’ development in Private Law.
• Contributing to assessment and examination activities.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to teach students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels to a high standard.

Student Mentoring and Supervision

The successful candidate will provide academic guidance and supervision to students.

Responsibilities include:

• Advising students on academic matters.
• Mentoring students.
• Supervising undergraduate projects.
• Supervising postgraduate projects.
• Supervising dissertations.

The role therefore requires a strong commitment to student development and personalised academic support.

Curriculum Development

The successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing development of academic programmes within the College of Law.

This includes:

• Contributing to curriculum development.
• Supporting programme enhancement.
• Working with colleagues within the College.
• Collaborating with international partner institutions.
• Helping ensure that programme content remains academically relevant and effective.

Quality Assurance and Academic Administration

The role includes academic and programme-administration responsibilities.

The successful candidate will:

• Undertake assessment and examining duties.
• Support programme administration.
• Contribute to quality-assurance activities.
• Support continuous improvement of academic programmes.
• Participate in relevant College and University processes.

Applicants should therefore be able to manage academic administrative responsibilities effectively.

Research and Knowledge Exchange

The successful candidate will contribute to the research environment of the College of Law.

Responsibilities include:

• Engaging in research.
• Contributing to knowledge-exchange activities.
• Maintaining continuing professional development.
• Supporting the wider academic profile of the College.

High-quality research outputs are desirable.

College and University Service

Faculty members are expected to participate actively in the wider academic community.

Responsibilities include participation in:

• College meetings.
• University meetings.
• Academic seminars.
• Recruitment events.
• Institutional activities.
• Other College and University initiatives.

The successful candidate will also be expected to uphold the University’s values and contribute to its vision, mission, and objectives.

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must hold either:

• A PhD in Law from a recognised university, or
• A Master’s degree in Law from a recognised university.

Private Law Specialisation

Candidates must specialise in Private Law.

In addition, applicants must have at least one of the following:

• A British qualifying degree;
• Experience teaching Common Law courses; or
• Legal-practice experience in a Common Law jurisdiction.

Applicants should ensure that this element of their background is clearly demonstrated in their CV and cover letter.

Required Academic and Professional Competencies

Candidates must demonstrate:

• Ability to teach undergraduate students to a high standard.
• Ability to teach postgraduate students to a high standard.
• Ability to undertake academic administrative responsibilities effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively with students in a multilingual environment.
• High standards of personal integrity.
• Strong commitment to ethical behaviour.

Desirable Research Profile

Although not listed as an essential requirement, candidates with high-quality research outputs may have an advantage.

Applicants with publications should ensure that their CV clearly identifies:

• Journal articles.
• Book chapters.
• Conference publications.
• Other relevant scholarly outputs.

Regulatory Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the applicable visa and regulatory requirements of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

According to the vacancy, mandatory national requirements include that the successful candidate must:

• Be medically fit to work.
• Be no older than 60 upon assuming office.
• Have no criminal record.
• Have no disciplinary record.
• Meet all other applicable regulatory requirements.

Applicants should consider these requirements before submitting an application.

About Euro University of Bahrain

Euro University of Bahrain (EUB) is a private higher-education institution based in Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain.

The University offers degree programmes in:

• Business.
• Law.
• Computing.

EUB delivers programmes through academic collaboration with the University of London and combines European academic traditions with an international outlook.

Its educational approach places particular emphasis on:

• Teaching excellence.
• Student-centred education.
• Small class sizes.
• Personalised learning.
• Critical thinking.
• Practical skills.
• Professional readiness.
• An international academic community.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted by email to:

jobs@eub.edu.bh

Applicants must use the following reference as the email subject line:

Law Lecturer 2027

The application must include:

1. Curriculum Vitae detailing teaching experience and publications, if any.
2. A detailed cover letter explaining:
   • Motivation for applying.
   • How the applicant meets the requirements of the position.
3. Names and contact details of three referees.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The final application deadline is:

10 November 2026 at midnight, Bahrain time.

Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply before the closing date rather than waiting until the deadline.

Enquiries

For enquiries regarding the position, candidates may contact:

Dr Maria Casoria
Dean, College of Law
dean.law@eub.edu.bh