Daanish University — Founding Faculty (Open-Rank) for Six STEAM Schools in Islamabad

Issuer: Daanish University (Islamabad)

Opportunity: Open-rank founding faculty positions across six STEAM schools to help establish a new, research-led university in Islamabad.

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Qualifications & Profile: Applicants should hold a PhD or other terminal degree in a STEM or closely related field. Candidates are expected to have strong academic credentials, evidence of research and teaching excellence, and the capacity to design integrated, experiential STEAM curricula. Interdisciplinary experience and the ability to contribute to institutional development are desirable.

Who Should Apply: Accomplished academics and researchers, including those with interdisciplinary interests, proven research records, and a commitment to student-centered STEAM education. Both early-career and established scholars are encouraged to apply.

What the University Offers: Academic freedom, a research-oriented culture, balanced teaching loads, translational research support, competitive compensation and support for visa and relocation for international hires. The campus will be a fully residential campus in Islamabad.

How to Apply: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Applicants should submit a letter of interest (concise), a detailed CV (with publications), and references via the university careers channel or by email: [email protected]. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Eligibility: Open to Pakistani nationals and qualified international scholars; visa processing and relocation assistance available for foreign nationals.

Preferred Start: Q3 2026 (preferred)

Notes: Appointments are open-rank and across multiple STEAM schools. Daanish University is an equal-opportunity employer.