About the role
Punjab Wildlife and Parks Department, Government of the Punjab, invites applications for project posts under the development project “Eco-tourism at Changa Manga and Wetlands, Uchhali & Chashma”. These positions are based at Changa Manga Research Center and will be filled on a contract basis, extendable subject to satisfactory performance. Appointees may be required to travel to project sites.
Posts and vacancies
There is one vacancy for each of the following posts:
| Post | Pay scale | Vacancies | Maximum age |
|---|
| Senior Scientific Officer | PPS-09 | 1 | 45 years |
| Biodiversity Specialist | PPS-08 | 1 | 40 years |
| Geneticist | PPS-08 | 1 | 40 years |
| Microbial Data Analyst | PPS-08 | 1 | 40 years |
| Plant Biologist | PPS-08 | 1 | 40 years |
| Plant Genomics Specialist | PPS-08 | 1 | 40 years |
| Research Collaboration Coordinator | PPS-08 | 1 | 40 years |
| IT Support Specialist | PPS-07 | 1 | 40 years |
| Geospatial Analyst | PPS-07 | 1 | 40 years |
| Lab Technician | PPS-06 | 2 | 35 years |
Eligibility
Candidates must hold a valid Punjab domicile. The post-specific requirements are:
- Senior Scientific Officer: MS/M.Phil in Zoology, Wildlife, Veterinary Sciences or a related field; at least seven years of relevant experience; and at least three research publications in the field of wildlife.
- Biodiversity Specialist: At least 16 years of education, comprising an M.Sc. or BS Honours in Zoology, Wildlife or a related field. At least five years of experience in biodiversity assessment and conservation, with experience and a strong understanding of managing databases and field surveys. Publications in international peer-reviewed journals will be preferred.
- Geneticist: At least 16 years of education, comprising an M.Sc. or BS Honours in Zoology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, DVM or a related field. At least five years of experience in animal genetic research and conservation genetics. Publications in international peer-reviewed journals will be preferred.
- Microbial Data Analyst: At least 16 years of education, comprising an M.Sc. or BS Honours in Zoology, DVM, Microbiology, Parasitology or a related field. At least five years of experience in data analysis and laboratory techniques focused on biological data, specifically parasitology and microbiology. Publications in international peer-reviewed journals will be preferred.
- Plant Biologist: At least 16 years of education in Botany or a related field and at least five years of experience in botanical research. Candidates must be well versed in plant taxonomy. Publications in international peer-reviewed journals will be preferred.
- Plant Genomics Specialist: At least 16 years of education in Botany, Biotechnology or a related field and at least five years of experience in plant genetics or molecular techniques. Publications in international peer-reviewed journals will be preferred.
- Research Collaboration Coordinator: At least 16 years of education in Zoology, Wildlife, Environmental Science or a related field and at least five years of experience in research coordination, research grant writing or academic collaboration. Publications in international peer-reviewed journals will be preferred.
- IT Support Specialist: At least 16 years of education in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field, with at least three years of experience in IT support and systems administration. Experience in network management is required.
- Geospatial Analyst: At least 16 years of education in Geography, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, Geospatial Science or a related field. At least three years of experience in GIS, remote sensing and spatial data analysis, with a basic understanding of biodiversity.
- Lab Technician: At least 16 years of education in Wildlife, Zoology, Botany, Environmental Science or a related field and at least two years of relevant experience. Experience in technically handling scientific instruments will be preferred.
Recruitment and appointments will follow the relevant rules and policy governing project gestation periods.
How to apply
Submit an application on plain paper by registered post or courier to:
Project Director, Project Management Unit
Punjab Wildlife and Parks Department
Central Tower 03, 35-B Hali Road, Gulberg 2, Lahore
Attach attested copies of academic records, including degrees, certificates and transcripts, along with experience certificates, a computerized identity card and two recent photographs.
Applications must reach the office by the closing date. Hand-delivered applications will not be entertained. Applicants seeking more than one post must submit a separate application for each post; otherwise, their applications will be liable to rejection.
Applicants employed in government or semi-government departments must apply through the proper channel and provide the requisite no-objection certificate from the competent authority. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will be rejected.
After detailed scrutiny, only shortlisted candidates will be invited for a test or interview through a separate letter, SMS or call. Candidates must bring their original national identity card, educational certificates and transcripts, and experience certificates to the interview. No travel or daily allowance will be paid for the test or interview.
The department is not responsible for call letters delayed or not received because of courier agency or postal office lapses, or telephone messages. It reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts or leave vacancies unfilled without assigning a reason. Interviews may be cancelled at any time; if a local or gazetted holiday occurs, the interview date will be communicated accordingly.
Contact: 0317-2008228
Important dates
Application deadline: 22 November 2026.
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