Lecturer, Senior Lecturer

The Sri Palee Campus, University of Colombo invites applications from suitably qualified persons for academic positions in the Department of Languages up to 16th November 2026. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong background in language teaching.

Positions Available & Educational Qualifications

1. Lecturer (Probationary)

• Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor of Arts Degree with specialization in English; OR

  • A Degree with specialization in the relevant field with First or Second Class (Upper/Lower Division) Honours, or without honours / other degree with at least Second Class Honours; AND

  • A Postgraduate qualification (Doctoral Degree, Master’s Degree of at least 24 months/18 months with required research credits matching SLQF), or approved professional/academic qualifications.

• Note: Candidates are required to make a presentation before the Selection Committee to prove teaching ability.

2. Lecturer (Unconfirmed)

• Qualifications:

  • Possesses academic qualifications specified under Probationary level plus a Doctoral or Master’s degree with a research component.

  • Less than six (06) years of experience in university-level teaching, professional practice, research, or postgraduate studies.

3. Senior Lecturer Grade II

• Qualifications:

  • Required degree/postgraduate qualifications in the relevant field.

  • At least six (06) years of experience in university teaching, professional work, research, or postgraduate studies.

4. Senior Lecturer Grade I

• Qualifications:

  • Required academic/postgraduate qualifications.

  • At least twelve (12) years of experience (with a minimum of 6 years after obtaining postgraduate qualifications) in university teaching, professional roles, research, or postgraduate studies.

Salary Scale & Benefits (U-AC 3 Scale as at 01.01.2025)

• Lecturer (Probationary) [U-AC 3(IV)]: Rs. 94,400 - 10 x 2,400 - 118,400 p.m.

• Lecturer (Unconfirmed) [U-AC 3(III)]: Rs. 121,340 - 5 x 2,940 - 136,040 p.m.

• Senior Lecturer Grade II [U-AC 3(II)]: Rs. 138,980 - 11 x 2,940 - 171,320 p.m.

• Senior Lecturer Grade I [U-AC 3(I)]: Rs. 160,520 - 7 x 3,900 - 187,820 p.m.

• Plus government-approved allowances applicable to the university system.

• Fringe Benefits: Universities Provident Fund (UPF - 10% employee, 7% employer), University Pension Scheme (8% employer), and Employees' Trust Fund (ETF - 3%).

How to Apply

1. Online Submission: Fill out the Google Form via the link: https://forms.gle/jeJmUgwZcWYoEbjs5.

2. Hard Copy Submission:

   • Send the signed hard copy of the generated PDF document along with certified copies of transcripts, professional certificates, and service records.

   • Applicants from higher educational institutions, government departments, and corporations must channel their applications through the Heads of their respective institutions (an advance copy is strongly advised).

3. Envelope Marking: Indicate the Application ID and the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

4. Postal Address: Send via registered post on or before 16th November 2026 to:

Senior Assistant Registrar

Sri Palee Campus, University of Colombo

Wewala, Horana, Sri Lanka

(Website: https://spc.cmb.ac.lk)