CRISPR-Cas-Aided Breeding for Broad-Spectrum Recessive Resistance Against Bacterial Blight Strains in Pakistani Rice 

Department of Agriculture, Hazara University Mansehra, Pakistan 

Applications are invited from qualified and motivated candidates for the following positions under the HEC-funded NRPU Project No. 141369–52. 

Available Positions 

 Research Associate/Assistant (PhD enrolled): 01 Position | Monthly Stipend of Rs. 80,000/- (for two years)

Research Associate/Assistant (MPhil enrolled): 01 Position | Monthly Stipend of Rs. 40,000/- (for one year)

Selection Criteria Research Associate/Assistants (PhD/M.Phil enrolled) 

·       Enrolled in a PhD/M.Phil program in Agriculture (Plant pathology/Plant Breeding & Genetics) or a relevant discipline, including Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering, Biochemistry, Botany, or other life sciences.

·       Must have completed the coursework and be ready to undertake full-time research.

·       Preference will be given to candidates with hands-on experience in rice tissue culture, genetic transformation, CRISPR-Cas construct design and synthesis, recombinant DNA technology, cloning, and subcloning. (For M.Phil applicants, candidates with practical experience in basic molecular biology techniques, including DNA extraction, PCR optimization, agarose gel electrophoresis, and related laboratory procedures, are also encouraged to apply.)

·       Demonstrated commitment to achieving the project objectives (PhD applicants should be capable of working independently under the overall supervision of the PI.)

·       Good computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. 

·       Good reading, comprehension, scientific writing, and communication skills. 

Terms and Conditions 

·       All positions are purely temporary/project-based under HEC-NRPU funding.

·       Applications along with a detailed CV, educational testimonials, experience certificates (if any), and recent photographs should be emailed to [email protected] on or before 24 July 2026.

·       Mention “NRPU-141369-52 Application and write either “PhD RA” or “M.Phil RA” in the position applied for in the subject line of the email.

·       Original documents must be presented at the time of the interview.

·       Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained.

·       Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. 

·       The decision of the selection committee/interview panel shall be final.

·       No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the interview.

Dr. Tariq Mahmood, PhD.,

PI/Associate Professor

Department of Agriculture, Hazara University Mansehra, Pakistan 

Email: [email protected] or  [email protected]