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LUMS
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Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering
Department
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Apply at Email
ali.rauf@lums.edu.pk
Job Description:
About SBASSE
Established in 2008, the Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE) at LUMS is committed to multidisciplinary education and research. The School offers world-class teaching and research facilities, an outstanding academic environment, generous startup research funding, and competitive compensation. LUMS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates worldwide.
The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE), LUMS, invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Chemical Engineering at the Assistant or Associate Professor levels.
The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching and internationally competitive research while supporting the continued development of our BS and PhD programmes.
Priority Areas of Expertise
Applications are particularly encouraged from candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Process Systems Engineering
- Chemical Process Control, Automation
- Artificial Intelligence and Data-Driven Chemical Engineering
- Chemical Plant Design
Qualification:
- Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering and a PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated excellence in research, reflected by a strong publication record.
- Commitment to high-quality undergraduate and graduate teaching.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF containing:
- Cover Letter
- Research Statement
- Teaching Philosophy Statement
- Curriculum Vitae, including the names and contact information of three professional referees
- Academic transcripts for all levels of education
Applications must be submitted by October 30, 2026, to ali.rauf@lums.edu.pk.
Job Type
Faculty
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Location
LUMS
School
Mushtaq Ahmad Gurmani School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department
Department Of Humanities & Social Sciences
Apply at Email
hssrecruitment@lums.edu.pk
Job Description:
The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at LUMS invites applications for Adjunct professor in psychology. The successful candidate will be required to teach undergraduate students, as well as participate in the development of the psychology stream at LUMS.
Qualification:
Only candidates with a doctoral degree will be considered, with preference given to those who hold degrees from universities with strong research tradition. Candidates with teaching experience and published research preferred.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their current curriculum vitae and a cover letter, along with the names and contact information of three referees, to hssrecruitment@lums.edu.pk by 30th October 2026.
LUMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages underrepresented minorities and women to apply. More information on LUMS can be found at www.lums.edu.pk.
Job Type
Faculty
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Location
LUMS
School
Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering
Department
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Apply at Email
ghayoor.abbas@lums.edu.pk
Job Description:
The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) invites applications for full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in Physical Chemistry.
Candidates must have strong potential and passion to develop a globally competitive research program of his/her own interest with a vision to address our national problems, in addition to addressing fundamental questions in Science and Technology. LUMS is committed to providing seed funds to develop such research programs, in addition to providing state-of-the-art research infrastructure and a conducive teaching/research environment. Faculty members will be expected to submit research proposals to the National/International funding agencies and develop linkages with the National/International research groups to make their research programs productive, viable and self-sustainable. They should also have a strong passion for teaching and will be required to teach undergraduate and graduate students in Chemistry. Information about the existing faculty members and their research programs is available at https://sbasse.lums.edu.pk/department-of-chemistry-and-chemical-engineering.
LUMS is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salary, research funding support that includes start-up grant, moving allowance, and other related benefits.
Qualification:
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry, with specialization in Physical Chemistry, and postdoctoral experience is expected. Additional expertise in Computational Chemistry would be considered a strong asset.
Application Instructions:
Candidates wishing to apply for this faculty position should submit their application as a single PDF file that should include
1. Cover letter explaining their interest in this position and suitability for the advertised post
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Transcripts of all educational degrees and certificates
4. Research Statement
5. Teaching philosophy
6. Names of at least 03 professional referees
The above application materials should be sent via email to:
Dr. Ghayoor Abbas Chotana
Chair, Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE)
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
Opposite sector U, D.H.A. Lahore Cantt-54792, and Pakistan.
E-mail: ghayoor.abbas@lums.edu.pk
Tel: + 92 42 3560 8281
UAN: +92 (42) 111-11-LUMS (8281)
Job Type
Faculty
Apply By
Location
LUMS
School
Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering
Department
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Apply at Email
ghayoor.abbas@lums.edu.pk
Job Description:
The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) invites applications for full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in Inorganic Chemistry.
