ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ORIC (PAY SCALE E-IV)
Active Prep Pay Scale E-IV VU-09/2026 Virtual University Vacancy Announcement 2026 [PID(I)2208/26]Virtual University of Pakistan invites applications for ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ORIC (Pay Scale E-IV).
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist Deputy Director ORIC in day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the research office.
• Maintain databases of university research grants, published papers, conference proceedings, and faculty patents.
• Coordinate student and faculty startup incubation, business plan competitions, and industry linkage seminars.
• Prepare documentation for HEC annual ORIC scorecards, research reports, and newsletter publications.
💼 Job Specifications & Posting Details
Case Number
VU-09/2026
Pay Scale / BPS
Pay Scale E-IV
Department / Ministry
Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC), Virtual University of Pakistan
Total Positions
1
Job Type / Status
Contract (3 Years Extendable)
Place of Posting
Head Office, Islamabad
Age Limit
Max 55 years
Gender Eligibility
Male / Female
Posting Date
September 13, 2026
Apply Before
September 28, 2026
📍 Domicile & Regional Quota Allocation
Open Merit (All Pakistan)
🎓 Minimum Qualifications & Experience
Educational Qualification
Minimum 16 to 18 Years of Education (BS Hons / Master's / MS) from an HEC-recognized university (in 1st division or 3.0 CGPA).
Prescribed Experience & Eligibility Criteria
3 Years post-qualification operational experience within a university administration or corporate linkage office, research coordination, or project monitoring.
📖 Official FPSC Screening Test Syllabus & Topics
Official SchemePart-I: English Language & Official Writing (20%)
Part-II: Public Administration, Higher Education Policies & University Operations (40%)
Part-III: Statistical Analysis, Data Interpretation & Research Methods (20%)
Part-IV: Computer Aptitude & Database Management (20%)
🏢 About Department / Ministry
Virtual University of Pakistan is a Federal Chartered Public University established by the Government of Pakistan to provide world-class modern education using advanced information and communications technology.
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| Syllabus Subject / Area | Official Weightage | Total Question Pool | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language Comprehension | 20% | 2736 MCQs | Practice All (2736) → |
| HEC ORIC & Intellectual Property | 50% | 450 MCQs | Practice All (450) → |
| Public Administration | 30% | 700 MCQs | Practice All (700) → |
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