SZABIST University Karachi Jobs 2026: Apply Online For Faculty and Staff Vacancies Before June 7

The Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST) University, Karachi Campus, has officially announced an extensive recruitment campaign for 2026. Applications are invited from highly qualified, experienced, and dynamic professionals to fill multiple full-time Faculty and Staff positions.

Known as a premier higher education institution in Pakistan, SZABIST offers a competitive salary package along with attractive fringe benefits, including an Annual Bonus, Health Insurance, R/R Leave, Casual & Earned Leave (Cashable), Research Incentives, and adjustments for yearly inflation and performance increments.

Eligible candidates seeking to build a progressive academic or administrative career must submit their applications to the university's human resources division on or before June 7, 2026.

SZABIST Karachi Recruitment 2026 Overview

For a quick summary of this higher education employment advertisement, refer to the table below:

1. Faculty Positions: Detailed Requirements

All faculty positions require experience and research publications strictly aligned with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) appointment criteria.

Computer Science & IT Cader

• Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor

  • Academic Criteria: Must hold a PhD degree with specialization in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or Cyber Security.

• Lecturer / Junior Lecturer

  • Academic Criteria: Must hold an MS/MPhil degree (18 years of education) with specialization in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or Data Science.

Robotics & Artificial Intelligence

• Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor

  • Academic Criteria: Must hold a PhD degree specializing in Computer Science or AI/Data Science accompanied by relevant peer-reviewed publications.

• Lecturer / Senior Lecturer

  • Academic Criteria: Must hold an MS/MPhil degree with specialization in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or Data Science.

Biosciences & Public Health

• Assistant Professor (Biosciences)

  • Academic Criteria: Must hold a Ph.D. degree specializing in Food Science & Technology or closely relevant fields.

• Assistant Professor (Public Health)

  • Academic Criteria: Must hold an MS/MPhil or Ph.D. degree with an explicit specialization in Health/Nutrition and Dietetics, or a relevant medical field.

Management Sciences

• Assistant Professor

  • Academic Criteria: Must hold a PhD degree in Project Management.

• Lecturer / Senior Lecturer

  • Academic Criteria: Must have 18 years of education in a relevant discipline. Eligible streams include MBA/MS with ACCA or CMA (Accounting & Law), MS in Business Analytics, MBA/MS with banking industry experience, MS in Social Sciences, or an equivalent qualification in Project Management.

Social Sciences, Law & Education

• Assistant Professor (Social Sciences)

  • Academic Criteria: Must hold a Ph.D. degree with a specialization in International Relations.

• Lecturer (Social Sciences)

  • Academic Criteria: Must hold an MS/MPhil degree with a specialization in Linguistics, Literature, Psychology, Pakistan Studies, or Islamic Studies.

• Assistant Professor (Law)

  • Academic Criteria: Must possess an LLM degree from a foreign (preferably UK-based) HEC-recognized university. Note: Suspension of active legal practice license at the time of joining is mandatory.

• Lecturer (Education)

  • Academic Criteria: Must hold an MS/M.Phil degree with a clear specialization in Education or Educational Leadership.

2. Professional Staff Positions: Detailed Requirements

SZABIST is also recruiting administrative and engineering personnel to support campus software systems, lab facilities, and departmental advancement.

• Senior Software Engineer – ZABSolutions

  • Eligibility: Must hold an MS degree in computer science or a related discipline with 3 years of relevant development experience. Candidates must be proficient in ASP.Net, .Net Core, MVC, JavaScript, and SQL Server.

• Assistant Controller – Examinations

  • Eligibility: Master’s degree (18 years of education) alongside 5 years of experience working in a similar university examination wing.

• Assistant Manager – University Advancement

  • Eligibility: Master’s degree (18 years of education) with 5 years of corporate experience in fundraising, corporate partnerships, sponsorship management, alumni relations, or university advancement functions.

• Lab Engineer (Computer Sciences)

  • Eligibility: Must hold a BS degree in computer science or a related computing discipline.

• Lab Engineer (Robotics & Artificial Intelligence)

  • Eligibility: Must hold a BS engineering or technology degree in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or Computer Science.

• IT Officer Services

  • Eligibility: Must hold a BSCS/BSSE (04 years degree) with 2 years of relevant experience in Windows installation setups, networking layouts, and database handling.

• IT Assistant Officer Services

  • Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with a 2-year IT diploma, complemented by 2 years of IT experience in Windows setups, networking infrastructure, and troubleshooting.

General Instructions and University Regulations

1. HEC Verification: Candidates applying for any position must ensure all their degrees are issued by HEC-recognized national or international universities.

2. Visual Portfolios/Forms: Applicants must download and completely fill out the official Faculty/Staff Application Form available on the university's digital portal.

3. Incomplete Forms: Applications received without the official form, missing experience certificates, or sent after the due date will be instantly discarded.

How to Apply For SZABIST Karachi Jobs 2026

Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can submit their details through email or via direct postal mail. Follow this guide to register:

Option 1: Via Email Submission (Recommended)

1. Visit the official SZABIST portal at https://szabist.edu.pk/job-opportunities-2/ and download the designated Faculty/Staff Application Form.

2. Fill out the form completely. Prepare digital copies of your updated CV, highest academic degree certificate, and experience letters.

3. Compose an email addressed to: zabhr@szabist.edu.pk

4. Crucial Step: Clearly write the exact position title in the email subject line (e.g., Application for the Post of Assistant Professor – Computer Science). Attach all your documents and submit.

Option 2: Via Hard Copy Courier

If you prefer physical delivery, package your filled application form, updated CV, copy of your highest degree, and experience certificates in an envelope. Mark the applied position clearly on top of the envelope and send it to:

HR Office, SZABIST Campus, 99 Clifton, Block 5, Karachi.

Tel: 111-922-478 | Fax: 021-35822123

For immediate alerts regarding test schedules, shortlisted interview calls, and corporate merit updates for SZABIST, keep visiting Newz.com.pk and schemes.online.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the final deadline to apply for SZABIST Karachi vacancies?

The final date to submit your applications through email or courier is June 7, 2026.

Is a legal license allowed while working as an Assistant Professor of Law?

No. Selected candidates for the Assistant Professor (Law) position must suspend their legal practice license before formally joining the university.

What are the technical requirements for the Senior Software Engineer post?

Applicants must have an MS degree in a computing field, 3 years of development experience, and high proficiency in ASP.Net, .Net Core, MVC, JavaScript, and SQL Server.

Can I apply without downloading the university application form?

No. All applicants are strictly required to fill out the formal Faculty/Staff Application Form available on the official SZABIST job page to be considered for shortlisting.