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