Job Description
Khyber Medical University is offering project-based career and studentship opportunities as part of the HEC National Research Program for Universities (NRPU). This advertisement, published in May 2026, invites applications from eligible Pakistani male and female candidates for temporary, contract-based positions within the Department of Molecular Biology & Genetics, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences (IBMS), KMU Peshawar. The research project focuses on the "Identification of Genetic Determinants of Congenital Heart Malformation in a Consanguineous Pakistani Cohort via Integrated Genomic Sequencing" (Project Number: 115190-10). A total of 07 positions are available, including a Research Assistant, PhD Studentships, MPhil Studentships, and BS Studentships. Salaries are as per the approved project budget. Candidates with qualifications in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Physiology, Biotechnology, and related fields are encouraged to apply via email before the deadline of June 5, 2026. These roles offer a unique opportunity to contribute to significant genetic research in a prominent medical university.
Requirements & Qualifications
Research Assistant:,• Number of Posts: 01,• Qualification & Experience: PhD in Molecular Biology & Genetics or relevant fields.,• Additional Requirements: Candidate should not have completed more than three years after obtaining the PhD degree.,• Relevant research experience will be preferred.,PhD Studentship:,• Number of Posts: 02,• Eligibility Criteria: MPhil in Molecular Biology & Genetics or relevant fields.,• Preference: Enrolled PhD students (1st, 2nd, or 3rd semester) in the mentioned programs will be preferred. Enrolled students of Khyber Medical University will be given preference.,MPhil Studentship:,• Number of Posts: 02,• Eligibility Criteria: Enrolled students of MPhil Physiology, Molecular Biology & Genetics.,• Preference: Students enrolled at Khyber Medical University will be preferred.,BS Studentship:,• Number of Posts: 02,• Eligibility Criteria: Enrolled BS students in Molecular Biology, Genetics, MLT, Biotechnology, or relevant fields.,• Semester Preference: Students of 6th, 7th, or 8th semester will be preferred.,• Additional Preference: Enrolled students of Khyber Medical University will be preferred.,Application Process:,• Eligible candidates are required to send their updated CVs via email.,• Applications must be submitted before June 5, 2026.,Terms and Conditions:,• These positions are purely temporary and project-based.,• Appointments will be made under the HEC National Research Program for Universities (NRPU) project.,• Preference will be given to candidates having relevant research experience.,• Enrolled students of Khyber Medical University will be preferred for studentship positions.,• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews.,• Candidates must fulfill all educational and eligibility requirements mentioned in the advertisement.,• Incomplete or late applications may not be considered.