University of Ruhuna Academic Staff Vacancies 2026
The University of Ruhuna has invited online applications from suitably qualified Sri Lankan citizens for permanent academic staff vacancies in six faculties.
Available appointments include Professor, Senior Professor, Senior Lecturer Grade I and II, Lecturer (Unconfirmed) and Lecturer (Probationary) positions.
⚡ Quick Information
🏛️ Institution: University of Ruhuna
💼 Vacancy Type: Academic Staff Vacancies
🎓 Posts: Professor / Senior Professor / Senior Lecturer / Lecturer
🏢 Number of Faculties: 6
📝 Application Method: Online Only
💳 Application Fee: Rs. 2,000 per application
📅 Advertisement Date: 20 August 2026
🔴 Closing Date: 22 September 2026
📌 Appointment: Permanent
🇱🇰 Eligibility: Sri Lankan Citizens
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Faculties and Departments
Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
Vacancies are available in:
- Department of Medical Laboratory Science
- Department of Pharmacy
- Department of Nursing
Positions include Senior Lecturer Grade I/II, Lecturer (Unconfirmed) and Lecturer (Probationary).
Applicants for Nursing positions should satisfy the relevant Sri Lanka Nursing Council registration requirements.
Faculty of Agriculture
The Department of Crop Science has vacancies related to Agriculture, Statistics, Applied Statistics, Mathematics with Statistics and Biostatistics.
Faculty of Engineering
Academic vacancies are available in:
- Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Department of Electrical and Information Engineering
- Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
- Department of Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture
- Department of Interdisciplinary Studies
Available disciplines include Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mathematics and Statistics.
Professor or Senior Professor Chair positions are also available in selected departments.
Faculty of Medicine
Vacancies are available in:
- Department of Microbiology
- Department of Pathology
- Medical Education and Staff Development Unit
Relevant MBBS, MD, board certification, postgraduate qualifications and Sri Lanka Medical Council registration requirements apply according to the position.
Faculty of Science
Vacancies are available in:
- Department of Botany
- Department of Chemistry
- Department of Computer Science
- Department of Physics
- Department of Zoology
Applicants should refer to the official advertisement for the degree, postgraduate qualification and specialization required for each position.
Faculty of Technology
Vacancies are available in:
- Department of Engineering Technology
- Department of Biosystems Technology
Relevant subject areas include:
- Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
- Electrical or Electronics Engineering
- Agricultural Technology
- Biosystems Engineering
- Food Process and Manufacturing Technology
- Environmental Engineering
Industrial or research experience is required for several Technology Faculty positions. Preference may be given to applicants with relevant postgraduate qualifications.
Application Fee
A non-refundable application fee of Rs. 2,000 must be paid separately for each application.
Payments can be made through any People’s Bank branch using the University of Ruhuna Collection Account reference:
101042500000013
Applicants may also use the University’s online payment gateway.
The payment slip must be attached to the online application. Applications submitted without the payment slip will be rejected.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through:
Applicants should upload:
- Completed online application
- Copies of relevant educational and professional certificates
- Application-fee payment slip
- Institutional approval form, where applicable
A successful submission will generate an email containing a Reference Number and application-status link.
Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate online application and pay the application fee separately for each position.
Applicants currently employed in the University System, Government Departments, Corporations or Statutory Boards must upload an approval form completed and attested by the Head of their institution.
Important Conditions
- Only Sri Lankan citizens are eligible.
- The advertised appointments are permanent.
- Appointments will initially be subject to a three-year probationary period.
- General Degrees will not be accepted where a specialized or honours first degree is required.
- The University may shortlist applicants and invite only selected candidates for interviews.
- Incomplete, late or incorrectly submitted applications will be rejected.
- The application fee is strictly non-refundable.
Closing Date
Online applications must be submitted on or before 22 September 2026.
Official Links
Online Application:
https://vacancies.ruh.ac.lk
Source Note:This information has been prepared with reference to the official advertisement and relevant institutional sources. Applicants are advised to verify all details from the official source before applying.
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