KU

Assistant Lecturer or Lecturer

KIU Universityitpro.lk
Oct 2, 2026, 12:23 PM3w ago
Full-timeColomboEducation

About the role

KIU University is hiring an Assistant Lecturer or Lecturer for the Department of Data Science within the Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering. The role involves delivering lectures, tutorials, and practical classes in data science and related fields, preparing teaching materials, mentoring students, supervising undergraduate projects, and participating in research and departmental activities. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, sound knowledge of data science and related areas, and strong communication skills. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to teaching, research, and curriculum development in a dynamic academic environment.

Must have

  • Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, or a closely related field.
  • Sound knowledge of data science, statistics, data analysis, machine learning, programming, databases, and data visualization.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Nice to have

  • A specialization in Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Statistics, or a related area will be an advantage.
  • A Master's Degree or current enrolment in a PhD programme will be a distinct advantage.
  • Familiarity with Python, R, SQL, Jupyter Notebook, Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent platforms will be an added advantage.
  • Previous teaching, laboratory, research, or industry experience will be an added advantage.

Technologies

  • Data Analytics
  • Data Science
  • Data Visualization
  • Jupyter
  • Machine Learning
  • Power BI
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Statistics
  • Tableau

Highlights

Interested candidates should send their CV with contact details of two non-related referees within 10 days of the advertisement. The university is located at 249/1, Malabe Road, Thalangama North, Koswatta, Battaramulla, Sri Lanka.