The Area Study Centre for Europe at the University of Karachi invites applications from Pakistani nationals for the following academic positions:

1. Director (BPS-20/21)

Qualification	Tenure	Eligibility Criteria (HEC Prescribed)
PhD in European Studies (preferably), International Relations, Political Science, or General History from an HEC-recognised university	Four-year appointment on deputation or contract basis; age limit: 55 years	Minimum 15 research publications (at least 5 in last 5 years in HEC-recognised journals) 15 years teaching/research experience in HEC-recognised university or postgraduate institution OR 10 years post-PhD teaching/research experience in recognised institution or professional organisation

2. Assistant Professor (BPS-19) – Contract (02 Posts)

PhD in European Studies (preferably), International Relations, Political Science, or General History from an HEC-recognised university
One-year contract (extendable)
Fixed salary: Rs. 80,000/- per month (no additional allowances)

Application Instructions

Government/Semi-Government/Autonomous Body employees must apply through proper channel with NOC.
Submit 6 hard copies of the prescribed proforma + soft copy in PDF format on CD.
Include attested copies of degrees, experience certificates, CNIC, and two recent photographs.
Attach a Pay Order of Rs. 5000/- in favor of University of Karachi.
Send applications to the Deputy Registrar (Academics), University of Karachi.
Alternatively, email scanned documents to registrar@uok.edu.pk.

Additional Notes

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
No TA/DA will be provided.
The Centre reserves the right to cancel any position without assigning reason.
Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained.

These positions offer a unique opportunity to contribute to European Studies and related disciplines at one of Pakistan’s leading academic institutions.