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Shaikh Zayed Postgraduate Medical Institute Lahore Jobs have been announced for experienced medical teachers seeking regular government employment. The institute is accepting online applications for Associate Professor positions in four medical specialties.
A total of four BPS-19 vacancies are available in Paeds Surgery, General Surgery, Radiology, and Community Medicine. Applicants must meet the required education, teaching experience, research, age, and quota conditions.
Interested candidates must apply through the National Job Portal within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication. Applications submitted by hand, courier, or postal service will not be accepted.
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Key Job Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Shaikh Zayed Postgraduate Medical Institute, Lahore |
| Job Location | Lahore, Punjab |
| Job Type | Regular government job |
| Post and Scale | Associate Professor, BPS-19 |
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Education Requirement | MBBS or equivalent, or a relevant M.Sc. for non-medical graduates, along with a recognized postgraduate qualification |
| Maximum Age | 45 years, with relaxation under Federal Government rules |
| Salary | Not mentioned in the advertisement |
| Gender | Not specified; women and transgender quotas apply under Federal Government rules |
| Application Method | Online through the National Job Portal at www.njp.gov.pk |
Available Positions
The following Associate Professor vacancies have been announced:
- Associate Professor Paeds Surgery: One post under the Punjab quota.
- Associate Professor General Surgery: One post under the Sindh Rural quota.
- Associate Professor Radiology: One post under the Sindh Rural quota.
- Associate Professor Community Medicine: One post under the Sindh Rural quota.
Candidates should apply only for a position related to their professional and postgraduate qualifications. The required qualification must be in the relevant specialty. A general qualification that does not match the advertised specialty will not be accepted.
Registration and Application Dates
| Application Stage | Date or Time Limit |
|---|---|
| Application deadline | Within 15 days from the publication date |
| Exact closing date | Not printed in the advertisement |
Applicants should confirm the publication date and submit their online forms as early as possible. Applications received after the allowed period will not be considered.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for the Associate Professor posts is 45 years. Age relaxation will be available according to Federal Government rules.
Provincial or Federal Government employees with at least two years of regular and continuous service may receive up to 10 years of upper-age relaxation. However, their maximum age after relaxation cannot exceed 55 years.
Basic Education
Medical candidates must have an MBBS degree or an equivalent medical qualification recognized by PM&DC.
Non-medical graduates may have an M.Sc. degree from a recognized university. The degree must be in a relevant basic science subject connected with the position being applied for.
Postgraduate Qualification
Applicants must have a postgraduate qualification in the relevant specialty. The advertisement mentions qualifications such as:
- D.Sc.
- Ph.D.
- FCPS
- MD
- MS
- M.Phil
An equivalent qualification recognized by PM&DC may also be accepted. For public health institutes, FCPS or MD with DPH is mentioned as an acceptable qualification route.
All degrees and postgraduate qualifications must relate to the specialty of the advertised post.
Teaching Experience
Candidates must meet one of the following teaching experience conditions:
- At least five years of teaching experience as an Assistant Professor in the relevant subject at a postgraduate institute; or
- At least eight years of teaching experience as an Assistant Professor at an undergraduate medical institution.
Applicants should provide correct and verifiable information about their teaching service.
Research Requirement
Candidates with teaching experience at a postgraduate institute must have produced at least three research papers.
Applicants whose teaching experience is from an undergraduate medical institution must have produced at least five research papers.
No physical test, height, weight, or other physical requirement is mentioned in the advertisement.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Appointments will be made on a regular basis according to the recruitment rules of Shaikh Zayed Postgraduate Medical Institute Lahore.
Candidates already employed by a government department must apply through the proper channel. An advance copy of the application will not be accepted.
The institute will verify the educational, professional, research, and experience information provided by candidates. False or forged information may result in the cancellation of candidature or appointment, even if the person has already joined. Legal action may also be taken.
Incomplete applications will not be entertained. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.
No travelling allowance or daily allowance will be provided for a test, interview, or joining. The competent authority also has the right to change, postpone, or cancel the recruitment process at any stage.
Quotas for persons with disabilities, minorities, women, and transgender applicants will be followed according to Federal Government rules.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the National Job Portal at
Visit the portal and search for vacancies announced by Shaikh Zayed Postgraduate Medical Institute Lahore. Select the relevant Associate Professor position and complete the online application form.
Applicants must enter accurate personal, educational, teaching, experience, and research information. The completed form should be submitted within 15 days from the publication date of the advertisement.
Applications submitted by hand, courier, or postal service will not be accepted. Government employees must also complete the required process through their departments.
Candidates should keep their original degrees, experience certificates, research records, and other supporting documents ready for verification if shortlisted.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available at Shaikh Zayed Postgraduate Medical Institute Lahore?
There are four Associate Professor vacancies in total.
2. What is the maximum age limit for these positions?
The maximum age limit is 45 years. Age relaxation may be allowed under Federal Government rules.
3. Which specialties are included in this recruitment?
The vacancies are available in Paeds Surgery, General Surgery, Radiology, and Community Medicine.
4. How can candidates submit their applications?
Candidates must apply online through the National Job Portal at www.njp.gov.pk.
5. What is the last date to apply?
Applications must be submitted within 15 days from the publication date. The advertisement does not provide an exact calendar date.
