PAKISTAN AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL SITUATIONS VACANT Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC), an apex research organization in the agriculture sector invites applications from well qualified, highly talented and self motivated Pakistani nationals (Male/Female) for appointment against the following posts on contract basis initially for a period of two (02) years extendable subject to availability of budget & performance: Sl. 1 Post / SPS / Age / Vacancies Qualification / Experience & other requirements Principal Scientific Officer (SPS-10) Age Limit: 45 years, Vacancies: 03 Quota: Merit (01), Punjab / Federal (02) i) ii) (Visit PARC / PTS websites for fields of specialization/disciplines and their allocation as per place of posting) iii) iv) 2 3 Director (Public Relations & Protocol) – SPS-10 Age Limit: 45 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: PARC HQ’rs, Islamabad = 1 Quota: Merit Executive Engineer (Civil) (SPS-09) Age Limit: 40 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: NARC, Islamabad = 1 Quota: Punjab / Federal (01) v) i. ii. i. ii. iii. iv. 4 Sr. Scientific Officer (SPS-09) Age Limit: 40 years, Vacancies: 13 Quota: Merit (04), Punjab / Federal (08), Sindh (R) (01) v. i) ii) (Visit PARC / PTS websites for fields of specialization/disciplines and their allocation as per place of posting) iii) iv) Ph.D or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with 12 years’ post qualification relevant experience in SPS-08/BS-17 or equivalent and above or 7 years post qualification experience in SPS-09 / BS-18 or in R&D organization. Candidates having qualification of DVM prior to his Ph.D Degree will be preferred in case of hiring of Scientists in Animal Sciences Division. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. 09 research papers in relevant discipline in HEC recognized journals with Impact Factor (IF). Papers published in proceedings, extension papers, etc. will be considered as additional professional qualification/ expertise. Good written & oral communication & presentation skills. Masters or equivalent qualification in Biological Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Fine Arts, English, Urdu, Journalism, International Relations, Mass Communications, Electronics and MLSC or relevant discipline with 15 years proven experience in SPS-08 / BS-17 or equivalent and above in relevant field in a reputable Scientific/Research Organization. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. M.Sc. (Civil Engineering) or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline from HEC recognized University with 05 years’ post qualification relevant experience OR B.Sc. (Civil Engineering) or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with good academic record plus suitable post qualification experience of at least 07 years in Govt./Semi Govt./ Autonomous/ International Organization. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. Proficiency in preparation of PC-1. Construction management and administration of contracts. Maintenance of infrastructure facilities. Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. Ph.D with 02 research publications in HEC recognized journals with Impact Factor (IF) OR M.Sc (Hons) / M.Phil / M.E / M.Sc (Engg) or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with 05 years post qualification relevant experience in SPS-08/BS-17 or equivalent in R&D organization. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. In case of M.Sc (Hons)/M.Phil or equivalent qualification 5 research papers in relevant discipline in HEC recognized journals with Impact Factor (IF). Papers published in proceedings, extension article, etc. will be considered as additional professional qualification / expertise. Good project development / proposal writing, communication & inter personal skills. Page 1 of 5 Sl. 5 Post / SPS / Age / Vacancies Qualification / Experience & other requirements Dy. Director (Admn) (SPS-09) Age Limit: 40 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Merit (01) i. ii. 6 Dy. Director (Legal) (SPS-09) Age Limit: 40 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Punjab / Federal (01) i) ii) iii) iv) 7 Accounts Officer (SPS-09) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: AZRI, D. I. Khan = 01 Quota: Merit (01) i. ii. 8 9 10 11 12 Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil & Electrical) (SPS-08) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancies: 04 (Civil =3, Electrical = 1) Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 NARC, Islamabad = 03 Quota: Merit (01), Punjab / Federal (02), KPK (01) Scientific Officer (SPS-08) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancies: 59 Quota: Merit (07), Punjab / Federal (32), Sindh (U) (04), Sindh (R) (03), KPK (03), Balochistan (04), GB / FATA (05), AJK (01) (Visit PARC / PTS websites for fields of specialization/disciplines and their allocation as per place of posting) Security Officer (SPS-08) Age Limit: 45 years, but for person from