Quaid-I-Azam University (QAU), Pakistan’s top-ranked federal institution located in Islamabad, has announced multiple academic career opportunities for 2026. Applications are invited from highly qualified, dynamic, and dedicated candidates for the positions of Assistant Professor (BPS) across various departments on a contract basis.

If you hold a PhD and aim to build an academic career at one of the most prestigious universities in the country, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to higher education and cutting-edge research.

Vacant Positions and Specializations

QAU is seeking Assistant Professors for the following departments. The required specializations and number of vacancies are listed below:

Sr.	Department	No. of Posts	Required Specializations / Expertise
1	Computer Sciences	03	Human-Computer Interaction, Knowledge Engineering (AI, ML, Data Science), Cyber Security, Blockchain.
2	Electronics	01	AI, Optics & Photonics, Computer Networks, Robotics, VLSI Design, Quantum Computing.
3	Statistics	02	Bayesian Statistics, Mixture Modeling.
4	Chemistry	02	Organic Chemistry.
5	Physics	02	Plasma, Atomic, High Energy, Astronomy, Biophysics, Quantum Computing.
6	QASMS	02	Management Sciences (1), Quality Management (1).
7	History	02	PhD History.
8	Information Technology	02	Terminal Degree with expertise in Info Security, Game Dev, Web Tech, Software Eng.
9	Anthropology	01	Social & Cultural Anthropology.
10	English	01	Literature.
11	Mathematics	03	Mathematics.
12	Microbiology	01	Applied and Environmental Microbiology.
13	Defence & Strategic Studies	01	Nuclear Politics in South Asia, Arms Control, Conflict Resolution.
14	School of Politics & IR	01	All fields of International Relations.

General Eligibility Criteria

Education: A PhD in the relevant field from an HEC-recognized University/Institution is strictly required for most positions (Terminal degrees as per HEC criteria).
Experience: Preference will be given to candidates with an established track record in research and academia within their specific specialized fields.

How to Apply

To apply for these faculty positions, candidates must follow the standard application procedure of QAU:

Application Form: Download the official faculty application form from the QAU website: www.qau.edu.pk.
Required Documents: Attach detailed CVs, attested copies of all educational degrees/transcripts, experience certificates, research publications, CNIC, and recent photographs.
Submission: Submit the complete application dossier to the Registrar’s Office at QAU within the stipulated timeframe. (Please check the official website for specific details on the processing fee and exact mailing requirements).

Last Date to Apply in Quaid-I-Azam University QAU Islamabad

The final date to submit your application is: 29/05/2026.