Job Description

Job Title

: Lab Assistant - Computer Science & Engineering Department

Institution

: Shiv Nadar University, Chennai

Location

: Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Employment Type

: Full-Time

Position Overview

The Lab Assistant will support the faculty and students of the Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) Department by managing laboratory operations, maintaining computing resources, assisting in practical sessions, and ensuring smooth functioning of lab-related academic activities. The role demands technical expertise, organizational ability, and a commitment to maintaining a conducive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Management

Prepare computer labs before each session by ensuring that systems, software, and equipment are functional. Maintain lab cleanliness, orderliness, and adherence to safety protocols. Assist in scheduling and coordinating lab sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Technical Support

Install, configure, and update operating systems, programming environments, and specialized software (e.g., Python, Java, C++, MATLAB, R, databases, machine learning tools). Troubleshoot hardware, networking, and software issues during lab sessions. Support faculty in conducting lab-based assessments, tests, and project demonstrations.

Student & Faculty Assistance

Guide students in using lab equipment, compilers, IDEs, and software tools effectively. Provide support during coding labs, hardware interfacing labs, and research-related computational activities. Assist faculty with preparation of lab manuals, experiments, and demonstrations.

Inventory & Maintenance

Maintain an updated inventory of lab equipment, systems, and software licenses. Coordinate with IT/Facility teams for hardware servicing, replacements, and upgrades. Ensure timely procurement of lab consumables, accessories, and licenses.

Academic & Research Support

Assist in setting up labs for advanced areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, and IoT. Provide technical support for student projects, hackathons, and departmental events. Collaborate with faculty on lab-related research experiments when required.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ?25,000.00 - ?30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Life insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person