UET Taxila Research Assistant Jobs 2026 are open for qualified candidates domiciled in Punjab under three funded research projects at the University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila. A total of four Research Assistant positions have been announced for candidates from environmental sciences, computer science, civil engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering and chemical engineering backgrounds.
These are project-based appointments with fixed project durations. Depending on the research project, the monthly salary is either Rs. 45,000 or Rs. 100,000. Candidates should carefully match their academic background and technical skills with the relevant project before submitting an application.
Applications are being handled directly by the University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila. Applicants must submit the prescribed application form along with the required supporting documents to the university within the announced deadline.
Job Details
- Position: Research Assistant
- Organization: University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila
- Total Vacancies: 4
- Job Type: Project-Based
- Location: Taxila, Punjab, Pakistan
- Domicile: Punjab
- Monthly Salary: Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 100,000 depending on the project
- Project Duration: 12 to 18 months depending on the position
- Last Date: September 14, 2026
- Closing Time: 3:30 PM
- Selection: Shortlisting followed by test/interview where applicable
The university’s official website lists UET Taxila with postal code 47050.
Research Assistant Vacancies
Asia-Pacific Network Climate Resilience Project
The first opportunity is under the Asia-Pacific Network research project titled “Urban Ecosystem Based Adaptations for Climate Resilience: A Comparative Study of Policy Practice and Capacity Building in Sri Lanka, India and Pakistan.”
The research initiative is associated with project CRRP2025-05MY-Sewwandi, which focuses on urban ecosystem-based climate resilience and comparative research involving Pakistan, India and Sri Lanka.
Number of Posts: 2
Monthly Salary: Rs. 45,000
Duration: 18 months
Age Limit: Up to 30 years
Qualification and Skills
Candidates should hold a BS or MS degree in Environmental Engineering, Computer Science or a related field from an HEC-recognized institution. Where applicable, the qualification should be from a PEC-accredited university/program.
Applicants should preferably have relevant knowledge or practical skills in:
- Environmental impact assessment
- Climate resilience strategies
- Environmental research
- Policy analysis
- Comparative research methodologies
- Technical and research report writing
- Data analysis and visualization
- Python, R or similar analytical tools
- Geographic Information Systems
- Remote sensing
- Environmental monitoring
This position may particularly suit graduates and researchers interested in climate adaptation, environmental data, policy research and technology-assisted environmental monitoring.
The completed soft-copy application for this project should also be sent to:
sadia.nasreen@uettaxila.edu.pk
Research Assistant for HEC NRPU Project 114328-35
The second Research Assistant position is available under the HEC-funded NRPU project titled:
“Development of Non-Fired-Cured Geopolymer Building Blocks G-Blocks from Punjab Agro-Waste: A Pathway to Smog-Free Future and Sustainable Construction.”
This project focuses on sustainable construction materials and the productive use of agricultural waste for developing geopolymer building blocks.
Number of Posts: 1
Monthly Salary: Rs. 100,000
Duration: 15 months
Age Limit: 21 to 45 years
Qualification
Candidates must hold an MS, MPhil or PhD degree in Civil Engineering from an HEC-recognized and PEC-accredited university.
Preference will be given to candidates with specialization or relevant academic/research expertise in Structural Engineering.
The position is suitable for candidates interested in sustainable construction, structural engineering, construction materials and research relating to alternative building technologies.
The completed soft-copy application for this project should also be sent to:
syed.saqib@uettaxila.edu.pk
Research Assistant for HEC NRPU Project 186257-34
Another Research Assistant position has been announced under the HEC-funded NRPU project titled:
“Advancing Pakistan's Circular Bioeconomy through Biogas Upgrading and Carbon Utilization for Renewable Energy and Bioplastic Production.”
The research focuses on circular bioeconomy technologies, renewable energy, carbon utilization, biogas upgrading and sustainable bioplastic production.
Number of Posts: 1
Monthly Salary: Rs. 100,000
Duration: 12 months
Age Limit: 21 to 45 years
Qualification
Candidates must hold a BS or MS degree at the time of joining from an HEC-recognized and, where applicable, PEC-accredited university in any of the following fields:
- Industrial Engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
Applicants with research interests in renewable energy, sustainable manufacturing, biogas, carbon utilization, industrial processes or circular economy technologies may find this position particularly relevant.
The completed soft-copy application for this project should also be sent to:
zaheer.ahmed@uettaxila.edu.pk
Nature of Appointment
All Research Assistant vacancies announced in this advertisement are purely project-based positions. Appointment against a funded research project does not create a right to permanent or regular employment at the University.
The duration also differs by project, so applicants should review the applicable project period before applying.
Documents Required
Candidates should prepare the prescribed application form together with relevant supporting documents, including:
- Educational degrees and certificates
- Academic transcripts or DMCs
- Relevant experience certificates
- CNIC copy
- One recent photograph
- Valid PEC registration where applicable to the engineering qualification
- Other documentary evidence supporting the qualifications and experience claimed in the application
Only qualifications and experience supported by valid documentary evidence submitted within the deadline will be considered.
How to Apply for UET Taxila Research Assistant Jobs 2026
Candidates should obtain the prescribed application form from the University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila website.
Official Application Form:
https://web.uettaxila.edu.pk/OR/projectVacant.asp
Complete the prescribed hard-copy application form and attach the required educational, professional and identification documents.
The complete application should reach:
R&I Cell
University of Engineering and Technology
Taxila, Punjab, Pakistan
Applicants must ensure that the hard-copy application reaches the University on or before September 14, 2026, Monday, by 3:30 PM.
Candidates should also email the duly completed application in soft form to the relevant project email address stated for the position they are applying for.
Applicants interested in more than one project position should submit separate applications for each position.
Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date may not be considered.
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed against the qualification, field of study, technical skills and other requirements of the relevant funded project.
Only shortlisted candidates who meet the required criteria will be contacted for the next stage of recruitment, which may include a test and/or interview.
The University may increase or decrease the number of positions according to project requirements. Age relaxation may be considered according to applicable Government and University rules on a case-to-case basis.
Deadline
The last date to submit an application for the Research Assistant positions at the University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila is:
September 14, 2026, Monday – up to 3:30 PM
Candidates should complete both the required hard-copy submission and project-specific soft-copy submission before the deadline.
