The Center for Air Pollution and Environment (CAPE) at LUMS invites applications for the position of Lab Technician. The successful candidate will oversee CAPE’s laboratory facilities and equipment and provide technical and operational support to faculty, students, and research staff.
Key Responsibilities:
The Lab Technician will be responsible for:
- Coordinating the installation, commissioning, and calibration of laboratory equipment;
- Operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining analytical instruments and air-quality monitoring equipment;
- Developing and implementing preventive-maintenance schedules;
- Training researchers and students in the safe and effective use of laboratory equipment;
- Supporting sample collection, preparation, analysis, and data-quality assurance;
- Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures, equipment logs, maintenance records, and laboratory documentation;
- Managing laboratory consumables, chemicals, spare parts, and other inventories;
- Supporting the procurement of equipment, consumables, and technical services;
- Contributing to the efficient day-to-day operation and continued development of CAPE’s research facilities.
Funding and Appointment:
This is a full-time position within CAPE. The initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and the availability of funding. A competitive salary will be offered based on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, and in accordance with LUMS policies.
Professional Development:
The selected candidate will have opportunities to:
- Receive specialized training from equipment manufacturers and technical experts;
- Develop expertise in advanced environmental and air-quality measurement techniques;
- Work with an interdisciplinary team of faculty members, researchers, and students;
- Support high-impact research addressing air pollution and environmental challenges in Pakistan; and
- Contribute to the development of CAPE’s laboratory systems, protocols, and research infrastructure.
Applicants should have:
- At least a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering, environmental engineering, chemistry, environmental science, or a closely related field;
- Relevant experience in the operation and maintenance of laboratory or analytical equipment;
- A practical understanding of instrument installation, calibration, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and quality control;
- Familiarity with laboratory safety procedures, chemical handling, and waste management;
- Strong organizational, record-keeping, and problem-solving skills;
- Good written and verbal communication skills; and
- The ability to work independently while supporting a multidisciplinary research team.
- Experience with ion chromatography, gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, elemental analysis, or related environmental analytical techniques would be an advantage.
Interested candidates should email the following documents to hr.cape@lums.edu.pk as a single PDF file by the closing date of September 30th, 2026, with the subject line Application for Laboratory Technician - CAPE:
- A cover letter explaining their interest in the position and relevant technical experience;
- A detailed curriculum vitae;
- A list of laboratory instruments and analytical techniques with which they have experience; and
- The names and contact details of three professional or academic referees.
For further information, please contact Dr. Qasim Imtiaz at qasim.imtiaz@lums.edu.pk.
LUMS is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.