Job Overview & Organization Details

The

Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training MOENT

has announced employment opportunities for eligible, qualified, and experienced professionals through the National Job Portal (NJP), Government of Pakistan. Applications are invited for the position of

Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair - BPS-20

based in

Islamabad

.

Position Details & Eligibility Criteria

Job Title: Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair

Scale / Grade: BPS-20

Organization: Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training MOENT (MoFEPT)

Total Vacancies: 1

Job Type: Contract

Location: Islamabad, Pakistan

Age Limit: Maximum 55 Years

Required Qualification: Appointment Against The Vacant Position Of Pakistan Chair Abroad, Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair At Centre Of South Asian Studies, University Of Cambridge, The Ministry Of Federal Education & Professional Training, Islamabad Education/Qualification*: PhD degree from a HEC-recognized university / institution in a relevant research area in the humanities or social science. • Having an excellent record of teaching and research. • Will be at the level of Associate Professor or above. A maximum of 55 years of age on the closing date of the advertisement will be eligible Domicile Quota: Merit Job Location*: South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom Test City(s): Islamabad Gender*: Male / Female Job Description/Duties: • The visiting fellow will engage with students and scholars on Pakistan’s history, culture, people, national and regional languages, eminent literary figures, geography and regional, economic and political environment in line with the academic requirements of the University. • The visiting fellow will engage with university staff in the teaching of Urdu, Pakistan Studies, Pakistani literature, history, society and culture at the University. • The visiting fellow will interact with academic community of the University with a view to positively contribute to the relations between Pakistani academic community and the University. • The visiting fellow will be encouraged to attend the weekly seminars held at the Centre of South Asian Studies during the academic year and other academic fora on relevant issues in the University. • The Visiting Fellow will engage with students and scholars of the University with a research interest in Pakistan as envisaged in the MOU. • The visiting fellow will be encouraged to work with University staff to organize and conduct conferences, seminars, symposia, workshops or Art exhibitions showcasing Pakistan’s culture;

Key Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Having an excellent record of teaching and research.
• Will be at the level of Associate Professor or above.
• The visiting fellow will engage with students and scholars on Pakistan’s history, culture, people, national and regional languages, eminent literary figures, geography and regional, economic and political environment in line with the academic requirements of the University.
• The visiting fellow will engage with university staff in the teaching of Urdu, Pakistan Studies, Pakistani literature, history, society and culture at the University.
• The visiting fellow will interact with academic community of the University with a view to positively contribute to the relations between Pakistani academic community and the University.
• The visiting fellow will be encouraged to attend the weekly seminars held at the Centre of South Asian Studies during the academic year and other academic fora on relevant issues in the University.
• The Visiting Fellow will engage with students and scholars of the University with a research interest in Pakistan as envisaged in the MOU.
• The visiting fellow will be encouraged to work with University staff to organize and conduct conferences, seminars, symposia, workshops or Art exhibitions showcasing Pakistan’s culture;

How to Apply & Online Submission

1. Interested candidates meeting the criteria must apply online through the official National Job Portal (NJP) at www.njp.gov.pk.
2. Ensure all academic, experience, and CNIC profile details are completely filled out on the NJP portal before final submission.
3. Only shortlisted candidates meeting the required eligibility criteria will be contacted for the test/interview.
4. No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in test/interview.

Last Date to Apply Online: 25 September 2026

Official Job Listing Reference: NJP Job ID #9618. For online application tracking and queries, visit the National Job Portal.