Career Opportunities at Punjab Agriculture Food and Drug Authority PAFDA Jobs 2025

Punjab Agriculture Food and Drug Authority (PAFDA) has announced multiple career opportunities for highly qualified and competent professionals. PAFDA, working under the Government of Punjab, Home Department, has been established to ensure forensic examination and testing of fertilizers, pesticides, food, and drugs. The authority is dedicated to maintaining international standards of quality, safety, and integrity in its operations.

This recruitment drive invites applications from dynamic individuals for an initial contract period of three years, offering attractive salary packages and growth opportunities.

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Announced Positions and Eligibility Criteria:

Chief Operating Officer (COO):

• Salary: Rs. 1,000,000/month
• Age Limit: 30–50 years
• Eligibility: Master’s degree in relevant fields with at least 12 years of managerial experience in Human Resource Management, Public Finance, Accounts, or Audit. Experience in developing laboratory infrastructure and regulatory frameworks is essential.

Senior Technical Manager (Drug Testing Lab):

• Salary: Rs. 725,000/month
• Age Limit: 35–50 years
• Eligibility: PhD or MS/MPhil/MSC in Pharmacy/Pharmacology with 7–10 years of experience in forensic testing of drugs. Candidates must have expertise in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories.

Senior Technical Manager (Agriculture Testing Lab):

• Salary: Rs. 725,000/month
• Age Limit: 35–50 years
• Eligibility: PhD or MS/MPhil/MSC in Agriculture, Chemistry, Entomology, or related fields. Candidates should have 7–10 years of experience in testing fertilizers, pesticides, and soil sciences in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories.

Senior Technical Manager (Food Testing Lab):

• Salary: Rs. 725,000/month
• Age Limit: 35–50 years
• Eligibility: PhD or MS/MPhil in Food Safety, Human Nutrition, Animal Nutrition, or related disciplines. Candidates must have at least 7–10 years of forensic testing experience in food laboratories accredited under ISO/IEC 17025.

Quality Assurance Manager (Drug Testing Lab):

• Salary: Rs. 725,000/month
• Age Limit: 35–50 years
• Eligibility: PhD or MS/MPhil in Pharmacology, Pharmacy, or related fields with minimum 7–10 years of post-qualification experience in quality assurance and laboratory management.

Quality Assurance Manager (Agriculture Testing Lab):

• Salary: Rs. 725,000/month
• Age Limit: 35–50 years
• Eligibility: PhD or MS/MPhil in Genetics, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Soil Science, or related disciplines. Candidates must have relevant forensic laboratory testing and management experience.

Quality Assurance Manager (Food Testing Lab)

• Salary: Rs. 725,000/month
• Age Limit: 35–55 years
• Eligibility: PhD or MS/MPhil in Food Technology, Human Nutrition, Dairy Technology, or related fields with at least 7–10 years of post-qualification experience in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories.

How to Apply:

1. Candidates must apply online through the Government of Punjab Job Portal www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk and also submit a hard copy of their applications.
2. Applications should be addressed to the Director General, Punjab Agriculture Food and Drug Authority, Multan Road, Lahore, and must reach by 15th September 2025.
3. A non-refundable application processing fee of Rs. 5,000 must be submitted via demand draft or pay order.
4. Applicants must attach educational documents, CNIC, CV, photographs, and experience certificates along with the application.
5. Only Pakistani nationals are eligible to apply.
6. Applicants working in government organizations must apply through proper channels.
7. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview/presentation.
8. No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in interviews.
9. Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained.

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