The National Science Foundation (NSF), operating under the Ministry of Science and Technology, has announced a major recruitment drive inviting qualified Sri Lankan citizens to apply for a range of vacancies across scientific, administrative, technical, and support service categories.
According to the official vacancy notice, the NSF is seeking to fill more than 35 positions, including senior scientific roles, information management positions, technical appointments, and administrative support staff. The recruitment aims to strengthen the Foundation’s mission of promoting science and technology for the socio-economic development of Sri Lanka.
Key Vacancies Available
The vacancies include:
- Principal Scientific Officer (01)
- Senior Scientific Officer (01)
- Scientific Officer (08)
- Information Officer (02)
- Confidential Secretary – Contract Basis (02)
- Book Keeper – Contract Basis (02)
- Library Assistant – Contract Basis (02)
- Graphic Design Assistant – Contract Basis (02)
- Management Assistant (Non-Technological) (12)
- Technician (Electrical & Electronic) (01)
- Book Binder – Contract Basis (01)
- Driver (04)
- Office Aide – Contract Basis (02)
Qualifications and Eligibility
The advertised positions require a variety of qualifications ranging from postgraduate degrees and professional experience for scientific and managerial posts to vocational qualifications, G.C.E. Ordinary Level, and Advanced Level qualifications for technical and support staff positions.
Applicants must:
- Be citizens of Sri Lanka.
- Possess good physical and mental fitness.
- Be willing to serve in any part of the country.
Employees currently serving in government or semi-government institutions are required to submit applications through the heads of their respective institutions.
Attractive Salary Scales and Benefits
Selected candidates will receive salaries according to government-approved salary scales together with EPF, ETF, allowances, and other benefits approved by the Treasury.
Application Process
Interested candidates must complete the online application process and submit a printed copy of the application together with certified copies of relevant educational, professional, and experience certificates via registered post.
Applications should be addressed to:
Director General
National Science Foundation
47/5, Maitland Place,
Colombo 07
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| Closing Date | 15.06.2026 |