law enforcing agencies the age limit will be 55 years, Vacancies: 01 Place of posting: NARC, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Merit (01) Assistant Accounts Officer (SPS-08) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancies: 02 Place of posting: AZRI, Umerkot = 01 MARC, Gilgit = 01 Quota: Sindh (R) (01), GB / FATA (01) Computer Programmer (01) / Web Developer (01) / Database Manager (02) / Network Administrator (01) (SPS-08) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancies: 05 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 04, NARC, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Merit (02), Punjab / Federal (03) i. ii. i. ii. i) ii) MBA / MPA / MA(HR) / MAS / MS(HR / Management Sciences) or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with 05 years post qualification relevant experience in BPS-17/SPS-08 or equivalent. Having qualities of leadership, exceptionally good working knowledge of Computer/Human Resource Matters/ Government & Parliament Business/Policy & Planning Affairs in Govt./Semi Govt./Autonomous/ International Organization. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. LLB (Hons) or LLB with Master degree from HEC recognized university. Must have 05 years active practice in the High Court for Govt./private organization cases. Must have experience of legislative drafting, service matters, opinion writing & legal advice etc. Must have first division or 3.00 CGPA or more in the highest degree with no third Division in academic career. MBA(Finance / Acctt) / CA / ACMA / ACCA / CPA / CFA / MS / M.Com / MA (F&A) / Master in Professional Accounting or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with 05 years post qualification relevant experience in SPS08/BS-17 or equivalent and above in Govt./ Semi Govt./Autonomous/ Intl. Organization. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. B.Sc (Engg) (Civil / Electrical) or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with good academic record. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. M.Sc(Hons) / M.Phil / B.E / B.Sc (Engg) / DVM or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. Good written and oral communication and analytical skills. Graduate with Ex-Army Officer (preferably qualified in intelligence courses) with 10 years experience of security work in supervisory capacity in Govt./Semi Govt. / Autonomous/International Organization / law enforcing agencies. Candidates must have at least second division in the highest degree with no third Division in academic career. i. MBA(Finance/Acctt)/CA/ACMA/ACCA/CPA/CFA/MS/M.Com/MA(F&A)/ BBA(Hons)/ Master in Professional Accounting or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with 03 years post qualification relevant experience of Accounts / Audit in Govt./Semi Govt./Autonomous/ International Organization. ii. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. i. MS / MCS / MIT / BS in Computer Science, BS / BE in Software Engg. or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline from HEC recognized university ii. 03 years post qualification relevant experience of leading analysis and software development technologies & techniques. iii. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. Page 2 of 5 Sl. Post / SPS / Age / Vacancies Qualification / Experience & other requirements 13 Assistant Director (Admn) (SPS-08) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancies: 04 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 NARC, Islamabad = 01 NTHRI, Mansehra = 01 NSTHRI, Thatta = 01 Quota: Punjab / Federal (02), KPK (01), Sindh (R) (01) Cameraman (SPS-08) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: NARC, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Merit (01) i) 14 15 Public Relations Officer (SPS-08) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Merit (01) 16 Assistant Artist (Herbarium) (SPS-07) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: NARC, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Merit (01) Assistant Technical Officer (SPS-07) Age Limit: 30 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Punjab / Federal (01) 17 18 Principal Scientific Assistant (SPS07) Age Limit: 50 years, Vacancies: 03 Place of posting: NARC, Islamabad = 03 Quota: Merit (03) 19 Sr. Auditor (SPS-07) Age Limit: 30 years, Vacancies: 05 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 03 NARC, Islamabad = 02 Quota: Merit (03), Punjab / Federal (02) Assistant Store Officer (SPS-07) Age Limit: 30 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: NARC, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Merit (01) 20 21 Manager Cafeteria / Sr. Cafe Supervisor (SPS-07) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancies: 03 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 NARC, Islamabad = 02 Quota: Merit (03) ii) iii) MBA / MPA / MA(HRM) / MAS / MS (HR / Management Sciences) / BBA (Hons) / LLB or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with 03 years post qualification relevant experience in Govt./Semi Govt./ Autonomous/ International Organization. