University of Moratuwa Multiple Academic Vacancies 2026
The University of Moratuwa invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for multiple academic and other vacancies available across several faculties, departments and administrative units.
The recruitment includes Senior Lecturer and Lecturer positions, Instructor in Computer Technology, Career Guidance Counsellor and Project Manager – Construction Works.
Applicants must initially submit their applications online. A signed hard copy of the downloaded application, together with the required supporting documents, must also reach the university on or before 18 September 2026.
⚡ Quick Information
🏛️ Institution: University of Moratuwa
💼 Vacancies: Academic and other university positions
🎓 Academic Grades: Senior Lecturer Grade I/II and Lecturer positions
🖥️ Other Posts: Computer Technology Instructor, Career Guidance Counsellor and Project Manager
💰 Salary Range: Rs.85,305–187,820 per month, depending on the position
🌐 Initial Application: Online
📮 Hard-Copy Submission: Compulsory
📅 Published Date: 23 August 2026
🔴 Closing Date: 18 September 2026
English Advertisement
Academic Vacancies
The following academic grades are available in the listed departments:
- Senior Lecturer Grade I
- Senior Lecturer Grade II
- Lecturer (Unconfirmed)
- Lecturer (Probationary)
Applicants should refer to the relevant official department handout for the complete academic qualifications and experience requirements.
Faculty of Architecture
Department of Town and Country Planning
Areas of expertise include:
- Design Applications for Urban Informatics, Planning and Design
- Urban Informatics, Simulation and Modelling
- Spatial Data Analytics and Visualization
- Citizen Science and Community Planning
- Theory of Spatial Science and Planning
Faculty of Engineering
Department of Languages
The required area of expertise is interdisciplinary language pedagogy, including:
- English for Specific Purposes
- STEM communication in higher education
Faculty of Medicine
Department of Public Health and Family Medicine
Area of Expertise: Family Medicine
Department of Medical Education
Academic applications are invited for the advertised Senior Lecturer and Lecturer grades. Applicants should check the official department handout for the complete specialization and qualification requirements.
Department of Microbiology and Parasitology
Area of Expertise: Parasitology
Candidates possessing an MD in Microbiology will also be considered.
Department of Pathology and Forensic Medicine
Areas of expertise:
- Histopathology
- Forensic Medicine
Department of Anatomy
Applications are invited for the advertised Senior Lecturer and Lecturer grades. Applicants must check the official handout for the complete eligibility requirements.
Instructor – Computer Technology Grade II
Unit: Centre for Open and Distance Learning
Applicants may qualify through one of the following routes:
Route 1
A First or Second Class in a B.Sc. Special Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering from a recognized university.
Route 2
A pass in a B.Sc. Special Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering;
or
A First or Second Class in a B.Sc. General Degree with Computing as a subject component;
and
One year of experience in the field of Computing.
Route 3
A pass in a B.Sc. General Degree with Computing as a subject component;
or
A First or Second Class in a B.Sc. General Degree where Computing is not a subject component;
and
Two years of experience in Computing.
Route 4
A pass in a B.Sc. General Degree where Computing is not a subject component;
and
Three years of experience in Computing.
Route 5
Any other degree;
and
A postgraduate diploma in Computer Science or Computer Technology from a recognized university;
and
One year of experience in Computing.
Career Guidance Counsellor Grade II
Unit: Career Guidance Unit
Applicants must possess:
- A Bachelor’s Degree with First or Second Class from a recognized university or higher educational institution;
- Four years of experience in Student Affairs; and
- Good English communication skills.
Preference will be given to applicants possessing:
- A postgraduate qualification in Human Resources Management or Counselling; and/or
- Experience in career-guidance activities.
Age Limit: 22–45 years as of the closing date.
Project Manager – Construction Works
Unit: Capital Works and Services Division
Applicants must possess one of the following:
- A B.Sc. Engineering degree specializing in Civil Engineering;
- A B.Sc. Engineering degree specializing in Quantity Surveying; or
- Equivalent professional qualifications recognized by the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka.
Applicants must also possess:
- Corporate membership of a recognized engineering institute; or
- Corporate membership of a recognized institute of quantity surveyors.
A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience is required in:
- Construction projects;
- Contract handling; and
- Direct-labour management.
There is no specific recruitment age limit for this position. The compulsory retirement age in university service is 60 years.
Salary Scales
Senior Lecturer Grade I
Rs.160,520 – 7 × 3,900 – Rs.187,820 per month
- Salary Code: U-AC 3(I)
- Initial salary: Rs.160,520
- Academic allowance: 116% + Rs.2,200
Senior Lecturer Grade II
Rs.138,980 – 11 × 2,940 – Rs.171,320 per month
- Salary Code: U-AC 3(II)
- Initial salary: Rs.138,980
- Academic allowance: 116% + Rs.2,100
Lecturer – Unconfirmed
Rs.121,340 – 5 × 2,940 – Rs.136,040 per month
- Salary Code: U-AC 3(III)
- Initial salary: Rs.121,340
- Academic allowance: 102% + Rs.1,800
Lecturer – Probationary
Rs.94,400 – 10 × 2,400 – Rs.118,400 per month
- Salary Code: U-AC 3(IV)
- Initial salary: Rs.94,400
- Academic allowance: 91% + Rs.1,200
Instructor and Career Guidance Counsellor
Rs.85,305 – 3 × 2,400 – Rs.92,505 (EB) Rs.94,905 – 14 × 2,400 – Rs.128,505 per month
- Salary Code: U-AS 2(II)
- Initial salary: Rs.85,305
- Monthly compensatory allowance: 36% – Rs.330
Project Manager – Construction Works
Rs.113,690 – 8 × 2,400; 8 × 2,940 – Rs.156,410 per month
- Salary Code: U-EX 2(II)
- Initial salary: Rs.113,690
- Monthly compensatory allowance: 36% – Rs.330
The salaries and allowances will be paid according to Commission Circular No. 02/2025 dated 01 April 2025.
The Cost of Living Allowance and other approved allowances will be paid in addition to the applicable salary.
Conditions of Service
For the Instructor, Career Guidance Counsellor and Project Manager positions:
- The appointments are permanent.
- The initial probation period is three years.
- Selected employees will contribute 10% of their earnings to the Universities Provident Fund.
- The university will contribute 7% to the Provident Fund and 8% to the Pension Fund.
- The university will also contribute 3% to the Employees’ Trust Fund.
Other conditions will be governed by the Universities Act No. 16 of 1978 and subsequent amendments, ordinances, regulations and rules.
How to Apply
Applicants should access the University of Moratuwa official vacancies page, open the current Multiple Academic Vacancies notice and download the relevant:
- Application form
- Advertisement
- Department handout
- Form A, where applicable
Applications must first be submitted online.
A separate application must be submitted for every position applied for.
Compulsory Hard-Copy Submission
After submitting online, applicants must send:
- The downloaded application with the original signature;
- Required original rubber stamps, where applicable;
- Copies of uploaded certificates and supporting documents; and
- Form A, where applicable.
The hard copy must be addressed to:
Senior Assistant Registrar
Establishments (Academic) Division
University of Moratuwa
Katubedda, Moratuwa
The post applied for must be written clearly on the top-left corner of the envelope.
The official handouts state that hard-copy submission is compulsory. Applications without the required hard copy may be rejected.
Public-Sector Applicants
Applicants currently serving in the:
- University system
- Government departments
- Ministries
- Corporations
- Statutory boards
- State-owned enterprises
must apply through the head of their institution using Form A and upload a scanned copy when submitting online.
Applications submitted without Form A or without being forwarded through the proper channel will not be entertained.
Important Instructions
Applications may be rejected if they are:
- Received after the closing date;
- Incomplete;
- Not submitted using the university’s prescribed format;
- Missing the compulsory hard copy;
- Missing supporting certificates;
- Missing Form A where required; or
- Not forwarded through the proper channel.
The University of Moratuwa reserves the right to shortlist applicants using a suitable method.
Closing Date
Online applications and all required hard-copy documents must be submitted on or before:
18 September 2026
Applicants should read the original advertisement and relevant official handout carefully before submitting an application.
Official Links
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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