Post of Research Assistant Cum Project Assistant (Full Time)
Published On 30/03/2021
NOTICE
UNIVERSITY OF JAFFNA, SRI LANKA
OPERATIONAL TECHNICAL SECRETARIAT (OTS)
WORLD BANK FUNDED ACCELERATING HIGHER EDUCATION EXPANSION AND DEVELOPMENT (AHEAD) OPERATION
DEVELOPMENT ORIENTED RESEARCH (DOR) PROJECT – FACULTY OF GRADUATE STUDIES
The University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka will entertain applications for the post under OTS – AHEAD Operation from suitably qualified persons up to 09.04.2021.
- Post of Research Assistant Cum Project Assistant (Full Time) – on Contract Basis
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in any related field, preferably in social sciences, geography or agriculture) recognized by the UGC. Priority will be given to holders of a Special degree with first class or second class upper division.
- Prior research experience and engagement in Water Research or any kind of participatory community-based social research within funded projects and/or outside would be an added advantage.
- A track record of research as evidenced by reports/ publications/ presentations as an undergraduate or postgraduate would be an added advantage.
- Experience of working with water management contexts, especially groundwater, is seen as desirable.
- A track record of research as evidenced by publications/ presentations as an undergraduate or postgraduate would be an added advantage.
- Additional qualification in the IT field would be an added advantage.
REMUNERATION AND OTHER CONDITIONS
A monthly payment of LKR 47,800/= (it includes cost-of-living allowance) and applicable EPF & ETF will be paid. Payments will be made on the approval by the OTS/Director on the recommendation of the Project Coordinator.
CONTRACT PERIOD:
This is a full-time position. Initially, the contract appointment shall be for a period of 12 months. The position may be renewed for additional 12 months based on performance and need during the period of the operation.
AGE LIMIT : Not more than 35 years on the closing date of application
HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates who are interested in the above post should submit their application in the prescribed format available in the University website – www.jfn.ac.lk by email to otsjobs@univ.jfn.ac.lk on or before 09.04.2021 When you present for the interview please bring original certificates, educational qualification certificates, Birth certificate, experience certificates and National Identity Card with the signed application form.
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Interview: Date and Time for the interview will be notified to the eligible candidates.
Registrar
University of Jaffna