Lecture vacancy at University of Peradeniya

Job Description

UNIVERSITY OF PERADENIYA

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University of Peradeniya, the premier Sri Lankan academic institution, world renowned for excellence in teaching and research, will entertain applications from suitably qualified persons for the following permanent posts until 31.08.2022.

01) Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences

(i)  Professor of Veterinary Clinical Sciences

Applications are entertained from BVSc. graduates. The applications should be prepared as per UGC circular Nos. 916, 04/2014 and establishment circular letter Nos. 04/2010, 12/2019 & 08/2021. Applicant should have a proven tracks record in teaching and research in Veterinary Clinical Sciences.

( ii) Lecturer (Probationary)/ Lecturer (Unconfirmed)/ Senior Lecturer Grade II/ I

Applications are entertained from BVSc. graduates who are registered as Veterinary Practitioners with the Sri Lanka Veterinary Council.

Postgraduate qualifications obtained in Companion Animal Medicine ( such qualifications must be in the form of board certification, residency, internship, or postgraduate degree) and experience in clinical teaching related to Companion Animal Medicine at the undergraduate or postgraduate level will be considered essential qualifications as stipulated in relevant circulars for Lecturer (Unconfirmed) and Senior Lecturer Grade II/I.

Expertise in Companion Animal Medicine with at least 05 years of experience in practice in Companion Animal Medicine at a veterinary hospital/ clinic will be considered added advantages ( Selected candidate will be assigned duties mainly in the discipline of Companion Animal Medicine)

( iii) Lecturer (Probationary)/ Lecturer (Unconfirmed)/ Senior Lecturer Grade II/ I

Applications are entertained from BVSc. graduates who are registered as Veterinary Practitioners with the Sri Lanka Veterinary Council.

Postgraduate qualifications in Companion Animal Surgery and Anaesthesia (such qualifications must be in the form of board certification, residency, internship, or postgraduate degree) and experience in clinical teaching related to Companion Animal Surgery and Anaesthesia at the undergraduate or postgraduate level will be considered essential qualifications as stipulated in relevant circulars for Lecturer (Unconfirmed) and Senior Lecturer Grade II/I.

Expertise in Companion Animal Surgery and Anaesthesia with at least 05 years of experience in clinical practice in Companion Animal Surgery and Anaesthesia at a veterinary hospital/ clinic will be considered an added advantage ( Selected candidate will be assigned duties mainly in the discipline of Companion Animal Surgery and Anaesthesia).

02)  Department  of Veterinary Public Health & Pharmacology

(i)  Lecturer (Probationary)/ Lecturer (Unconfirmed)/ Senior Lecturer Grade II/ I

Applications are entertained from BVSc. graduates, who are registered as Veterinary Practitioners with the Veterinary Council of Sri Lanka. Postgraduate qualifications as stipulated in relevant circulars are essential for Lecturer (Unconfirmed) and Senior Lecturer Grade II/I.

A sound educational background in teaching Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, and supervise research projects in the field of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology are essential qualifications. Leadership, communication and interpersonal skills will be an added qualification.

Knowledge on ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation, Good

Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and product registration with respect to pharmaceutical products are preferred ( Selected candidate will be assigned duties mainly in the discipline of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology).

(ii)  Lecturer (Probationary)/ Lecturer (Unconfirmed)/ Senior Lecturer Grade II/ I

Applications are entertained from BVSc. graduates, who are registered as Veterinary Practitioners with the Veterinary Council of Sri Lanka. Postgraduate qualifications as stipulated in relevant circulars are essential for Lecturer (Unconfirmed) and Senior Lecturer Grade II/I. A sound educational background in teaching communication and leadership skills, veterinary client (farmers and animal owners) handling, basic principles of education, psychology and sociology are essential qualifications. Leadership, communication and interpersonal skills will be an added qualification ( Selected candidate will be assigned duties mainly in the discipline of Professional Studies).

03) Department of Farm Animal Production & Health

 ( i) Lecturer (Probationary), Lecturer (Unconfirmed)/ Senior Lecturer Grade II/ I

Applications are entertained from BVSc. graduates, who are registered as Veterinary Practitioners with the Sri Lanka Veterinary Council (VCSL). Postgraduate qualifications as stipulated in the relevant circulars and experience in teaching courses related to equine medicine and surgery/herd health management (farm animals) at undergraduate or postgraduate level are essential for Lecturer ( Unconfirmed) and Senior Lecturer Grade II/I.

Following would be added qualifications:

* Postgraduate qualifications obtained in a field related to equine medicine and surgery/ herd health management ( such qualifications could be in the form of Board Certification, Residency, Internship, or postgraduate degree)

* Some degree of exposure to swine and integrated veterinary sciences, which would enable the selected candidate to contribute to teaching swine health and production, and integrated veterinary science.

* Membership in related professional associations.

Preference will be given to candidates who have the following specialized qualifications.

