• Masters' degree in the field of Biological Science/ Bio-Engineering or related field of research;
• candidates with a MBBS, BDS or DVM with lab based research experience can also be considered;
• minimal three years’ experience in a research laboratory, post qualification;
• candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply;
• Cell Biology Research (e.g. Tissue Culture, Organoids generation, Patient Derived Xenografts (PDX) model. Transfection)
• Cytogenetics (e.g. Karyotyping, Fluorescent In Situ Hybridization (FISH), comparative genomic hybridization (CGH), G-banding)
• Imaging Techniques such as Fluorescent microscopy, Confocal microscopy
• Molecular Biology Research (e.g. Cloning, real-time PCR, CRISPR-Cas9, NGS library preparation)
• Bio-printing (e.g. Development of scaffolds, 3D organ modeling)
• Stem Cell Biology Research
• strong organizational skills with ability to handle multiple tasks assigned by the faculty;
• competent in computer usage with command over Microsoft office, statistical and imaging software;
• sound communication skills: fluent in English speaking and writing;
• strong interpersonal skills.

The Aga Khan University is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment which is free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at AKU are based on business needs, job requirements and individual’s qualifications and experience, without regard to race, colour, caste or creed, national, social or ethnic origin, gender (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification). AKU does not discriminate among the job candidates on account of any of these characteristics.