Librarian

About This Job

The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), one of Pakistan's leading public sector universities, has opened an officer-level staff vacancy for Librarian at US-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Energy (Department of Energy Systems Engineering), with the post based at the main H-12 campus in Islamabad. The opening is listed on the NUST Recruitment Portal under job reference Job/SS-112/10/13/2026, posted on 13 October 2026, and it carries BPS-17. In summary, the role is described as follows: To provide the community (faculty/students) with easy access to information and recreational resources and to educate individuals on how to use the library systems/services to find the information they need. NUST is known for engineering, computing, business, health and social science programmes spread over a network of schools, colleges and campuses, and it recruits faculty and staff through its online portal all year. The university presents itself as a place that develops leaders and innovators, with a campus life that includes accommodation, wellness facilities, schools and day care. For applicants who want to work at a nationally ranked institution, this listing is a good opportunity, and it is open until the closing date given below.

According to the portal, the qualification required for this post is: Essential: Masters in Library & Information Science (MLIS) / Information Management from HEC recognized University. Desirable: M.Phil in Library & Information Science / Information Management from HEC recognized University. On experience, the listing states: Essential: 3-5 years relevant experience in reputed institution. Desirable: 6-8 years relevant experience in reputed institution. The age limit is 25 to 45 years. The terms attached to the post say that candidates may be found ineligible for reasons such as a third division or weak academic profile, NUST employees with less than the required length of service or without an NOC from their head of institution, still being in the process of completing the required degree, or being medically unfit. There is no gender or domicile restriction on the listing, so eligible men and women from any province can apply. The pay listed for the post is BPS-17 (PKR 100,000 per month).

Applications are accepted online only through the NUST Recruitment Portal. Candidates should open the job page for Librarian, click Apply, and sign in or register as a new user before completing their profile. Scanned copies of academic and professional documents must be attached, and the last degree must be attested or verified by HEC. Candidates serving in Govt departments or Armed forces may apply through their respective parent department/organization. The closing date is 27 October 2026. Late or incomplete applications will be ignored, only shortlisted candidates will be called for a test or interview, and no TA/DA is paid. NUST reserves the right to cancel, modify or end the recruitment at any time. Interested candidates should prepare their documents and apply well before the deadline.

Job Information

Commission / Board

NUST

Place of posting

USPCAS-E, NUST, H-12, Islamabad

City

Islamabad

Postal Code

44000

Domicile

All Punjab Basis

Age (Male)

25–45 years

Age (Female)

25–45 years

Salary / BPS

BPS-17 (PKR 100,000 per month)

Advt. No.

Job/SS-112/10/13/2026

Advt. date

13 October 2026

Last date

27 October 2026

Qualification Required

• Qualification: Essential: Masters in Library & Information Science (MLIS) / Information Management from HEC recognized University. Desirable: M.Phil in Library & Information Science / Information Management from HEC recognized University.
• Experience: Essential: 3-5 years relevant experience in reputed institution. Desirable: 6-8 years relevant experience in reputed institution.

Posts Breakdown

Test / Selection Process

Important Dates

1. Advertisement Published13 October 2026
2. Last Date to Apply27 October 2026

How to Apply

1. Open the official NUST job detail page at https://hr.nust.edu.pk/jobinfo/beac1025-4ec4-46e9-a1e0-705e452fabc3 and click Apply
2. Sign in, or register as a new user, on the NUST Recruitment Portal (hr.nust.edu.pk) and complete your online profile
3. Attach scanned copies of your academic/professional documents; the last education certificate/degree must be attested/verified by HEC
4. Candidates serving in Govt departments or Armed forces may apply through their respective parent department/organization
5. Submit the online application by 27 October 2026; late/incomplete applications will be ignored, and only short-listed candidates will be called for test/interview (no TA/DA admissible)

Additional Details

Job Type

Staff / Officer Position

Portal Job Id

beac1025-4ec4-46e9-a1e0-705e452fabc3

Required Skills

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Essential: Strong knowledge of classification systems (e.g., DDC) and cataloguing standards (AACR2, MARC21, RDA). Proficient in Integrated Library Management Software (e.g., Koha), metadata standards, and Institutional Repository software (e.g., DSpace). Familiar with digital libraries, e-resources, and subscription platforms e.g., HEC digital library. Understanding of copyright laws and open access resources. Excellent communication and coordination skills with faculty, students, and staff. Skilled in strategic planning for library development and resource management. Experienced in drafting reports, proposals, and policies. Effective team leadership, conflict resolution, and library services delivery. Desirable: Be proficient in preparing budgets, collection development, and procuring library resources. Be proficient in Koha (ILS), DSpace, Dublin Core metadata standards, and MARC standards, including DDC and AACR2. Manage digital library resources, e-resources, and research management tools (SPSS, Mendeley, etc.), including relevant subscription platforms. Understanding of copyright, open access, and scholarly communication. Ability to plan library development, manage resources, and resolve operational issues effectively.

Official Institute

US-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Energy

Official Department

Department of Energy Systems Engineering

Official Job Number

SS-112

Key Responsibilities

To provide the community (faculty/students) with easy access to information and recreational resources and to educate individuals on how to use the library systems/services to find the information they need. a. Supervise day-to-day library operations and ensure effective delivery and continuous improvement of library services. b. Supervise and guide library staff and provide orientation to new students and faculty. c. Maintain the library budget with the library committee and oversee the responsibilities for these collections. d. Prepare reports, proposals, and policies, and perform other duties assigned by higher management. e. Evaluate library staff performance by using the library-wide standards of the approved performance appraisal system of the HRD. f. Strong communication, coordination, leadership, and team management skills. g. Complete all other assignments given by the higher management.

Official Salary Text

100000

Terms And Conditions

Candidates are required to attach scanned copies of their documents (Academics / Professional). Last education certificate/degree must be attested/verified by HEC. Candidates may be considered ineligible for the post due to any of the following reasons: - 3rd Div in academic career / weak academic profile. - NUST employees with less than one year of service with NUST and / or absence of NOC from Head of Institution. - In process of pursuing a required degree. - Medically unfit. - Only selected candidates will be contacted and issued offer letter. - Candidates serving in Govt departments, Armed forces may apply through their respective parent department / organizations. Late / incomplete applications will be ignored. Only short-listed candidates will be considered / called for test / interview and no TA / DA will be admissible. NUST reserves the right to cancel, modify / terminate the recruitment program due to any reason, without notice, at any time

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