Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellow

About the Position

The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, in lieu of the MOU signed with the Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge, is inviting applications to fill the prestigious position of "Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship" South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom. The position is open to all serving in the rank of Associate Professor or above on a regular basis in public as well as private universities.

Basic Eligibility

• 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 normally be at the level of Associate Professor or above.

Other Requirements

• A maximum of 55 years of age on the closing date of the advertisement will be eligible.
• Must be proficient in the English language.
• Familiarity with the culture, institutions, and people of the host country.
• Capacity and competence of leadership to project the language, history, and culture of Pakistan in the host country.
• Experience in mentoring, advocacy, communication, organizational (government / semi-government at senior level), budget management, research grants, diplomacy, media relations as spokespersons, and demonstrated involvement in academic staff associations, etc.
• Membership in professional or academic bodies, supported by documentary evidence.
• Research leading to quality publications during the tenure abroad is desirable.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• Should have social as well as interpersonal skills to encourage a good image of Pakistan.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Submission of Application

Applicants are required to submit their applications, along with their CVs, departmental permission and supporting documents, on the national Job portal https://njp.gov.pk/ within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this advertisement in the press. Applications received after the due date will not be considered. Those already in Government / Semi-Government service are required to apply through the proper channel.

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