Lab Assistant - Faculty of Applied Media

كليات التقنية العليا - الإمارات; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Applied Media Lab Assistant to support faculty and students by maintaining laboratories, installing and troubleshooting equipment, and overseeing audio-visual operations during events. Candidates should have relevant experience in broadcasting and strong communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional development and is part of a program to develop UAE National candidates' teaching skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience for Diploma holders.
• 2 years of similar experience required for Bachelor's holders.
• Experience in maintaining AV systems is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support faculty and students in the Applied Media program.
• Maintain and troubleshoot technical equipment.
• Provide AV support during college events.

Skills

Hands-on experience in broadcasting

Understanding of broadcasting networks

Troubleshooting AV systems

Practical workshop skills

Knowledge of technical instruments

Strong communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Diploma in Media Production

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Audio visual equipment

Post-production systems

Technical software

Job description

Position Summary

The Applied Media Lab Assistant supports faculty and students within the Applied Media program by maintaining the college's laboratories and workshops. The incumbent's scope of work includes the installation, demonstration, maintenance and trouble-shooting of technical equipment and facilities. This is a hands-on role which will have the lab instructor working closely with faculty and students with the laboratory. The Applied Media lab assistant may also provide audio visual support and oversee the AV control room at college events.

Requirements

• Diploma holders should have a minimum 3 year of relevant hands-on experience in broadcasting, media production, or an education facility focused on production. Bachelor holders are required to have 2 years of similar experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of broadcasting networks and previous experience in AV areas
• Experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting audio visual and post-production systems and equipment
• Practical workshop skills as evident by knowledge of technical instruments, software, workshop tools and other technical equipment
• Experience in the acquisition and maintenance of standard Applied Media equipment and tools
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory health and safety protocol
• A high degree of computer literacy and demonstrated ability to integrate technology in the workplace
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated competency to interact with people at all levels of the organization
• A demonstrated willingness to engage in professional development activities in order to develop and improve new and current skills, and to adapt to the evolving needs of the organization
• Previous teaching assistant experience is desirable

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