OUSL Lecturer Vacancy 2026 – Plant Sciences Jaffna Regional Center

This vacancy is now closed
The closing date for this vacancy was September 17, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted.
⚡ Quick Information
- 🏛️ Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka
- 🌿 Department: Department of Plant Sciences
- 💼 Position: Lecturer
- 📄 Appointment Type: Contract Basis
- 📍 Assigned Centre: Jaffna Regional Center
- 🎓 Qualification: B.Sc. Special Degree with a Class
- 💰 Monthly Allowance: Rs. 70,000 plus EPF and ETF
- ⏳ Initial Appointment: Six months
- 📅 Interview Date: 17 September 2026
- 🕤 Interview Time: 9.30 a.m.
- 🏢 Interview Venue: Department of Plant Sciences, OUSL, Nawala
- 📝 Application Method: Walk-in Interview
English Notice
OUSL Lecturer Vacancy 2026
The Department of Plant Sciences of the Open University of Sri Lanka invites suitably qualified candidates to attend a walk-in interview for the post of Lecturer on Contract, assigned to the Jaffna Regional Center.
Required Qualification
Applicants should possess a B.Sc. Special Degree with a Class in one of the following fields:
- Botany
- Plant Science
- A related field
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
Preference will be given to applicants possessing one or more of the following:
- A postgraduate degree in a relevant field
- Teaching experience in the Tamil medium at undergraduate level
- Experience in Open and Distance Learning
Duration of Appointment
The initial appointment will be for six months. Based on satisfactory performance, the appointment may be extended for a maximum period of four years.
Remuneration
The selected Lecturer will receive a fixed monthly allowance of Rs. 70,000, together with EPF and ETF benefits according to the conditions stated in the official notice.
Walk-in Interview Details
- Date: 17 September 2026
- Time: 9.30 a.m.
- Venue: Department of Plant Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka, Nawala, Nugegoda
Although the selected position is assigned to the Jaffna Regional Center, the official notice states that the interview will be conducted at the Department of Plant Sciences in Nawala.
Documents to Bring
Candidates should bring the following documents to the interview:
- A self-prepared covering letter with biodata
- Original educational and professional certificates
- A copy of the degree certificate
- Two referee reports
- A photocopy of the National Identity Card
- Other relevant supporting documents
The decision of the Open University of Sri Lanka will be final and conclusive.
Contact Information
For further information, contact the Department of Plant Sciences:
- Telephone: 011 288 1452
- Email: hdbot@ou.ac.lk
Candidates are advised to read the official notice carefully and attend the interview with all the required documents.
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.