1. Work experience in a veterinary hospital/ clinic (equine practice or mixed practice) for at least one year.

2. Diagnostic and therapeutic expertise especially in tropical diseases affecting equines, with evidence.

3. Experience in herd health management (farm animals)

A good record in scientific communication will be given priority.

Remuneration and other benefits

( i). Remuneration

Lecturer (Prob.) {(U-AC 3(IV))} Rs.54,600 – 10x1335 – 67,950 p.m.

Lecturer (Unconfirmed){(U-AC 3(III))}Rs.69,580 –  5x1630 – 77,730 p.m.

Snr. Lecturer Gr.II Rs.79,360 – 11x1630 – 97,290 p.m.

Snr. Lecturer Gr.I Rs.91,310 – 7x2170 – 106,500 p.m.

Associate Professor {(U-AC 4} Rs.102,160 – 13x2170 – 130,370 p.m.

Professor {(U-AC 5(II)} Rs.117,350 – 13x2700 – 152,450 p.m.

In addition to the above salaries, the following allowances will be paid considering the Basic Salary

(I) Cost of Living Allowance, (Currently Rs.7800.00 p.m.)

(II) Academic Allowance,

   Lecturer (Probationary)/-  115% of the Basic Salary p.m.

   Lecturer (Unconfirmed)- 131%            do

   Snr. Lecturer Gr.II- 151%            do

   Snr. Lecturer Gr.I- 151%            do

   Associate Professor- 157%            do

   Professor- 162%            do

(III)    Research Allowance-  35% of the Basic Salary p.m.

( IV)   Additional Monthly Allowance - 20% of the Basic Salary p.m.

(ii). Other Benefits

*        Entitlement to Sabbatical Leave, Study Leave, Conference Leave, and Special Leave as and   when applicable.

*        Loan facilities.

*        University quarters will be provided subject to availability.

*        Air tickets for teacher and spouse when travelling on sabbatical leave

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Provident Fund & Pension Fund

Permanent employees of the University are required to contribute 10% of their monthly salary to the Universities Provident Fund and the University contributes a sum equivalent to 18% of their monthly salary of which 8% will be credited to the Universities Pension Fund, 7% to the Universities Provident Fund (UPF) and 3% to the Employees' Trust Fund (ETF).

Remuneration details

For remuneration details refer:

UGC circular No. 17/2016 (v) (Salary)

UGC Circular No.02/2014 (Cost of Living Allowance)

UGC Circular No.1000 (Research Allowance)

UGC Circular No.13/2017 (Academic Allowance)

UGC Circular No.07/2014 (Additional Allowance)

Applications & format of referee report

The application, referee report form and relevant information could be downloaded from the University Website: www.pdn.ac.lk.

How to apply

(I)  Use downloaded applications & format of referee reports only

(II) The post applied for should be clearly mentioned in the application (one post only)

(III)The post applied for should be marked on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

(IV) The candidates who apply for more than one post should submit separate applications under separate cover for each post.

(V) It is compulsory to submit two non-related referee reports (downloaded from the University web site)  along with the application under sealed envelope or

Referees may be requested to send the referee reports directly addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of this University indicating “Name of the applicant, post applied & the Department” at the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

(VI) Permanent staff candidates in Public Service, Corporations, Statutory Boards and Universities should forward their applications through respective Heads of Institutions (Employees of the Ministry of Health should submit their applications through the Director General/ Deputy Director General of Ministry of Health) , within two weeks of the closing date of application. They should send an advance copy of the application on or before 31.08.2022 to reach the Senior Assistant

Registrar, Academic Establishments Division, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya. Applications which are not received through proper channels will be rejected.

Application

Curriculum Vitae

Self-Assessments Report

Section 1      -  Teaching, Scholarship and Academic Development

Section 2      -           Research, Scholarship and Creative Work

Section 3      -           Contribution to University and National/ International Development ( as per UGC circular No. 916)

( If the applicant does not possess the PhD. Degree, he or she should have 15 nos. of publications in indexed journals (hard copy with electronic copy) for the post of Professor)

Post of Lecturer (Probationary)/ Lecturer (Unconfirmed)/ Senior Lecturer Gr.II/ Gr.I.

The duly completed applications (downloaded from the Web Site) on prescribed forms together with copies of relevant certificates, referees reports and other relevant documents (copies of NIC, birth certificate, degree certificates, academic transcripts, service certificates etc.) should be sent under registered cover to reach the Senior Assistant

Registrar, Academic Establishments Division, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, on or before 31.08.2022.

Incomplete applications, applications and referees reports not in the relevant format (not downloaded from the Web Site), applications without supporting documents ( copies of NIC, birth certificate, degree certificates, academic transcripts, Service certificates etc.), and applications received after the closing date will be rejected. Applications will not be entertained if they are handed over in person. The University will not bear responsibility for such submissions.

University reserves the right to shortlist the candidates and to call for interviews such candidates only.

Actg. Registrar,

University of Peradeniya.

Peradeniya.