Vice Chancellor for the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad – Apply Before 30-Sep-24

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Arham Tanveer

The Government of Punjab’s Agriculture Department is currently seeking a qualified individual to fill the role of Vice Chancellor at the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad. This prestigious position is integral to promoting academic excellence, ensuring transparent governance, and motivating faculty and staff towards achieving increasingly higher standards of education, research, and administration.

Key Details:

  • Job Title: Vice Chancellor
  • Location: Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • Opening Date: September 13, 2024
  • Closing Date: September 30, 2024

Qualifications Required:

  • A Ph.D. in Agriculture or a closely related academic discipline from a recognized university.
  • At least 15 years of post-qualification experience in teaching, administration, planning, and financial matters.
  • A minimum of 5 quality research publications in HEC recognized journals.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the university in promoting academic excellence and fostering an environment conducive to scholarly and academic pursuits.
  • Manage strategic planning, oversee implementation, and mobilize resources for university and its research programs.
  • Network with both national and international institutions to enhance educational standards and research capabilities.
  • Integrate agricultural research into educational curricula and extend its benefits to the farming community through modern dissemination and extension methods.

Other Requirements:

  • Candidates should not be older than 65 years at the time of application deadline.
  • Demonstrable experience in academic and financial management with a proven track record of successful leadership and change management.

Application Process: Interested candidates are encouraged to apply using the ‘Application Form’ available on the official website www.agripunjab.gov.pk. Applicants should submit two copies of their curriculum vitae (CV) — one hard copy and one soft copy (not exceeding 20 MB) — along with educational certificates, degrees, diplomas, testimonials, Research Grants Awards as Principal Investigator, and other relevant documents.

Additional Submission Requirements:

  • A comprehensive list of research publications, both national and international, recognized by the Higher Education Commission.
  • A separate list of research publications published in impact factor journals of international repute, including a vision statement for the University (not exceeding one page).

Mode of Recruitment: This high-level position is open to all eligible candidates who meet the educational and experience criteria. The term of appointment will be for four years, as stipulated under the provisions of the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad Act, 1973.

For further details and to view the salary package and other terms and conditions, please visit the official website or contact the office directly at the numbers provided.

Contact Information:

  • Name: Iftikhar Ali Sahoo
  • Position: Member of the Search Committee/ Secretary to Govt. of the Punjab Agriculture Department
  • Address: 21-Davis Road (Agriculture House), Lahore, Pakistan
  • Phone: +92-42-99200522, +92-42-99200523
  • Email: agripunjab@hotmail.com

Applications must be received by no later than September 30, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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