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ITI Research Scientist & Research Engineer Vacancies 2026
The Industrial Technology Institute, functioning under the Ministry of Science and Technology, invites applications from qualified and resourceful Sri Lankan citizens.
About the Industrial Technology Institute
The Industrial Technology Institute, known as ITI, is the successor to the Ceylon Institute of Scientific and Industrial Research.
It is a multidisciplinary research institute dedicated to promoting industrial development through research and development, consultancy, contract services, training and technical services.
Available Positions
Suitable for candidates possessing recognised science degrees and relevant postgraduate research qualifications, subject to the qualification categories stated below.
Suitable for candidates possessing a recognised four-year engineering degree, relevant postgraduate qualifications or recognised professional membership.
Relevant Subjects and Specialisations
Fields of Application at ITI
Research Scientist – Qualifications
Candidates must satisfy at least one of the following qualification categories:
Research Engineer – Qualifications
Candidates must satisfy at least one of the following qualification categories:
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct research, experimental development and technological services according to client requirements and institutional priorities.
- Participate in technology transfer, sourcing, adaptation, adoption and transfer of suitable technologies to local industries.
- Analyse patents, intellectual property documents and relevant techno-legal or business information.
- Issue reports and certificates efficiently and effectively.
- Maintain and calibrate instruments and retain the required records and documentation.
- Use the Institute’s ERP system and other ICT tools effectively.
- Prepare and deliver internal seminars and participate in relevant training programmes.
- Prepare multidisciplinary proposals for external funding in identified priority areas.
- Provide training, advice and assistance to team members, subordinates and students.
- Support supervisors and work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Section Head, Additional Director General or Director General.
Age Limit
The upper age limit does not apply to employees of government departments and corporations.
Salary and Benefits
The AR 1-II salary scale effective from 1 January 2027 is:
Rs. 91,650 – 102,480 – 15 × 3,450 – Rs. 168,200
- Performance-based incentives may be available.
- A contributory medical insurance scheme may be provided.
- Employees contribute 10% of gross salary to the Provident Fund.
- ITI contributes 15% of gross salary to the Provident Fund.
- ITI contributes an additional 3% to the Employees’ Trust Fund.
How to Apply
Applicants must use the prescribed ITI application format.
The completed application should be submitted together with:
- Photocopies of educational qualifications
- Photocopies of professional qualifications
- Evidence of relevant experience
- Names and addresses of two unrelated referees
The post applied for and the relevant subject or field of specialisation must be clearly written on the top-left corner of the envelope.
Applicants employed in government departments, state corporations or statutory boards must submit applications through the heads of their institutions. An advance copy may be sent directly.
Postal Address
Industrial Technology Institute
363, Bauddhaloka Mawatha
Colombo 07
Sri Lanka
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