Job Vacancies at NARA 2025

The National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency (NARA), operating under the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, has announced multiple job openings across various scientific, technical, and administrative fields.

As the principal national institute dedicated to research, development, and management of aquatic resources in Sri Lanka, NARA invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for 30 distinct positions.

Scientific and Research Positions

1. Principal Scientist (Socio-economic and Marketing) – 01 vacancy
2. Senior Scientist (Inland Aquatic Resources and Aquaculture Division) – 01
3. Senior Scientist (Socio-economic and Marketing Division) – 01
4. Senior Scientist (Oceanography Division) – 01
5. Senior Scientist (Fishing Technology Division) – 01
6. Senior Scientist (Environmental Studies Division) – 01
7. Senior Scientist (Regional Research Centres – Kalpitiya and Panapitiya) – 02
8. Senior Hydrographic Surveyor – 01
9. Scientist (Inland Aquatic Resources and Aquaculture Division) – 05
10. Scientist (Socio-economic and Marketing Division) – 01
11. Scientist (Post-Harvest Technology Division) – 07
12. Scientist (Marine Biological Research Division) – 03
13. Scientist (Oceanography Division) – 07
14. Scientist (Fishing Technology Division) – 02
15. Scientist (Environmental Studies Division) – 02
16. Scientist (Regional Research Centres – Kalpitiya, Rekawa, Panapitiya, Kadolkale, Kapparatota, Trincomalee, Jaffna) – 08
17. Sociologist – 01
18. Economist – 01
19. Hydrographic Surveyor – 05

Administrative and Managerial Positions

20. Senior Extension Officer – 01
21. Assistant Director (Human Resources) – 01
22. Store Keeper – 01
23. Librarian – 01
24. Personal Assistant to Director General – 01

Technical and Support Positions

25. Technical Officer (Mechanical) – 01
26. Development Officer (Project) – 12
27. Research Assistant – 10
28. Computer Network / Hardware Technician – 01
29. Management Assistant (Non-Technical) – 04
30. Electrician – 01

A total of 76 vacancies are available under different service categories ranging from HM, AR, MM, JM, MA, to PL grades.

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit their applications using the format available on the official NARA website (www.nara.ac.lk). Applications should be sent under registered cover to the Director General, NARA, Crow Island, Mattakkuliya, Colombo 15, on or before July 21, 2025.

Applications must include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
• Copy of birth certificate
• Names and contact details of two non-related referees

Please clearly mark the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

Applicants already applied for Scientist positions advertised on January 13, 2025, must reapply. Those currently employed in government, statutory bodies, or corporations should route their applications through their respective heads of institutions.

For full vacancy details and qualifications, visit www.nara.ac.lk.