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. In case of HEC recognized reputable foreign university degree, no condition as (ii) above due to variable system. i. Masters or equivalent qualification in Biological Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Fine Arts, English, Urdu, Journalism, International Relations, Mass Communications, Electronics and MLSC or relevant discipline with 07 years post qualification relevant experience OR 03 years relevant Diploma from any recognized institute plus 10 years relevant experience in scientific/research Organization. ii. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. i. Masters or equivalent qualification in Biological Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Fine Arts, English, Urdu, Journalism, International Relations, Mass Communications, Electronics and MLSC or relevant discipline with 07 years post qualification relevant experience OR 03 years relevant Diploma from any recognized institute plus 10 years relevant experience in scientific/research Organization. ii. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. i. Masters or equivalent qualification in Biological Sciences / Plant Sciences especially in Taxonomy or relevant discipline. ii. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one second division OR grade C in the academic career. i. M.Sc/B.Tech (Hons) in relevant subject OR 03 years diploma (Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics/Auto-Mobile Engg.) from Poly Technique institute with first division and having atleast 05 years experience in relevant field in Govt./Semi Govt./Autonomous/International Organization. ii. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. Matric (Science) with 02 years diploma of Field Assistant/diploma in agricultural sciences and 22 years relevant experience. i. MBA (Finance/Acctt) / CPA / CFA / M.Com / MA (F&A) / Master in Professional Accounting or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with preferably 02 years relevant experience. ii. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. i. MA / M.Sc. OR BA / B.Sc / Graduate / Law Graduate with 5 years experience having sufficient computer knowledge, Administrative, Legal, Store/ Procurement experience in Govt. or Semi Govt. Organization/ Autonomous Body. ii. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. i. Graduate with 01 year diploma/certificate in catering services with 08 years experience of running A-class hostels, rest houses and restaurants. ii. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. Page 3 of 5 Sl. Post / SPS / Age / Vacancies 22 Manager Hostel (SPS-07) Age Limit: 40 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: NARC, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Merit (01) 23 Assistant Computer Programmer (SPS-07) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: NARC, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Punjab / Federal (01) i. Assistant Admn Officer (SPS-07) Age Limit: 30 years, Vacancies: 04 Place of posting: SARC, Karachi = 01 NARC, Islamabad = 02 NTHRI, Mansehra = 01 Quota: Merit (04) Assistant Security Officer (SPS-07) Age Limit: 40 years, but for person from law enforcing agencies the age limit will be 55 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Merit (01) Assistant (SPS-07) Age Limit: 30 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Punjab / Federal (01) i. 24 25 26 Qualification / Experience & other requirements Graduate or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with atleast 05 years experience for operation of the hostel duties with Govt./Semi Govt./Autonomous/International Organization or other reputed institution, which includes providing a quality service to residents, supervising staff, managing a budget and providing reports. Not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. ii. iii. ii. i) ii) MS /MCS/MIT/BS in Computer Science, BS/BE in Software Engg. or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline from HEC recognized university. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. Having knowledge and expertise of programming, designing, coding, testing and program documentation. MBA / MPA / MS / BBA(Hons) / LLB or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline with preferably 02 years relevant experience having sufficient computer knowledge, Administrative, Legal, Store/ Procurement experience in Govt./ Semi Govt./Autonomous/ International Organization Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. Graduate with Ex-Army Officer (preferably qualified in intelligence courses) with 05 years experience of security work in supervisory capacity in Govt. / Semi Govt. / Autonomous / International Organization / law enforcing agencies. Candidates must have at least second division in the highest degree with no third Division in academic career. i. MBA/M.Sc./MA/LLB/BBA (Hons)/M.S or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline, preferably with 02 years relevant experience having sufficient computer knowledge, Administrative, Legal, Store/ Procurement experience in Govt./ Semi Govt./Autonomous/ International Organization. ii. Candidates must have first division OR CGPA 3.00 OR more in the highest degree with not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. Matric with 03 years diploma in the relevant trade (preferably in first class) with 14 years relevant experience OR Matric with specialized tradesman certificate from Govt. recognized institute with 19 years relevant experience. 