Candidates must have strong potential and passion to develop a globally competitive research program of his/her own interest with a vision to address our national problems, in addition to addressing fundamental questions in Science and Technology. LUMS is committed to providing seed funds to develop such research programs, in addition to providing state-of-the-art research infrastructure and a conducive teaching/research environment. Faculty members will be expected to submit research proposals to the National/International funding agencies and develop linkages with the National/International research groups to make their research programs productive, viable and self-sustainable. They should also have a strong passion for teaching and will be required to teach undergraduate and graduate students in Chemistry. Information about the existing faculty members and their research programs is available at https://sbasse.lums.edu.pk/department-of-chemistry-and-chemical-enginee…
Qualification:
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry, with specialization in inorganic chemistry, and postdoctoral experience is expected. Additional expertise in Computational Chemistry would be considered a strong asset.
Application Instructions:
LUMS is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salary, research funding support that includes start-up grant, moving allowance, and other related benefits. Candidates wishing to apply for this faculty position should submit their application as a single PDF file that should include
- Cover letter explaining their interest in this position and suitability for the advertised post
- Curriculum Vitae
- Transcripts of all educational degrees and certificates
- Research Statement
- Teaching philosophy
- Names of at least 03 professional referees
The above application materials should be sent via email to: ghayoor.abbas@lums.edu.pk before October 31, 2026.
Job Type
Research & Fellowships
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Location
LUMS
Department
Centre for Water Informatics & Technology
Apply at Email
hrwit@lums.edu.pk
Job Description:
Position Purpose:
Applications for a postdoctoral researcher opening are invited for a European-funded research project that explores digital innovations for smallholder farm production. The postdoc will act as a team lead, working along expert faculty, PhD students and research associates to help answer questions on:
- The use of ICT-driven technologies for demand-based irrigation systems, and how data and information need to be disseminated and aggregated to promote equity.
- Critical evaluation of remote sensing-based vegetation status products at different resolutions, in order to support the timely decision-making process of smallholder farmers.
- How to translate data products for smallholder farmers with available digital tools, what kind of digital tools are operational or under development by solution providers and what tools and information are needed?
This is a full-time position for 12 months with a 3-month probationary period. The position is available from December 1st, 2026, and extendable for up to 24 months based on performance. External support for this position comes from a 3-year project funded by the German Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE). Selected applicants will receive all necessary privileges, such as access to the library, sports facilities, laboratories, IT resources, dedicated office space, and subscription to the university mailing lists.
Main Responsibilities:
Lead technical activities related to project outcomes, program management, reporting and liaison with partners. In particular, lead the technical components of the project related to:
- Equity quantification for demand-based water systems using system modelling, simulation and verification.
- Performing field measurements and executing surveys with farmers, complemented with remote-sensing-based analyses of water productivity.
- Critical Evaluation of derived crop status indicators from remote sensing and mathematical modelling.
- Technology assessment of existing products and services.
Project team will consist of an expert faculty, postdoctoral researcher, research assistant and PhD student at LUMS. Opportunities for travel and exchanges with international partners (University of Hildesheim and Eberswalde University for Sustainable Development) are also likely.
As a postdoc in WIT Centre’s research ecosystem, the selected candidate is expected to participate in WIT’s general activities in precision agriculture areas, co-supervision of students. Although not required for this position, the fellowship may be upgraded to an adjunct faculty position if there is an interest to teach courses at LUMS. Postdocs at LUMS are also eligible to apply for external and internal competitive grants as co-PIs.
Travel/Work Schedule:
- Bimonthly or quarterly travel to rural sites in Central and Southern Punjab for data collection or other program activities.
- Standard 40 hours per week
Qualification:
PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, Environmental Sciences, Water Resources or Agriculture with a publication record.
Leadership/team management in either education or industry.
Knowledge:
- Modelling & simulation
- Geo-spatial inference & learning
- Machine learning & statistical analysis
- IoTs, UAVs and electronic instrumentation
Skills and Attributes:
- Programming proficiency (MATLAB, Python..)
- GIS tools and data analytics
- Meeting deadlines
- Good communication skills
- Writing and reporting
- Ability to understand and appreciate end-user / stakeholder perspective.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates must email their applications to hrwit@lums.edu.pk with a copy of their CV, academic transcripts, PhD thesis, research papers and a list of references. Use the subject line ‘Application for Postdoc – SMALLPAK’.
For any informal queries or clarifications, please email us at abubakr@lums.edu.pk.
Consideration and selection of the candidates will be on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The candidate can join at their earliest convenience.
