Faculty & Research

Our dedicated academic staff drives innovation through quality teaching, impactful research, and strong industry collaboration.

Academic Staff Profiles

Profiles include CV summaries detailing qualifications, teaching and research experience, publications, and professional affiliations. Information on administrative and support staff is also available to ensure transparency.

Dr. Sarath Withanarachchi Samaranayake - Senior Lecturer in TESOL

Dr. S. W. Samaranayake

Current Position: Senior Lecturer in TESOL | PhD (Linguistics)

Department of English, Kandy-Kurunegala Campus

Academic Qualifications

  • PhD in General Linguistics, University of South Africa, 2017.
  • MA in TESOL, University of South Africa, 2012.
  • BA (Hons) in TESOL, University of South Africa, 2010.
  • Govt English Specialist Trained Teacher Certificate, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 1988.

Teaching & Research Interests

TESOL, Applied Linguistics, EFL Pedagogy, Academic Writing, Business Communication.

Professional Experience

  • English Lecturer, Silpakorn University, Thailand (2019–2025).
  • English Lecturer, University of Technology and Applied Sciences-Shinas, Oman (2012-2017).
  • English Lecturer, Prince of Songkhla University, Thailand (2006-2012).
  • English Instructor, Advanced Technological Institute, Sri Lanka (1999-2006).

Contact & Scholarly Profiles

Email: sarath.samaranayake@lexicon.lk

ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6352-726X

Mr. Mahathma Seneviratne - Senior Lecturer in IT

Mr. Mahathma Seneviratne

Current Position: Senior Lecturer in IT | MSc (Computer Science)

Department of Information Technology, Kandy-Kurunegala Campus

Academic Qualifications

  • MSc in Computer Science, University of Peradeniya, 2005.
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Technology, University of Colombo, 1998.
  • BSc in Physical Science, University of Peradeniya, 1985.

Professional Experience

Program Lead for the common degree program, Faculty of Business Management, Sri Lanka Technology Campus (SLTC).

Acting Director, Head of the Department, Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education (SLIATE).

Contact Information

Email: mahathma.seneviratne@lexicon.lk

Research, Publications & Collaborations

Research Ethics & Integrity

All research must follow high standards of integrity and accountability. Misconduct and plagiarism are governed by strict institutional policies.

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Research Oversight & Supervision

The Institutional Review Board (IRB) reviews proposals for ethical compliance. The IQAC monitors research quality, publications, innovation, and postgraduate supervision standards.

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Conferences, Seminars & Training

Faculty undergo regular workshops on pedagogy, assessment, and research ethics. The IQAC promotes capacity building for continuous improvement.

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Industry Partnerships and Consultancy

The IQAC promotes community engagement by organizing outreach programs and professional training in collaboration with industries and NGOs.