Details of Job Advertisement by COMSATS University Islamabad 27-Sep-2026

This job was posted on 27-Sep-2026 and has a last application date of 10-Oct-2026.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI)

Position: Adviser to the Rector

(Arts, Culture, Heritage & Creative Industries)

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About the University

COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) is a leading public-sector university with a strong commitment to academic excellence, research, innovation, and societal engagement. The University invites applications from distinguished professionals for the position of Adviser to the Rector – Arts, Culture, Heritage & Creative Industries.

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Position Overview

The Adviser will work closely with the Rector in developing and implementing initiatives that strengthen the University's contribution to arts, culture, heritage conservation, creative industries, community engagement, and interdisciplinary education.

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Key Responsibilities

The Adviser will:

1. Advise the Rector on the development of a university-wide strategy for arts, culture, heritage, and creative expression.

2. Develop initiatives linking the University's academic, research, and creative capabilities with Pakistan's cultural heritage and contemporary creative industries.

3. Advise on strengthening and expanding programmes in Art & Design, Architecture, Cultural Studies, Heritage Conservation, and related interdisciplinary areas.

4. Facilitate collaborations with museums, galleries, cultural institutions, heritage authorities, universities, and international organisations.

5. Develop opportunities for exhibitions, artist residencies, lectures, workshops, cultural events, and public engagement programmes at CUI.

6. Promote research and documentation relating to Pakistan's tangible and intangible cultural heritage, traditional crafts, visual culture, indigenous knowledge, and ecological heritage.

7. Identify opportunities for international collaborations and representation of CUI in global arts, culture, and heritage networks.

8. Advise on the integration of creativity, design thinking, and cultural perspectives into the University's broader educational and innovation agenda.

9. Support initiatives connecting traditional crafts and cultural heritage with entrepreneurship, design, technology, and creative industries.

10. Undertake special assignments and strategic projects entrusted by the Rector.

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Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should preferably possess:

• A PhD, MPhil, Master's degree, or equivalent professional qualification in Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Art & Design, Architecture, Heritage Conservation, Cultural Studies, Humanities, or a closely related field.

• A distinguished record of academic, professional, artistic, research, or cultural achievement.

• Demonstrated experience in university teaching, academic leadership, research, cultural institutions, heritage projects, or creative industries.

• Evidence of publications, exhibitions, research projects, cultural initiatives, or professional contributions of national and/or international significance.

• Experience in developing institutional collaborations and working with national or international cultural organizations will be an advantage.

• Strong communication, networking, analytical, and project-development skills.

• Excellent command of English and Urdu.

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Preferred Profile

Preference may be given to candidates who demonstrate a combination of:

 

Area	Description
Academic Leadership	Proven experience in academic administration and institutional development
Artistic/Creative Practice	Active engagement in artistic or creative fields
Heritage & Cultural Research	Research background in cultural heritage and related disciplines
International Exposure	Experience working with global cultural organizations
Institutional Development	Track record of building and strengthening institutions
Community Engagement	Experience in public outreach and community programmes

The successful candidate should be capable of working at the strategic level with the Rector while also translating ideas into practical, visible, and sustainable University initiatives.

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Nature of Appointment

• The position will be offered on a contract/consultancy basis.

• Terms and remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and professional standing.

• The Adviser will report directly to the Rector, COMSATS University Islamabad.

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How to Apply

Application Subject Line:
Applications should clearly mention "Application for Adviser to the Rector – Arts, Culture, Heritage & Creative Industries" in the subject line.

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• A brief Statement of Purpose

• Details of relevant professional, academic, research, and creative work

Submit Applications to:

General Manager (Human Resource Section)
COMSATS University Islamabad
Principal Seat, Park Road, Tarlai Kalan
Islamabad, 45550
Telephone: 051-90495258
Website: www.comsats.edu.pk

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Important Notes

• The University reserves the right to accept or reject any application without assigning any reason.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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PID (1) 2874/26

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