Founding Faculty (Open-Rank) — Daanish University, Islamabad

Issuer: Daanish University (emerging university in Islamabad). Recruiting founding faculty (open-rank) for six STEAM schools to design and deliver an integrated, experiential STEAM curriculum and build a research-led academic culture.

Qualifications & eligibility: PhD or terminal degree in a STEAM or closely related field; accomplished academics with demonstrated capacity to create and innovate. Open to Pakistani nationals and international scholars; visa and relocation support available. Preferred start: Q3 2026.

Grand Challenge Institutes (sample focus areas listed): Natural Resources & Energy; Water, Climate & River Basin futures; AI Governance & Democratizing Technology; Agri-Food Systems, Bioeconomy & Rural Transformation; Design Thinking & Industrial Futures; Urban Resilience & Sustainable Infrastructure.

What is offered: academic freedom, strong research culture, balanced teaching loads, transparent policies, competitive salary package, subsidised housing, health care and relocation assistance; fully residential campus in Islamabad.

How to apply: Applications accepted on a rolling basis via the university careers site. Email: [email protected]. Applicants should submit a letter of interest and a detailed CV as directed on the careers page.