BPS-20
Regular/ Contractual Age not more 50 years
The Director ORIC will be responsible for establishing, leading, and managing the
University’s Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization in line with HEC policies and frameworks. The incumbent will provide strategic leadership to build a vibrant research culture, promote innovation and entrepreneurship, and strengthen linkages with industry, government, and society. Key responsibilities include setting up ORIC, formulating research and commercialization policies, developing institutional research strategies, and supporting faculty in securing national and international funding. The Director will oversee proposal development, grant facilitation, research ethics compliance, and the establishment of research centers and collaborative projects. Additionally, the role involves promoting technology transfer, patents, and commercialization opportunities; monitoring research performance and reporting to HEC; building research and grant-writing capacities among faculty and students; and fostering a
culture of innovation, ethical research practices, and institutional excellence.
Qualifications:
PhD (preferred) / MPhil or equivalent 18 years education from HEC recognized university.
Experience:
Minimum 10 years post qualification experience with at least 5 years in research management, innovation, or academic leadership roles in Higher Education Institution(s) ,Proven ability to secure and manage grants and build industry partnerships. Strong grasp of research funding frameworks, commercialization and Intellectual property laws.
Important Instructions:
- Mention the name of the post and specialty on the top-right corner of the envelope.
- Applications must include updated CV, CNIC, educational and experience documents, and two reference letters.
- Last date to apply: October 31, 2025.
- Application fee: Rs. 3,000 (non-refundable) in favor of Karachi Metropolitan University.
- Applications should be submitted to:
Human Resource Department
Karachi Metropolitan University,
Block M, North Nazimabad, Karachi.
Email: career@thekmu.edu.pk
Website: www.thekmu.edu.pk
