Computer Lab In-Charge

M G University; Kottayam; On-site; INR 152,000 - 182,000; Part time

Job summary

Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala invites applications for a temporary one-year contract post as Computer Lab Assistant. The role requires basic computer knowledge and the ability to instruct lab users in proper usage of equipment.

Qualifications include BCA, BSc Computer Science, BSc IT, or a 3-year Diploma in CS/DIT. Desirable: 2 years of lab experience; duties cover technical assistance, instruction, equipment maintenance, and keeping records. Remuneration is ₹15,000 per month.

Qualifications

• BCA, BSc CS, BSc IT or 3-year Diploma in CS/DIT required.
• Desirable: 2 years lab experience as Computer Lab Assistant/In-charge.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to computer users.
• Instruct lab users on proper use of all equipment.
• Consult supervisors on difficult issues.
• Ensure lab equipment is cared for by users.
• Monitor downloaded files to prevent spyware/malware.
• Diagnose hardware problems or escalate to an engineer.
• Maintain all required reports for the Department/Center.
• Conduct regular audits and maintenance of lab computers.
• Maintain inventory and maintenance records for lab assets.
• Set up and shut down the lab per work hours.
• Guide lab users to safety in emergencies.
• Record major works and projects in the lab.
• Take on additional tasks as assigned by the Department/Center.

Skills

Lab instruction

Printer and projector maintenance

Hardware troubleshooting

Malware prevention

English & Malayalam communication

Network knowledge

HTML basics

Education

BCA

BSc Computer Science

BSc IT

Diploma in Computer Science

Diploma in Computer Application

Tools

Network certifications

Hardware certifications

Job description

Applications are invited to the following post, on temporary - contract basis for a period of one year as detailed below:

MAHATMA GANDHI UNIVERSITY, KERALANOTIFICATION

Age: Not below 18 years and not more than 40 years as on 01.01.2026 (Relaxation to SC/ST/OBC Candidates as per rules.)

Remuneration: ₹15,000/

Number of vacancies: 02

Qualifications: BCA / BSc Computer Science / BSc IT / 3year Diploma in Computer science / Diploma in Computer application.

Desirable: 2 years of experience as a Computer LabAssistant / Computer Lab In-charge

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of computer systems, hardware, and various types of software.
• Must have the ability to effectively provide instruction to lab users.
• Knowledge of how to operate, maintain and care for printers, projectors, scanners, speakers, and other equipment used in conjunction with computers.
• Knowledge of tests that must be performed on computers to maintain optimal function.
• Good communication and listening skills - English and Malayalam.
• Able to work well in a fast-paced environment with occasional high levels of stress.
• Any Network or hardware certifications / Basics of HTML - will be an added advantage.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Technical assistance to computer users.
• Provide instruction to all lab users on the proper use of all equipment.
• Consult supervisors on more difficult issues.
• Ensure that computer lab equipment is being cared for properly by users.
• Monitor files and programs that are downloaded onto the computers to make sure spyware, malware, and other dangerous programs are not downloaded.
• Diagnose hardware problems and fix them or contact the appropriate engineer to correct the problem.
• File all reports required by the Department / Center.
• Conduct regular audits and maintenance on the computers in the lab.
• Maintain the inventory of assets in the Lab(s) and records of maintenance activities.
• Set up and shut down the lab according to work hours.
• Guide lab users to safety in the event of an emergency.
• Keep a record of major works and projects handled in the laboratory.
• Additional tasks as assigned by the Department/Center.