Post of Project Assistant cum Research Assistant  (Contract) – Faculty of Engineering

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 ENGINEERING

The University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka will entertain applications for the above mentioned post under OTS – AHEAD Operation from suitably qualified persons up to 05.02.2021.

  • POST OF PROJECT ASSISTANT  cum RESEARCH ASSISTANT  (FULL TIME) – ON CONTRACT BASIS –   01 

TITLE & THE DESCRIPTION OF THE DOR PROJECT:

“Cultivation of microalgae for biolipid production: Optimization of net energy and mathematical modeling of bioprocesses”

The aim of this research is to develop a novel, energy-positive algal cultivation system coupled with wastewater treatment while minimizing the energy associated with wastewater treatment, algal cultivation, nutrient removal and algal harvesting. This involves the development of bioreactor, indoor and outdoor testing of algal cultivation, bio lipid production and mathematical modeling of bio processes.

METHOD OF RECRUITMENT

This is a full – time position. Initially the contract appointment shall be for a period of 12 months. The position may be renewed based on performance and need during the period of the Operation. The candidate is encouraged to register for MPhil with University of Jaffna and the registration fee for the MPhil program shall be covered by the project depending on the candidate’s eligibility. 

REMUNERATION

A monthly payment of LKR 70,000/= 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science OR related fields which is recognized by the UGC. Priority will be given to special degree or first class honors
  • A track record of research as evidenced by publications/ presentations as an undergraduate or postgraduate would be an added advantage.
  • Prior research experience pertinent to gas chromatography/molecular biology is desirable

Age Limit: 35 Years at the date of closing of applications

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

  • High level of proficiency in written and spoken English.
  • Proven ability to handle Operation activities related to Finance and Procurement activities in the University in accordance with the World Bank Guidelines.
  • Ability to function effectively in a team environment inspiring trust and cooperation of other team members.
  • High level of IT literacy, especially in the areas of Word, Excel, email and internet.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally in Sinhala or Tamil.
  • Ability to communicate in English with the World Bank, Ministry of City planning, Water Supply and Higher Education, UGC, OMST and others.
  • Knowledge in statistics and computational methods
  • Proven analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently in a research team
  • Ability to solve technical and methodological issues that arise during the course of the research

HOW TO APPLY:

Candidates who are interested in the above post should submit their application in the prescribed format available here by email to otsjobs@univ.jfn.ac.lk on or before 05.02.2021. 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