"As a university teacher and a researcher in the discipline of Geo- informatics, the overall aim of my professional career is to raise the standards of our teaching, research, administration and outreach activities. I believe that dedication and a strong commitment are required to deliver a high level of academic teaching at the university. I understand that continuously updating the knowledge through reading and participation at various academic forums both locally and internationally contributes for my resourcefulness in the professional arena. During my research career, I have realized through my experience that isolated and fragmented attempts for research should not be the focus of the academia. Budding researchers should plan out a proper research programme strategy to be implemented in several stages of their research career. I look forward to be making a stronger contribution for academic and research administration. With my experience as the Head of the Department of Agricultural Engineering at Peradeniya and Director of the Hector Kobbekaduwa Agrarian Research and Training Institute, I believe that I can lead high quality and output oriented academic and research programmes which can ultimately support the national development initiatives of the government."