Senior Lecturer, Lecturer

The University of Colombo invites applications from suitably qualified persons for academic positions in the Department of Buddhist Studies, Faculty of Arts. (Preference will be given to candidates who have an interest in Buddhist Arts and Architecture in East Asian countries).

Position Summary

• Roles Available:

  • Lecturer (Probationary)

  • Lecturer (Unconfirmed)

  • Senior Lecturer Grade II / Grade I

• Institution: University of Colombo (Department of Buddhist Studies, Faculty of Arts)

• Location: Colombo 03, Sri Lanka

• Application Closing Date: 23rd November 2026

Key Qualifications & Requirements

1. Lecturer (Probationary)

• A Degree with specialisation in Buddhist Civilization/Buddhist Culture with First or Second Class (Upper Division) Honours, or a Degree in Buddhist Studies with Specialization in the Buddhist Cultural Studies Stream with First or Second Class (Upper Division) Honours; OR

• Second Class (Lower Division) Honours or equivalent degrees without honours plus a relevant Doctoral Degree, Master's Degree (with research component), or UGC-approved professional/academic qualifications.

2. Lecturer (Unconfirmed)

• Meets basic Bachelor's degree qualification standards in Buddhist Civilization/Culture or Buddhist Studies AND possesses postgraduate qualifications (such as a Doctoral Degree or qualifying Master's degree) AND has less than six (06) years of experience in university teaching, professional practice, research, or postgraduate studies.

3. Senior Lecturer Grade II / Grade I

• Possesses required Bachelor's and postgraduate (Doctoral/Master's) qualifications alongside at least six (06) years (for Grade II) or twelve (12) years (for Grade I) of experience in university teaching, professional practice, or research.

Salary Scales (As of 01.01.2025)

• Salary Code: U-AC 3 – Rs. 94,400 - 10 x 2,400; 11 x 2,940; 8 x 3,900 - 187,820 p.m.

  • 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.

• Government-approved allowances and Provident Fund/Pension contributions (UPF/ETF) apply.

How to Apply

1. Applicants from Higher Educational Institutions, Government Departments, and Corporations must apply through their respective Heads of Institutions while submitting an advance copy.

2. Forward the signed hard copy of the generated PDF application along with certified copies of educational transcripts, professional certificates, and service records under registered post and via email to recruit@ace.cmb.ac.lk on or before 23rd November 2026.

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

Deputy Registrar / Academic Establishments

University of Colombo

94, Cumaratunga Munidasa Mawatha, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka