Computer Lab Instructor - BTech(CSE),BCA

Presidency University Bangalore; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freshers welcomed

Job summary

Presidency University Bangalore in Bengaluru seeks a Lab Instructor to support computer science labs. You will assist faculty in planning and running weekly experiments and practical exams, guiding students during lab hours, and maintaining records.

The role requires a B.E./B.Tech/BCA/MCA/B.Sc in CS/IT, strong programming knowledge (Python, Java, C, C++), and familiarity with Windows and Linux. Freshers with solid coding skills are welcome.

Qualifications

• Education: B.E./B.Tech/BCA/MCA/B.Sc in Computer Science, IT or related field.
• Strong programming foundations in Python, Java, C, C++.
• Familiarity with SQL and web development technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Windows and Linux/Ubuntu environments.
• Basic networking concepts (LAN, IP) understood.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Organised with ability to maintain records and inventories.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty in planning, setting up, and running weekly lab experiments and exams.
• Guide students during lab hours to troubleshoot programming errors (Python, Java, C, C++).
• Maintain attendance, lab journals, evaluation marks, and submissions.
• Conduct remedial or doubt-solving lab sessions as needed.
• Oversee daily upkeep, cleanliness, and security of computer labs.
• Install, configure, and update software and development tools.
• Troubleshoot basic hardware, software, and networking issues; escalate complex problems.
• Maintain inventory of lab assets (PCs, servers, peripherals, licenses).
• Prepare lab environments for assessments, exams, and workshops.

Skills

Python

Java

C

C++

SQL

Web development

Windows

Linux/Ubuntu

Networking basics

Communication skills

Education

B.E./B.Tech/BCA/MCA/B.Sc in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Windows

Linux/Ubuntu

SQL

Job description

• 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.
• 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 organisational 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.