I want to let you know that last weekend, I was invited to a wedding of my friend who is a medical student, and during the reception, I ended up sitting at a table and having a talk with a group of doctors, the whole group of doctors were young specialists, and they had recently finished their FCPS and some of them MD degrees. As they were young doctors so our conversation naturally drifted to career opportunities, and I was so surprised at that moment when I came to know how many of them were still struggling to find good teaching opportunities in reputable institutions.
You know what? In a group of young doctors, there was Dr. Sarah and who specialises in Anaesthesia, and she was talking about something that really stuck in my mind. She was explaining that she spent years in her education to become a specialist, but she could not find reasonable job positions as she wanted to teach, to shape the upcoming generations of doctors. She also said, the problem she is facing is that good academic positions are so rare, and when the positions are announced once in a blue moon, she often finds out too late.
The conversation that I had with Dr Sarah has been on my mind all week. And today morning when I woke up, I went through the PPSC website, which is something I do almost daily because I know the value of timely information. I came to know something that immedately made me think of Dr. Sarah and all those doctors at the wedding.
The Punjab Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education, which is one of the prestigious departments, has recently announced 39 Assistant Professor positions across 4 different medical specialties through PPSC. And you know what the best part is? That is the deadline, which is December 8, 2025. It's not less than a week, in fact, we have more than two weeks this time, and I am sure that is actually a decent time for all of you to gather all your educational documents and get yourself ready for the application.
If you’ve ever explored other government teaching opportunities, like the ESE Teacher Jobs by the Punjab Labour Department, you know how fast these positions can fill up.
As these details are so important to let know to the candidates who has been waiting for it so I have already sent all the details tp Dr. Sarah personally and now this is the time that I am writing this post for all the medical specialists out there who are looking for this particular chance to combine clinical practice with teaching to work in a reputable teaching hospital, and to join the medical teaching department to contribute to medical education in Punjab.
I am breaking down the details, including everything that you need to know about these announced job titles, because I want to make sure you all get to know the details as soon as possible, as opportunities like these Assistant Professor positions don't announce every day.
What Positions Are Being Offered?
The Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department of Punjab is hiring Assistant Professors in 4 different medical specialties. These are proper academic positions at the BS-18 scale, combining teaching responsibilities with clinical practice at Punjab's teaching hospitals and medical universities.
| Specialty | Total Posts | Women | Special Persons | Minorities | Case No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor Forensic Medicine & Toxicology | 17 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 111E2025 |
| Assistant Professor of Anaesthesia | 17 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 112E2025 |
| Assistant Professor of Pulmonology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 114E2025 |
| Assistant Professor of Radiotherapy | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 113E2025 |
| TOTAL | 39 | 6 | 2 | 2 | — |
- Department: Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department, Punjab
- Advertisement Number: 44/2025
- Pay Scale: BS-18 (for all positions)
- Application Fee: Rs. 600 per position
- Deadline: December 8, 2025
- How to Apply: Online via the PPSC portal or click here!
Quick Overview - Common Requirements for All Positions
Age Limit:
- Male candidates: It is clearly stated in the official advertisement for the male candidates that their age should be 25 to 45 years, + there is a 5-year relaxation = Maximum 50 years
- Female candidates: For the female applicants, their age must be between 25 to 45 years + an age relaxation is a bit flexible than for male candidates, as there is an 8-year relaxation = Maximum 53 years
- Transgender: Age and gender as per CNIC
Place of Posting:
There is no mention of a single university or college where selected candidates can be appointed, as per the official advertisement. There are Various Medical Universities, Colleges, and Hospitals across Punjab where they can be posted.
This could include:
- King Edward Medical University, Lahore
- Allama Iqbal Medical College, Lahore
- Nishtar Medical University, Multan
- Rawalpindi Medical University
- Faisalabad Medical University
- And other teaching institutions across Punjab
Who Can Apply:
- Male, Female, and Transgender doctors
Basic Requirements (All Positions):
- MBBS or equivalent recognized by PMC/PMDC
- Valid PMC/PMDC registration
- Postgraduate qualification in the relevant specialty
Important Note About PMC Registration:
The most important point here is that you should pay close attention; the registration must be valid up to December 8, 2025. Your Pakistan Medical Commission registration MUST be valid up to the closing date. If it has expired, you need proof that you applied for renewal on or before December 8, 2025. You should not ignore this point as it's non-negotiable.
In-Depth Look at Qualifications by Specialty
The key to a successful application lies in matching your postgraduate degree and experience exactly to the criteria below:
| Specialty | Option 1 (Major Qualification) | Option 2 (Alternative Route) |
Assistant Professor of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology | MBBS + D.Sc./Ph.D./M.Phil in Forensic Medicine & Toxicology. | MBBS + Minor Diploma + 3 years teaching as Demonstrator. |
Assistant Professor of Anaesthesia | MBBS + FCPS/MS/FRCS/MRCP/MD/American Board. | MBBS + PG in Surgery/Medicine + 3 years experience in Anaesthesia. |
Assistant Professor of Radiotherapy | MBBS + FCPS/MS/FRCS/MRCP/MD/American Board. | MBBS + PG in Surgery/Medicine + 3 years experience in Radiotherapy. |
Assistant Professor of Pulmonology | MBBS + FCPS/MS/FRCS/MRCP/MD/American Board. | MBBS + PG in Surgery/Medicine + 3 years experience in Pulmonology. |
My Final Takeaway and Call to Action
I would highly recommend to all the doctors who have been working for years in research, care of patients, and training, to not miss this opportunity. You know that being an assistant professor at such a unique and precious medical university across Punjab, where you will conduct meaningful research and mentor the next generation, and still you will be on the front lines of clinical care.
As I mentioned at the beginning of this post about Dr Sarah, I immediately shared the details with her, and she has already started preparing her documents while you are reading this post, so I know how important timely information is and how it can make a change in your life. Please share this post with any doctor you know who is searching for their next big career move.
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I sincerely hope this opportunity lands in the hands of the most deserving specialists. Best of luck with your applications, and I hope to see an announcement soon about 39 new, bright minds joining Punjab's medical faculty!
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