University of Colombo Centre for Nutrition Vacancies 2026 – 14 Posts
This vacancy is now closed
The closing date for this vacancy was October 18, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted.
The University of Colombo, Faculty of Medicine, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for 14 vacancies across three positions at the Centre for Nutrition, under a UNICEF project.
The project involves a follow-up assessment of a Social and Behavior Change Communication package designed to promote eight selected health-related behaviours among preschool children and their caregivers in four provinces of Sri Lanka.
📌 Quick Information
🏛️ Institution: University of Colombo – Faculty of Medicine
🏥 Centre: Centre for Nutrition
💼 Positions: Project Coordinator, Research Assistant, Temporary Enumerators
👥 Total Vacancies: 14
📋 Appointment: Contract / Daily Paid
🎓 Qualifications: Relevant postgraduate qualification or recognized university degree, depending on position
⏳ Initial Contract: 06 Months (potential extension of up to 03 months)
📧 Application Email: secy@pdt.cmb.ac.lk
📅 Closing Date: 18 October 2026
English Notice
1. Available Vacancies
| Position | Vacancies | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Project Coordinator (On Contract) | 01 | Rs. 83,387.88 basic/month + Rs. 17,800 cost-of-living allowance |
| Research Assistant (On Contract) | 01 | Rs. 52,137.88 basic/month + Rs. 17,800 cost-of-living allowance |
| Temporary Enumerators (Daily Paid) | 12 | Rs. 3,000 per day |
| Total | 14 |
Applicable EPF and ETF payments are stated for the Project Coordinator and Research Assistant posts.
2. Project Coordinator – 01 Vacancy
Required Qualification: A postgraduate qualification from a recognized university.
The notice gives preference to applicants with:
- Good administrative skills.
- Research project experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Sinhala and English.
- Proficiency in MS Office, internet use and mobile data collection tools.
- A minimum of 20 years’ experience in health and nutrition research project coordination at national level, as specified in the notice.
Basic Monthly Salary: Rs. 83,387.88
Cost-of-Living Allowance: Rs. 17,800
EPF / ETF: Applicable
3. Research Assistant – 01 Vacancy
Required Qualification: A degree in any field from a recognized university.
Preference will be given to applicants with:
- Good administrative skills.
- Experience in research projects.
- Excellent Sinhala and English communication skills.
- Strong IT skills, including MS Office and mobile data collection tools.
Basic Monthly Salary: Rs. 52,137.88
Cost-of-Living Allowance: Rs. 17,800
EPF / ETF: Applicable
4. Temporary Enumerators – 12 Vacancies
Required Qualification: A degree in any field from a recognized university.
Provincial Allocation:
| Province | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Western | 03 |
| Central | 03 |
| Southern | 03 |
| Northern | 03 |
| Total | 12 |
Preferred skills include:
- Good administration and organization.
- Quantitative and qualitative research experience.
- Excellent Sinhala and Tamil communication skills.
- MS Office, internet and mobile data collection skills.
Daily Payment: Rs. 3,000
The advertisement describes these positions as temporary and daily paid.
5. Contract Duration
The notices specify an initial appointment period of six months, with possible renewal for a maximum of three additional months, depending on performance and project requirements.
6. How to Apply
Applicants should prepare their own application and provide copies of relevant:
- Educational certificates and transcripts.
- Professional qualification certificates.
- Extracurricular activity certificates, where relevant.
- Service and experience certificates.
Application Email: secy@pdt.cmb.ac.lk
Recipient:
Secretary
Department of Paediatrics
Faculty of Medicine
University of Colombo
The Project Coordinator and Temporary Enumerator notices request submission to the Secretary and emailing the application. The Research Assistant notice specifically emphasizes email submission. Applicants should follow the instructions for their chosen position in the original advertisement.
7. Closing Date
18 October 2026
Incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
8. Official Source
Institution: University of Colombo
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine
Centre: Centre for Nutrition
Notice Date: 08 October 2026
Official websites:
Applicants should read all three original vacancy notices carefully before submitting their applications.
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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