Program Manager (PPS-9) - National Center for Nanoscience & Nanotechnology (NCNN)

Lahore University of Management Sciences; Lahore; On-site; PKR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Lahore Universityof Management Sciences is seeking a Program Manager to oversee day-to-day management and coordination of the National Center for Nanoscience & Nanotechnology (NCNN) and ensure successful implementation of the PC-I project.

The role involves coordinating partner activities, monitoring milestones, budgeting, and compliance with government and university regulations while supporting the Center's strategic objectives. August 10, 2026 is noted as a key date.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in science or engineering disciplines with at least 2 years’ relevant project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering with at least 3 years’ relevant project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities among partner universities and national laboratories.
• Monitor project milestones, KPIs, deliverables, and implementation timelines.
• Prepare progress reports, presentations, and documentation for HEC, Planning Commission, and the Governing Board.
• Manage project budgets, procurement, contracts, and financial reporting in compliance with government and university regulations.
• Coordinate meetings of the Steering Committee, Technical Advisory Committee, and partner institutions, including preparation of agendas and minutes.
• Facilitate research collaborations, industry engagement, technology commercialization, and international partnerships.
• Supervise administrative and support staff of the Secretariat.
• Maintain project records, databases, website, and dissemination activities.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Project Director.

Education

Master’s degree in science or engineering disciplines with a minimum 02 years’ relevant experience in managing Science & Technology-related projects

Bachelor’s degree in science & engineering disciplines with a minimum 03 years’ relevant experience

Job description

The Program Manager will oversee the day-to-day management and coordination of the National Center for Nanoscience & Nanotechnology (NCNN), ensuring the successful implementation of the PC-I, effective collaboration among partner institutions, achievement of project milestones, and compliance with administrative, financial, and regulatory requirements while supporting the Center's long-term strategic objectives. Manage the overall operations of the NCNN Secretariat.

Main Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities among partner universities and national laboratories.
• Monitor project milestones, KPIs, deliverables, and implementation timelines.
• Prepare progress reports, presentations, and documentation for HEC, Planning Commission, and the Governing Board.
• Manage project budgets, procurement, contracts, and financial reporting in compliance with government and university regulations.
• Coordinate meetings of the Steering Committee, Technical Advisory Committee, and partner institutions, including preparation of agendas and minutes.
• Facilitate research collaborations, industry engagement, technology commercialization, and international partnerships.
• Supervise administrative and support staff of the Secretariat.
• Maintain project records, databases, website, and dissemination activities.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Project Director.

Note: This is a Contracutal/PSDP Project-based position.

Qualification

Minimum qualification required for this position:

Master’s degree in science or engineering disciplines with a minimum 02 years’ relevant experience in managing Science & Technology-related projects or bachelor’s degree in science & engineering disciplines with a minimum 03 years’ relevant experience.

August 10, 2026