Punjab Agriculture Food Drug Authority Jobs 2025 – Apply Online for PAFDA Latest Career Opportunities

If you are an experienced PhD professional in Agriculture, Pharma, or Food sciences and are looking for a prestigious government career in Punjab, this is the perfect opportunity for you. The Punjab Agriculture Food and Drug Authority (PAFDA) has announced its latest vacancies for 2025, offering high-paying positions for seasoned professionals with leadership and lab expertise.

The organization operates under the Home Department, Government of Punjab, and is responsible for ensuring quality testing and forensic evaluation of fertilizers, food, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural products across the province. These PAFDA jobs 2025 are offered on a contract basis (initially three years) with excellent salary packages and the potential for extension based on performance.

Let’s explore the complete details of these latest government jobs in Punjab below:

Job Details Table

Category	Details
Job Title	Member Agriculture, Member Pharma, Member Food
Industry	Government
Organization	Punjab Agriculture Food and Drug Authority (PAFDA)
Location	Lahore, Punjab
Education Requirements	PhD in relevant field
Experience Required	PhD in a relevant field
Salary Range	PKR 500,000 – 725,000/month (Negotiable)
Last Date to Apply	May 05, 2025
Employment Type	Contract (3 years, extendable)
Total Vacancies	03
Age Limit	40 – 50 Years
Newspaper	Nawaiwaqt
Address	PAFDA, Multan Road, Lahore
Zip Code	53700

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria, depending on the position:

Member Agriculture

• PhD in Genetics, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Horticulture, Soil Science, Analytical Chemistry, or Plant Physiology.
• 12 years of post-PhD experience in research, teaching, or lab management (public/private).
• Minimum 5 years of leadership/managerial experience.
• At least 15 publications in reputable international journals.
• Knowledge of Good Lab Practices (GLP) and ISO 17025 is mandatory.

Member Pharma

• PhD in Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, or Analytical Chemistry.
• 12 years of relevant experience post-PhD.
• At least 5 years of managerial/lab leadership experience.
• Minimum 15 publications in international scientific journals.
• Expertise in GLP and ISO 17025 practices required.

Member Food

• PhD in Human/Animal Nutrition, Food Safety & Controls, Food Quality Management, Food Science & Technology, Microbiology, Dairy/Meat Technology, or Analytical Chemistry.
• 12 years of post-doctorate work in research, teaching, or labs.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in leadership positions.
• At least 15 international journal publications.
• Must be trained in GLP/ISO 17025 standards.

How to Apply for PAFDA Jobs 2025?

Follow these steps to apply for the latest PAFDA vacancies:

1. Apply online through the official application portal: https://shorturl.at/RVHCa
2. Attach your updated CV, CNIC, educational degrees, experience certificates, and salary slips.
3. Government employees must submit their application through proper channels with a valid NOC.
4. Only online applications will be accepted.
5. The last date to apply is May 05, 2025.
6. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email about interviews.
7. No TA/DA will be provided for the interview.

Why Join PAFDA?

• Work with a prestigious government authority focused on improving health and agriculture standards in Punjab.
• Competitive negotiable salary and benefits.
• Leadership role in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects in agriculture, food safety, and pharmaceuticals.
• Enhance your portfolio with research-based and managerial experience at a strategic level.

About PAFDA

The Punjab Agriculture Food and Drug Authority (PAFDA) is an autonomous government body working under the Home Department, Punjab. It is responsible for forensic examination, quality control, and ensuring the safety of agricultural inputs, food products, and pharmaceuticals across Punjab. PAFDA upholds international standards such as GLP and ISO 17025 to maintain transparency and trust.

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FAQs

Q1: Can overseas Pakistanis apply for PAFDA jobs?
Yes, if they meet the eligibility criteria and are legally permitted to work in Pakistan.

Q2: Are these jobs permanent?
No, these are contract-based positions for 3 years, extendable upon performance.

Q3: Is experience in the private sector acceptable?
Yes, provided it’s relevant to the role and meets the experience requirements.

Q4: How many positions are available in total?
There are 3 positions: one each for Agriculture, Pharma, and Food.

Q5: What is the application deadline?
The last date to apply online is May 05, 2025.

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