2025 -2026 | Fulltime Lab Demonstrator - Civil Engineering

AUBH Students; Riffa2; On-site; BHD 6,000 - 9,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bahrain is seeking a Demonstrator to provide technical support in civil engineering laboratories. This role involves preparing laboratory sessions, assisting students during experiments, and maintaining lab equipment. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and is encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include delivering safety training, organizing equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional certification in a related field is a plus.
• Encouragement for fresh graduates to apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver engaging lab sessions.
• Support students during experiments.
• Oversee daily lab operations and schedule.
• Supervise students during experiments and help with data interpretation.
• Maintain organized and safe laboratory environments and logs.
• Coordinate procurement and maintenance of lab equipment and software.
• Perform standard laboratory tests according to ASTM/BS/AASHTO methods.
• Assist with surveying field and lab exercises and data processing.

Skills

Knowledge of experimental techniques, testing methodologies, and data analysis

Proficiency in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment and instruments

Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in information technology

Commitment to safety and adherence to laboratory regulations and protocols

Ability to work independently and responsibly while managing numerous projects simultaneously

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional certification in a related field is desirable

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Surveying software

Job description

The demonstrator will be responsible for providing technical support and assistance in laboratory environments. Your role will involve conducting experiments, tests, and analysis to support research and development, as well as assisting faculty, researchers, and students in various lab activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver engaging, hands-on laboratory sessions.
• Demonstrate civil engineering experiments, equipment use, and software applications.
• Support students during experiments, assisting with procedures, troubleshooting, and data interpretation.
• Ensure laboratory activities align with course learning outcomes and faculty expectations.
• Oversee smooth daily operations of civil engineering laboratories, including scheduling and resource allocation.
• Prepare experimental setups, materials, and instruments ahead of each session.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient laboratory environment.
• Demonstrate the correct use of equipment, tools, and software related to civil engineering practices.
• Operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot testing machines for soil, concrete, aggregates, and asphalt.
• Maintain accurate equipment logs, calibration records, and service documentation.
• Coordinate procurement, installation, servicing, and upgrades of laboratory equipment and software.
• Support in the procurement process, installation, servicing, and upgrades of laboratory equipment and software.
• Identifying materials needs, and creating equipment lists/specifications.
• Perform standard laboratory tests in accordance with ASTM, BS, and AASHTO methods.
• Assist with surveying field and lab exercises such as instrument setup, leveling, traversing, coordinate measurements, field data collection, and data processing using surveying software.
• Implement and enforce laboratory safety protocols, PPE usage, and emergency procedures.
• Deliver safety briefings and training for students before lab activities to familiarize students with safety measures, emergency procedures, and proper handling of materials.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional certification in a related field is desirable.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Skills and Competencies Required:

• Knowledge of experimental techniques, testing methodologies, and data analysis
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in information technology.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to laboratory regulations and protocols.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly while managing numerous projects simultaneously.