Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair

Job Overview

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 Chair at 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 and budget management, research grants, diplomacy, media relations, and demonstrated involvement in academic staff associations.
• Membership in professional or academic bodies, supported by documentary evidence.

Responsibilities

• The visiting fellow will engage with students and scholars on Pakistan's history, culture, people, national and regional languages, and literature.
• Interact with academic community of the University with a view to positively contribute to the relations between Pakistani academic community and the University.
• Organize and conduct conferences, seminars, symposia, workshops, or Art exhibitions showcasing Pakistan's culture.

Perks and Privileges

The Ministry will provide pay, allowances, research funds, travel costs including return flights for the Visiting Fellow and family members (wife and children), visa costs, housing, and rent for the Visiting Fellow, as determined by the Government of Pakistan and in line with the MOU.

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.

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