Vacancies – General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University

Job Overview

General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) is inviting applications from qualified candidates for multiple permanent vacancies under Academic, Academic Support, Administrative, Clerical & Allied Grade, and Minor Grade Staff categories. This recruitment drive offers career opportunities across various faculties including Medicine, Engineering, Technology, Computing, Management, Allied Health Sciences, Criminal Justice, and Built Environment & Spatial Sciences.

Position Details

Job Title: Multiple Academic, Administrative & Support Staff Vacancies
Company: General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU)
Location: Ratmalana, Sri Lanka
Job Type: Permanent

Company Overview

General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University is one of Sri Lanka’s leading higher education institutions, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs across a wide range of disciplines. KDU is committed to academic excellence, research innovation, and professional development while contributing to national higher education and human resource development.

Qualifications & Experience

Academic Staff Vacancies

Applications are invited for:

Faculty of Medicine

Department of Clinical Sciences

• Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Paediatrics

Faculty of Engineering

Department of Aeronautical Engineering

• Aerodynamics
• Aircraft Structures
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Finite Element Analysis
• Aircraft Composite Structural Design
• Air Breathing Propulsion
• Aircraft System Analysis

Department of Mechanical Engineering

• Manufacturing Systems
• Sustainable Energy Systems and Environment
• Automotive Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Micro Mechatronics
• Industrial Automation
• Advanced Robotics
• Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning

Department of Electrical, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering

• Electronic Design
• Computer Architecture
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Digital Signal Processing
• Antennas and Propagation
• Optical Communication
• Autonomous Systems and Robotics
• Biomedical Instrumentation
• Biomedical Image and Signal Processing
• Medical Informatics
• Power Systems

Department of Marine Engineering

• Marine Vessel Design
• Ship Hydrodynamics and Stability
• Ship Construction
• Ship Structures
• Marine Propulsion
• Marine Robotics
• Engineering Knowledge
• CAD for Ship Design

Faculty of Management, Social Sciences and Humanities

Department of Management and Finance

• Business Analytics
• Financial Analytics
• Business Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Big Data Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Visualization
• Management and Strategic Management

Department of Languages

• Data Science
• Computer Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Applied Statistics
• Computational Mathematics
• Data Analytics
• Business Analytics
• Database Systems
• Cloud Computing
• Data Engineering

Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

Department of Nursing and Midwifery

• Fundamentals of Nursing
• Nursing Skills Practice
• Adult Nursing
• Research and Supervision

Faculty of Computing

Department of Computer Science

• Operating Systems
• Computer Architecture
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Networks and Wireless Communication
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Server-side Development

Department of Computer Engineering

• Edge AI and Embedded Intelligence
• Robotics and Autonomous Systems
• Distributed/High-Performance Computing
• Computer Architecture and Hardware
• IoT and Smart Systems

Faculty of Technology

Department of Bio System Technology

• Molecular Biology
• Bioprocess Technology
• Bioinformatics
• Plant Biology
• ICT
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Cloud Computing and Data Science
• Software Quality Assurance

Department of Engineering Technology

• Construction Technology
• Soil Mechanics
• Strength of Materials
• Surveying
• Highway Construction

Faculty of Criminal Justice

Department of Criminology

• Criminology
• Criminal Justice
• Law

Faculty of Built Environment & Spatial Sciences

Department of Architecture

• Architecture

Department of Spatial Sciences

• UAV Piloting
• UAV Mapping
• Programming in Spatial Domains

Faculty of Industrial Studies – Southern Campus

Department of Industrial Quality Management

• Quality Management
• Financial Management
• Business Administration
• Digital Business & Marketing

Department of Property and Investment Management

• Property Management
• Portfolio and Investment Management
• Urban Planning

Academic Support Staff

Instructor Grade II

Faculty of Engineering

• Aeronautical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Faculty of Computing

• Computer Science

Administrative Staff

Assistant Registrar

• Legal and Documentation

Clerical & Allied Grade Staff

• Technical Officer (Grade II, Segment B)
• Technical Officer (Mechanical) Grade III
• Technical Officer (Electrical) Grade III
• Technical Officer (ICT) Grade III

Minor Grade Staff

• Cook Grade III

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities will vary depending on the position and faculty but may include:

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Conducting research and scholarly activities.
• Curriculum development and academic supervision.
• Laboratory, workshop, and technical support.
• Administrative and documentation functions.
• Legal and institutional support activities.
• Technical maintenance and operational support.
• Food service and hospitality support for relevant positions.

Required Skills

• Strong academic or professional qualifications relevant to the field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Research and analytical capabilities for academic positions.
• Technical competency for engineering and technical roles.
• Administrative and organizational skills for support positions.
• Commitment to professional ethics and institutional values.

Salary & Benefits

Selected candidates will receive salaries according to government-approved university salary scales applicable to each post.

Additional benefits may include:

• Academic and research allowances for eligible positions.
• EPF and ETF contributions.
• Gratuity payments.
• Scholarship opportunities for employees’ children.
• Medical and welfare benefits.
• Access to university facilities and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should obtain the prescribed application form from the KDU website and submit the completed application together with certified copies of relevant certificates.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Registrar
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Ratmalana 10390
Sri Lanka

The post applied for should be clearly written on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

Employees of Government Departments, Corporations, Statutory Boards, UGC institutions, and Higher Educational Institutes should forward applications through the Head of their respective institution.

Application Closing Date: 30 June 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews. Applications received after the closing date or incomplete applications will not be considered.

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