Vacancies for Research Assistants/Engineers
Center for Urban Water
Metro Colombo Urban Development Project
Ministry of Urban Development, Water Supply and Housing Facilities
Center for
Urban
Water
The Center for Urban Water will manage urban flood control
facilities in Metro Colombo by operating pumps and control
gates currently being constructed under a World Bank funded
project.
The activities covered by the Center are shown in the above
diagram. Its functions will not be confined to flood
management, but also will cover urban water management in
the city.
This is a call for R.Engs and RAs in Computer Science, Civil
Engineering, Computer and Database programmers, Web
Developers and Technical Officers who are interested in
joining the Center to be part of the development and
operational teams.
The following positions are available for eligible candidates.
1 R.Eng /R.A in Data Integration and
Forecasting
• BSc (Hons) Degree in Computer Science,
Mathematics or a related field with a 1st class or
2nd class.
• Experience in statistics, machine learning, neural
networks, using specialized software such as
Mathematica and Neuro Solutions would be a
plus. Knowledge of Linux operating system
management would be a plus.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Application of Deep Learning and neural networks
for forecast bias correction
• Development of routines for observed and
forecast data integration.
• Decision support system development based on
forecasted impacts
There is a provision in the program for qualified candidates to
register with a university to obtain a M.Eng degree if the
arrangements can be made either through the University of
Peradeniya or the University of Moratuwa. If selected, the
candidates will spend 1 day at the university and 4 days at the
Center, the work carried out at the center will be considered as
part of the requirements for M.Eng. programme. There can be
lectures during the weekends. Currently around 7 staff
members are enrolled in this programme.
Successful candidates will be offered a one year contract and
an allowance of Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 100,000.00+ per month
depending on the experience and qualifications that should
also cover any expenses associated with the M.Eng.
programme.
2 R.Eng in Computer System Management
• BSc Engineering degree in Computer Science or a
related field with a 1st class or 2nd Upper
• Experience in cloud server management,
programming (python, Fortran}, and Linux system
administration would be a plus
Duties and Responsibilities
• Maintenance of the Center’s server system on
cloud
• Ensuring continuous execution of system
workflows (automation) that integrate monitoring,
forecasting and simulation submodules
• Develop and operationalize central SCADA system
for managing flood control facilities based on
forecasted impacts.
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 Vacancies for Research Assistants/Engineers
Center for Urban Water
Metro Colombo Urban Development Project
Ministry of Urban Development, Water Supply and Housing Facilities

3 R.Eng in Hydrodynamic Simulations 4 RA in Monitoring Devices and Network

(2 positions) Management

• BSc Engineering (specializing in Civil Engineering) or • NVQ Level 4 or above.

advanced degree with a 2nd class or above.
• Experience with distributed hydrodynamic numerical
models will be required. Operational skills of GIS and
knowledge of programming languages (Fortran,
Python or C) will be a plus
• Knowledge and experience of IoT platforms, including
maintenance and development of embedded systems.
• Experience and knowledge of PLC / SCADA systems
• Working experience/knowledge in Unix system
administration and programming in python.

Duties and Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities

• Operational forecasting using hydro-dynamic models
for canal water levels and inundation simulation.
• Development of procedures for operating pumping
stations to minimize impacts based on forecasts
• Modeling for integrated wetland management for
flood control and environmental services
• Monitor weather and water level station functionality.
• Identify failures and take necessary actions to restore
the functionality.
• Visit weather and water level stations and carryout
inspection and identify maintenance requirements.
• Assistance in field work.

5 RA in Web Development

• BSc Degree in Computer Science or a related field

Required Qualifications
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in web development
• Comprehensive knowledge of frontend web development technologies, including HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript,
JQuery, Ajax, ReactJS, NodeJS
• Experience developing web cms using Drupal (Open Atrium) and/or PHP Laravel Framework is a must
• Experience in WordPress is a must
• Experience in Charts / Graphs development is a must (Highcharts Preferred)
• Hands-on RDBMS experience (data modeling, analysis, programming, stored procedures) – MySQL (preferred) or
Postgres
• Past experience with using web development tools and methods (source control, bug tracking, continuous integration,
etc.)
• Should have excellent English communication skills; both verbal and written

Desirable Skills
• Experience with LAMP, LEMP stacks
• Exposure to ArcGIS JavaScript API is a big advantage
• Experience in Google Maps API, Google Charts API is a plus
• Past experience using or developing web applications for real-time data
• Experience in Adobe suit would be a plus (Photoshop is preferable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain websites associated with the Center.

If you are interested please apply through the Centre website page: http://www.curwsl.org/careers

The CV should include a recent photograph and brief transcript with GPA. Information can also be sent to
CUrW administration office addressed to: raveena.hewajulige@gmail.com
Tel: 011-2186004

For clarifications please contact Prof. Srikantha Herath (srikantha.herath@gmail.com)

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