Job Type
Faculty
Apply By
Location
LUMS
School
Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering
Department
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Apply at Email
ali.rauf@lums.edu.pk
Job Description:
About SBASSE
Established in 2008, the Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE) at LUMS is committed to multidisciplinary education and research. The School offers world-class teaching and research facilities, an outstanding academic environment, generous startup research funding, and competitive compensation. LUMS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates worldwide.
The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE), LUMS, invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Chemical Engineering at the Assistant or Associate Professor levels.
The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching and internationally competitive research while supporting the continued development of our BS and PhD programmes.
Priority Areas of Expertise
Applications are particularly encouraged from candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Process Systems Engineering
- Chemical Process Control, Automation
- Artificial Intelligence and Data-Driven Chemical Engineering
- Chemical Plant Design
Qualification:
- Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering and a PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated excellence in research, reflected by a strong publication record.
- Commitment to high-quality undergraduate and graduate teaching.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF containing:
- Cover Letter
- Research Statement
- Teaching Philosophy Statement
- Curriculum Vitae, including the names and contact information of three professional referees
- Academic transcripts for all levels of education
Applications must be submitted by October 30, 2026, to ali.rauf@lums.edu.pk.
Job Type
Faculty
Apply By
Location
LUMS
School
Mushtaq Ahmad Gurmani School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department
Department Of Humanities & Social Sciences
Apply at Email
hssrecruitment@lums.edu.pk
Job Description:
The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at LUMS invites applications for Adjunct professor in psychology. The successful candidate will be required to teach undergraduate students, as well as participate in the development of the psychology stream at LUMS.
Qualification:
Only candidates with a doctoral degree will be considered, with preference given to those who hold degrees from universities with strong research tradition. Candidates with teaching experience and published research preferred.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their current curriculum vitae and a cover letter, along with the names and contact information of three referees, to hssrecruitment@lums.edu.pk by 30th October 2026.
LUMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages underrepresented minorities and women to apply. More information on LUMS can be found at www.lums.edu.pk.
Job Type
Faculty
Apply By
Location
LUMS
School
Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering
Department
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Apply at Email
ghayoor.abbas@lums.edu.pk
Job Description:
The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) invites applications for full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in Physical Chemistry.
Candidates must have strong potential and passion to develop a globally competitive research program of his/her own interest with a vision to address our national problems, in addition to addressing fundamental questions in Science and Technology. LUMS is committed to providing seed funds to develop such research programs, in addition to providing state-of-the-art research infrastructure and a conducive teaching/research environment. Faculty members will be expected to submit research proposals to the National/International funding agencies and develop linkages with the National/International research groups to make their research programs productive, viable and self-sustainable. They should also have a strong passion for teaching and will be required to teach undergraduate and graduate students in Chemistry. Information about the existing faculty members and their research programs is available at https://sbasse.lums.edu.pk/department-of-chemistry-and-chemical-engineering.
LUMS is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salary, research funding support that includes start-up grant, moving allowance, and other related benefits.
Qualification:
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry, with specialization in Physical Chemistry, and postdoctoral experience is expected. Additional expertise in Computational Chemistry would be considered a strong asset.
Application Instructions:
Candidates wishing to apply for this faculty position should submit their application as a single PDF file that should include
1. Cover letter explaining their interest in this position and suitability for the advertised post
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Transcripts of all educational degrees and certificates
4. Research Statement
5. Teaching philosophy
6. Names of at least 03 professional referees
The above application materials should be sent via email to:
Dr. Ghayoor Abbas Chotana
Chair, Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE)
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
Opposite sector U, D.H.A. Lahore Cantt-54792, and Pakistan.
E-mail: ghayoor.abbas@lums.edu.pk
Tel: + 92 42 3560 8281
UAN: +92 (42) 111-11-LUMS (8281)
Job Type
Faculty
Apply By
Location
LUMS
School
Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering
Department
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Apply at Email
ghayoor.abbas@lums.edu.pk
Job Description:
The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) invites applications for full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in Inorganic Chemistry.
