Computer Lab Instructor - BTech(CSE),BCA

Presidency University Bangalore · India

1. Academic Support & Student Guidance

• Assist faculty members in planning, setting up, and executing weekly lab experiments and practical exams.
• Guide students during lab hours to troubleshoot programming errors (e.g., in C, C++, Java, Python, Data Structures) and software configurations.
• Maintain records of student attendance, lab journals, continuous evaluation marks, and assignment submissions.
• Conduct remedial or doubt-solving lab sessions for students needing extra technical support.

2. Lab Management & Maintenance

• Oversee the daily upkeep, cleanliness, and security of the assigned computer laboratories.
• Install, configure, and update required software applications, operating systems (Windows/Linux), and development tools.
• Troubleshoot basic hardware, software, and local networking issues, escalating complex problems to the central IT support team.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all lab assets, including desktop PCs, servers, peripherals, and software licenses.

3. Examination & Event Coordination

• Prepare the lab environment for internal assessments, university practical examinations, and external hacking competitions or workshops.
• Act as an invigilator/proctor during practical exams to ensure academic integrity.
• Assist in organizing department-level technical events, faculty development programs (FDPs), or student hackathons.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: B.E. / B.Tech / BCA / MCA / B.Sc in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related technical field.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Strong foundational knowledge in programming languages like Python, Java, C, and C++ .
• Familiarity with database systems (SQL) and web development technologies.
• Hands-on experience with both Windows and Linux/Ubuntu operating environments.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (LAN configuration, IP addressing).
• Soft Skills:
• Strong patience and communication skills to effectively explain technical concepts to students.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities to debug code quickly under time constraints.
• Strong organizational skills for maintaining academic records and system inventories.

Preferred Experience

• 1 to 3 years of experience as a Lab Instructor, Technical Assistant, or Systems Administrator in a higher education institution or a training institute.
• Freshers with strong programming skills and an academic background are often considered.