Dr. Panjwani Center (PCMD) Announces Prestigious Research Internship for Medical and Dental Students
The Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research (PCMD), a world-class research institution at the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS), University of Karachi, has announced a special Internship Program for Medical and Dental Students. This highly sought-after program is designed for recent graduates and final-year students, offering them a unique opportunity to gain exposure to original research in a globally recognized facility.
The month-long internship, scheduled from December 1st to 31st, 2025, aims to involve participants in research activities at the molecular and cellular levels. The objective is to help them attain a preliminary level of proficiency in conducting clinically relevant research, formulating research questions, applying appropriate methodologies, and critically interpreting scientific findings. This short-term, intensive exposure is expected to ignite a lasting interest in research among future medical professionals.
About the Institution
ICCBS is one of the top academic research establishments in the developing world and a designated Sindh Government Healthcare Research Center. It comprises two constituent centers: the H.E.J. Research Institute of Chemistry and the Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research. As a WHO collaborating and UNESCO affiliated center, ICCBS has been awarded the Islamic Development Bank Prize for being the best scientific research institution in the Islamic world.
PCMD, established in 2004, is at the pinnacle of excellence, engaged in training young scholars and conducting cutting-edge research in emerging fields of molecular medicine. The research activities at PCMD are directed at understanding diseases, especially those prevalent in Pakistan, with the aim of finding improved and novel ways of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
Internship Research Areas
The internship program offers placements in a wide range of state-of-the-art research areas, including:
Bioinformatics and Computational Chemistry
Bioequivalence Studies
Genomics
Immunology
Microbiology
Molecular Biology
Pharmacology
Proteomics
Stem Cell Research
Structural Biology
Virology
Eligibility and Application Process
Who can apply: The program is open to Final year students of M.B.B.S. / B.D.S. and recent graduates.
Application Deadline: The last date to submit applications is November 02, 2025.
How to Apply: Applicants must submit the following documents via email:
An application mentioning their specific area of interest.
Last year’s (2024) mark sheet or marks proforma.
A letter of recommendation from the head of their department.
An updated CV.
Submission Email: All documents should be sent to iccbsinternship@gmail.com.
Important Note: Selected candidates will be placed in various sections of the PCMD for 4 weeks. Kindly note that no payment or stipend will be provided to the selected internees. This is an unpaid, research-focused learning opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the duration of the internship program?
The internship will run for one month, from December 1st to December 31st, 2025.
Q2: What is the application deadline?
The last date to email your application is November 02, 2025.
Q3: Is this a paid internship?
No, the advertisement clearly states that no payment will be made to the selected internees. It is a voluntary, experience-based program.
Q4: I am a third-year medical student. Am I eligible to apply?
The advertisement specifies that the program is for final-year M.B.B.S./B.D.S. students and recent graduates. Third-year students may not be eligible.
Q5: What documents do I need to submit with my application?
You need to email your application letter (mentioning your area of interest), your 2024 mark sheet, a recommendation letter from your HOD, and your CV.