27 Sr. Technician (Electrical) (SPS-06) Age Limit: 40 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Regional / Provincial 28 Technician-I / (A/C Mechanic) (SPS-05) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: NARC, Islamabad = 01 Quota: Regional / Provincial Matric with 03 years diploma in relevant trade (preferably in first class) with 07 years relevant experience OR Matric with specialized tradesman certificate from Govt. recognized institute with 12 years relevant experience. 29 Sub Engineer (Electrical) (SPS-05) Age Limit: 30 years, Vacancies: 02 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 SARC, Karachi = 01 Quota: Regional / Provincial 03 years DAE in relevant discipline from recognized Poly Technique institute with first division, having 01 year relevant experience. 30 Computer Technician (02) / Graphic Designer (02) (SPS-05) Age Limit: 30 years, Vacancies: 04 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 04 Quota: Regional / Provincial i. 31 Store Keeper (SPS-05) Age Limit: 35 years, Vacancy: 01 Place of posting: MARC, Gilgit = 01 Quota: Regional / Provincial Bachelor’s degree with 01 year diploma in Computer (PGD/hardware) from recognized institute. Not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. ii. Having knowledge and expertise of designing (Corel Draw, Photoshop, Inpage etc.) iii. Preferably 03 years experience in relevant field. BA/B.Sc/equivalent qualification with 03 years relevant experience having sufficient computer & Administrative/ Store/Procurement experience in Govt./Semi Govt./Autonomous/ International Organization. Not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. Page 4 of 5 Sl. Post / SPS / Age / Vacancies Qualification / Experience & other requirements 32 UDC (SPS-05) Age Limit: 30 years, Vacancies: 06 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 02 NARC, Islamabad = 03 AZRI, Bahawalpur = 01 Quota: Regional / Provincial LDC (SPS-04) Age Limit: 30 years, Vacancies: 05 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 01 NARC, Islamabad = 04 Quota: Regional / Provincial i. Technician-II (Carpenter) (SPS03) (1 post) ii. Technician-II (Plumber) (SPS-03) (1 post) Age Limit: 30 years, Vacancies: 02 Place of posting: PARC Hq, Islamabad = 02 Quota: Regional / Provincial Scientific Assistant-II (SPS-03) Age Limit: 30 years, Vacancies: 02 Place of posting: AZRC, D. I. Khan = 01 MARC, Gilgit = 01 Quota: Regional / Provincial i. BA / B.Sc /equivalent qualification ii. Not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. iii. Candidates must have sufficient knowledge of typing & computer / administrative / Store / Procurement. iv. Good writing & oral communication skills. 33 34 35 FA / F.Sc / I.Com / ICS or equivalent qualification having typing speed 40/word per minute and sufficient computer administrative/Store/ Procurement knowledge. Not more than one third division OR grade D in the academic career. Matric (Science) with 03 years diploma in relevant trade (preferably in first class) OR Matric with specialized tradesman certificate from Govt. recognized institute with 05 years relevant experience. Matric (Science) with 02 years diploma of Field Assistant / diploma in agricultural sciences / Livestock. NB: The candidates who have already applied for the above posts advertised on 11-02-2018, need not to apply again. Recruitment will be made as per policy issued by the Establishment Division, Govt. of Pakistan from time to time. Age relaxation will be admissible as per PARC / Govt. rules. Interested candidates qualifying the above eligibility criteria may directly apply to Pakistan Testing Service – PTS Head Quarters , 3rd Floor, Adeel Plaza, Fazl-e-Haq Road, Blue Area, Islamabad on the prescribed application form available on PTS Website (www.pts.org.pk), within fifteen (15) days of publication of advertisement in National press. No TA / DA will be admissible for test / interview. PARC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages female candidates to apply. Departmental candidates may apply through proper channel. PARC reserves the right to increase / decrease number of posts. Selection will be made on discipline-wise merit and by considering the province-wise quota for each post as mentioned against each, however distribution of posts may vary as per organizational requirements of staff in different disciplines / areas. Tariq Ali Nawaz, Director (Establishment), PARC HQrs, 20-Attaturk Avenue, G-5/1, Islamabad (Ph: 051-90762220) Page 5 of 5