Director – Sugarcane Research Institute

Director – Sugarcane Research Institute

Job Overview

Sugarcane Research Institute has invited applications for the post of Director (HM 2-3) under the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development.

The position is based at the Sugarcane Research Institute, Uda Walawe.

Job Title

Director (HM 2-3) – 01 Position

Organization

Sugarcane Research Institute

Location

Uda Walawe, Sri Lanka

Qualifications

External Candidates

Applicants should possess:

• A four-year Degree in:
  • Science
  • Agriculture
• Degree should be obtained with a class

AND

• A PhD Degree in a relevant discipline

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 20 years of research experience at senior research/managerial level
• Out of which:
  • At least 12 years should be after obtaining the PhD
• Proven track record in research and management

Additional Requirements

• Proven leadership ability
• Ability to direct multidisciplinary research teams
• Experience in human resource and institutional management will be an added advantage

Internal Candidates

Applicants should possess:

• A PhD qualification

AND

• Minimum 6 years post-qualifying experience as:
  • Deputy Director (Research & Technology Transfer)
  • Principal Research Officer
  • Principal Technology Transfer Officer of SRI

Additional Requirements

• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Experience in efficient deployment and management of resources

Age Limit

For HM 2-3 Salary Category:

• Minimum Age: 40 years
• Maximum Age: 50 years

(Upper age limit will not apply to internal candidates and applicants from Government Departments, Corporations, and Statutory Boards.)

Salary Scale

HM 2-3 – 2025

• Salary Scale: Rs. 173,000 – 12×4,850 – 231,200/-

Initial Salary Step

• Rs. 150,325/-
• Unpaid Amount: Rs. 22,675/-

Selection Method

Selection will be through a structured interview.

Benefits

• Government approved allowances
• Transport facilities or transport allowance
• Medical benefits according to institute medical scheme
• EPF & ETF contributions
• Rent-free quarters (if available)

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit:

• Prescribed application form
• Copies of certificates and relevant documents

Applications should be sent by registered post on or before:

Closing Date

08th June 2026

Applicants must clearly mention:

• The post applied for
• Selected subject area

on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

Important Notes

• Government and Statutory Board employees should apply through their respective Heads of Department.
• Incomplete or non-conforming applications may be rejected.

Application Address

The Chairman
Sugarcane Research Institute
Uda Walawe

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