Academic Vacancies – Faculty of Engineering

The Faculty of Engineering, University of Sri Jayewardenepura invites applications from prospective candidates for vacancies as indicated below.

Department of Computer Engineering

Available Positions:
Senior Lecturer Grade I/ Senior Lecturer Grade II/ Lecturer (Probationary)

The Department is in search of academics, preferably with a first Degree in Engineering from a recognized University in Computer Engineering. Those with first degrees (four year duration) in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Physical Science may also apply to be considered for appointment provided they have acceptable Postgraduate Qualifications for recruitment as Senior Lecturer Grade I/ Senior Lecturer Grade II.

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Available Positions:       
Senior Lecturer Grade I/ Senior Lecturer Grade II/ Lecturer (Probationary)

The Department of Mechanical Engineering is in search of candidates with first Degree in Engineering from a recognized University in the fields of Mechanical Engineering with relevant Postgraduate Qualifications. Preferred areas of specialization are Design & Manufacturing Engineering and Mechatronics Engineering.

Salary Scales:

(A)          Senior Lecturer Grade I

Rs.62,293 – 7 X1,438 –  72,359 p.m. U-AC 3 (I)

(B)          Senior Lecturer Grade II              

Rs.54,363 – 11X1,082 – 66,265 p.m. U-AC 3 (II)

(C)          Lecturer (Probationary)

Rs. 37,959 – 10×883 –  46,789 p.m. U-AC 3 (IV)

The other allowances determined by the University Grants Commission will be paid in addition to the above salary. Accordingly,

(A)          Senior Lecturer Grade I

Approximate Gross Salary Rs.136,000/-
(Further Research Allowances of 35% of basic salary is entitled for ongoing research works)

(B)          Senior Lecturer Grade II              

Approximate Gross Salary Rs.121,000/-
(Further Research Allowances of 35% of basic salary is entitled for ongoing research works)

(C)          Lecturer (Probationary)

Approximate Gross Salary Rs.80,000/-
(Further Research Allowances of 35% of basic salary is entitled for ongoing research works)

Benefits: (Senior Lecturer Grade I/ Senior Lecturer Grade II/ Lecturer (Probationary))

  • Selected candidates will contribute 10% from their monthly salary to the Universities’ Provident Fund while the employer will make a contribution of 15% of their salary of which 8% will be credited to Universities Pension Fund and 7% to the Universities Provident Fund. In addition they will become contributors to the Employees’ Trust Fund which the University will contribute an amount equivalent to 3% of the Salary.
  • Senior Lecturer Grade II and above eligible for one year of Sabbatical Leave with full pay or two years without pay on completion of seven years of service. Further those proceeding abroad on Sabbatical Leave are eligible to receive full air passage for self and spouse.

 

Positions for Temporary Instructor/ Demonstrator in the Departments of Civil/ Computer/ Electrical and Electronic/ Mechanical Engineering and Interdisciplinary Studies

The Faculty is in search of persons who have qualified themselves as Engineering Graduates (preferred) or Graduates in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Physical Science from recognized Universities to be employed as Temporary Instructor/ Demonstrator. Those who are awaiting results having completed all Academic Requirements for the conferment of the Degree may also apply.

Interest Candidates may apply providing all necessary information in a self-made application with an indication of the names and contact information of two non-related referees.

Salary Scales:

  • Fixed Salary of Rs. 29,190/- p.m. and other allowances approved by the University Grants Commission will also pay. (Approximate Gross Salary Rs. 43,400/-)

Benefits:

  • Selected candidates will contribute to the Universities Provident Fund by means of equal monthly deductions from their salary an amount equal to the ten percent (10% ) of their earnings and the University will in addition out of its funds contribute at the same time a sum equal to fifteen percent (15%) of your earnings.
  • Three percent (3%) of your total earnings will be contributed by the University to the Employees’ Trust Fund in terms of the provisions of the Employees’ Trust Fund Act No. 46 of 1980.

 

APPLICATIONS & PARTICULARS

Application forms and further particulars including qualifications could be downloaded from here.

Duly completed applications should be forwarded under registered cover indicating the post applied for on the top left hand corner of the envelope to reach the Deputy Registrar/ Academic Establishments Division, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Gangodawila, Nugegoda on or before 31.05.2017.

Applicants from University System / Government Departments / Corporations/ Statutory Boards should channel their applications through the Head of their respective Institutions.

The University reserves the right to shortlist the candidates. Applications which do not conform to the requirements, incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will be rejected without intimation.

Registrar,
University of Sri Jayewardenepura,
Gangodawila,
Nugegoda.

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