Ministry of Defence Jobs 2025 — Senior Scientist/Researcher & Junior Scientist (PPS) for Emerging Technologies Lab, Islamabad

Ministry of Defence Jobs 2025 — Senior Scientist/Researcher & Junior Scientist (PPS) for Emerging Technologies Lab, Islamabad

The Government of Pakistan — Ministry of Defence invites applications for high-impact research roles on a project basis under the Establishment of Emerging Technologies Lab, Islamabad. Vacancies include Senior Scientist/Researcher (PPS-09) and Junior Scientist (PPS-08). These are one-year contracts, extendable annually on performance until project completion. Applications are to be submitted online at [www.njp.gov.pk] within 20 days of the advertisement’s publication.

This hiring round suits accomplished researchers and early-career scientists who want to build national capability in advanced computing, secure systems, sensors, and next-gen engineering within a mission-driven federal project in Islamabad (F-5/1, Evacuee Trust Complex, Agha Khan Road).

Job Position Detail

Appointment is project-based on a fixed-term contract of one (01) year, extendable annually on satisfactory performance and project requirements. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview and no TA/DA is admissible. Government employees must present a valid NOC at the time of interview. The Ministry encourages merit and gender equity and may withhold or not fill any post without assigning reason.

What You’ll Do

Senior Scientist/Researcher (PPS-09)

• Lead end-to-end research sprints from problem framing to prototype and experimental validation.
• Architect algorithms and systems in one or more areas: data science, signal & image processing, edge/embedded systems, wireless and secure networks, high-performance computing, cyber defense analytics, advanced materials & sensing.
• Supervise junior scientists and interns; review code, experiments, and documentation for reproducibility.
• Prepare technical proposals, project plans, risk registers, and stakeholder briefings.
• Publish results in reputable venues and steer IP filings/tech transfer.

Junior Scientist (PPS-08)

• Execute assigned research tasks: model development, simulation, hardware-in-the-loop testing, data curation, performance benchmarking, and report writing.
• Maintain lab notebooks, pipelines, and repositories; follow secure coding and documentation standards.
• Present weekly updates, contribute to internal seminars, and co-author papers/technical notes.

Who Should Apply

While the official qualifications are furnished on the NJP portal, strong contenders typically bring:

• Senior Scientist/Researcher (PPS-09)
  • Doctorate, or at minimum a master’s with significant publications/industry R&D in computer engineering, electrical/electronics, data science, applied mathematics, robotics/mechatronics, cybersecurity or closely allied fields.
  • 5–10+ years of research experience after the terminal degree, including grants or productized prototypes.
  • Proficiency with one or more stacks:
    • scientific Python, C/C++, MATLAB; CUDA/OpenCL; FPGA/Verilog/VHDL
    • Linux, containerization, CI/CD for research, Git workflows
    • sensor fusion, time-series modelling, optimization, distributed systems
  • Record of team leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Junior Scientist (PPS-08)
  • MS/ME (or exceptional BS/BE with research internships) in a relevant discipline from an HEC-recognized institution.
  • Solid grounding in probability & statistics, numerical methods, and at least one of: control systems, embedded development, computer vision, cryptography, microwave/RF, or micro-sensor design.
  • Demonstrated ability to turn theory into clean, testable code and repeatable experiments.

Tip: Align your résumé to the project’s tracks—show problem statements, datasets, benchmarks, and outcomes instead of generic responsibilities.

Required Documents

Prepare crisp, verifiable documents before you start the online form:

• CNIC, recent photo, domicile
• Degrees/transcripts (HEC-attested where applicable); equivalence for foreign credentials
• Experience letters with from–to dates on letterhead
• Publication list (with links/DOIs) and any patent/IP details
• Two professional references (name, designation, organization, official email)
• Government employees: NOC from parent department

How to Apply

Follow these steps carefully to submit a complete application that won’t be rejected at scrutiny:

Apply Online 🖥️

• Go to www.njp.gov.pk → search Ministry of Defence — Establishment of Emerging Technologies Lab.
• Open the relevant post and complete the prescribed form accurately.
• Upload scanned documents in the required file sizes/formats.

Application Window 📅

• Submit within 20 days of this advertisement’s publication. Early submission is strongly advised to avoid portal rush.

Shortlisting & Interview 🧪

• Only eligible and complete applications are shortlisted.
• Tests/interviews will assess research depth, problem-solving, code quality, and communication.
• Bring original documents to the interview. No TA/DA is admissible.

Contract & Posting 📄

• Initial appointment for one year, extendable annually based on performance and project needs, until the project concludes.
• Posting will be at the Emerging Technologies Lab, Islamabad.