Post of Research Assistant Under the UGC Research Grant – Department of Physics
Published On 10/11/2026
University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Department of Physics
Post of Research Assistant
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Research Assistant at the Department of Physics, University of Jaffna, under the UGC Research Grant Scheme to Improve University Ranking.
The Research Assistant will be responsible for performing laboratory experimental works, preparing progress reports and assisting the Principal Investigator in project-related activities.
Required Qualifications:
Applicants should possess one of the following with a minimum GPA of 3.0:
- A Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Physics.
OR
- A Bachelor of Science degree with Physics as a subject.
Expected Technical Skills:
- Prior research experience in the field of Materials Science is preferable.
- Experience with instrumentation techniques such as Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and FTIR Spectroscopy will be an added advantage.
Remuneration:
The Research Assistant will be paid in accordance with the remuneration rates approved by the UGC.
- Bachelor’s Degree: 60,000 per month (Fixed)
Duration:
How to Apply:
- Applicants should submit a detailed curriculum vitae, including the names and contact details of at least two referees, together with copies of their degree certificates, to vigna@univ.jfn.ac.lk with the subject line: Application for Research Assistant in Physics.
- Original documents should be produced at the interview.
- The date and time of the interview will be communicated by e-mail to short-listed candidates.
Closing Date:
Prof. K. Vignarooban
Principal Investigator,
Department of Physics,
Faculty of Science,
University of Jaffna.