Candidates must have strong potential and passion to develop a globally competitive research program of his/her own interest with a vision to address our national problems, in addition to addressing fundamental questions in Science and Technology. LUMS is committed to providing seed funds to develop such research programs, in addition to providing state-of-the-art research infrastructure and a conducive teaching/research environment. Faculty members will be expected to submit research proposals to the National/International funding agencies and develop linkages with the National/International research groups to make their research programs productive, viable and self-sustainable. They should also have a strong passion for teaching and will be required to teach undergraduate and graduate students in Chemistry. Information about the existing faculty members and their research programs is available at https://sbasse.lums.edu.pk/department-of-chemistry-and-chemical-enginee…
Qualification:
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry, with specialization in inorganic chemistry, and postdoctoral experience is expected. Additional expertise in Computational Chemistry would be considered a strong asset.
Application Instructions:
LUMS is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salary, research funding support that includes start-up grant, moving allowance, and other related benefits. Candidates wishing to apply for this faculty position should submit their application as a single PDF file that should include
- Cover letter explaining their interest in this position and suitability for the advertised post
- Curriculum Vitae
- Transcripts of all educational degrees and certificates
- Research Statement
- Teaching philosophy
- Names of at least 03 professional referees
The above application materials should be sent via email to: ghayoor.abbas@lums.edu.pk before October 31, 2026.
Job Type
Research & Fellowships
Apply By
Location
LUMS
Department
Centre for Water Informatics & Technology
Apply at Email
hrwit@lums.edu.pk
Job Description:
Position Purpose:
Applications for a postdoctoral researcher opening are invited for a European-funded research project that explores digital innovations for smallholder farm production. The postdoc will act as a team lead, working along expert faculty, PhD students and research associates to help answer questions on:
- The use of ICT-driven technologies for demand-based irrigation systems, and how data and information need to be disseminated and aggregated to promote equity.
- Critical evaluation of remote sensing-based vegetation status products at different resolutions, in order to support the timely decision-making process of smallholder farmers.
- How to translate data products for smallholder farmers with available digital tools, what kind of digital tools are operational or under development by solution providers and what tools and information are needed?
This is a full-time position for 12 months with a 3-month probationary period. The position is available from December 1st, 2026, and extendable for up to 24 months based on performance. External support for this position comes from a 3-year project funded by the German Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE). Selected applicants will receive all necessary privileges, such as access to the library, sports facilities, laboratories, IT resources, dedicated office space, and subscription to the university mailing lists.
Main Responsibilities:
Lead technical activities related to project outcomes, program management, reporting and liaison with partners. In particular, lead the technical components of the project related to:
- Equity quantification for demand-based water systems using system modelling, simulation and verification.
- Performing field measurements and executing surveys with farmers, complemented with remote-sensing-based analyses of water productivity.
- Critical Evaluation of derived crop status indicators from remote sensing and mathematical modelling.
- Technology assessment of existing products and services.
Project team will consist of an expert faculty, postdoctoral researcher, research assistant and PhD student at LUMS. Opportunities for travel and exchanges with international partners (University of Hildesheim and Eberswalde University for Sustainable Development) are also likely.
As a postdoc in WIT Centre’s research ecosystem, the selected candidate is expected to participate in WIT’s general activities in precision agriculture areas, co-supervision of students. Although not required for this position, the fellowship may be upgraded to an adjunct faculty position if there is an interest to teach courses at LUMS. Postdocs at LUMS are also eligible to apply for external and internal competitive grants as co-PIs.
Travel/Work Schedule:
- Bimonthly or quarterly travel to rural sites in Central and Southern Punjab for data collection or other program activities.
- Standard 40 hours per week
Qualification:
PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, Environmental Sciences, Water Resources or Agriculture with a publication record.
Leadership/team management in either education or industry.
Knowledge:
- Modelling & simulation
- Geo-spatial inference & learning
- Machine learning & statistical analysis
- IoTs, UAVs and electronic instrumentation
Skills and Attributes:
- Programming proficiency (MATLAB, Python..)
- GIS tools and data analytics
- Meeting deadlines
- Good communication skills
- Writing and reporting
- Ability to understand and appreciate end-user / stakeholder perspective.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates must email their applications to hrwit@lums.edu.pk with a copy of their CV, academic transcripts, PhD thesis, research papers and a list of references. Use the subject line ‘Application for Postdoc – SMALLPAK’.
For any informal queries or clarifications, please email us at abubakr@lums.edu.pk.
Consideration and selection of the candidates will be on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The candidate can join at their earliest convenience.