Data Science Instructor

upGrad; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Upskilling programs

Medical insurance

Incentives for referrals

Mentor and content design exposure

Competitive reward structure

Job summary

upGrad is seeking a Data Science Instructor for its Offline Learning Centres in India. You will deliver engaging sessions on Data Science, ML, and DL to students and working professionals, with a focus on practical projects and real-world applications.

You will mentor learners, track progress, and work with centre teams to ensure strong outcomes while staying current with industry tools and techniques. This role blends teaching with curriculum development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of teaching/training experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, or related fields.
• Strong programming skills in Python and understanding of SQL, Excel.
• Solid grasp of ML/DL concepts such as Regression, Decision Trees, Random Forests, Ensemble methods, Neural Networks, NLP, Recommendation Systems,etc.
• Strong communication, presentation, and mentoring skills.
• Comfortable with both classroom delivery and online teaching (camera-facing).

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-person lectures and training sessions in Data Science, Machine Learning, Deep Learning and related domains.
• Guide learners through concepts, case studies, and projects to ensure strong understanding and application.
• Collaborate with Centre Managers and academic teams to monitor learner progress and outcomes.
• Support students with doubt-solving, mentorship, and building career-ready skills.
• Continuously update knowledge and content to stay current with industry trends and tools.

Skills

Python

SQL

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Data Science Instructor – Offline Learning Centres

Working Days: 6 (Monday – Saturday)

About upGrad

Founded in 2015, upGrad is Asia's largest integrated Learning, Skilling, Workforce Development, and Placement company. Its offerings include online and hybrid degrees, study abroad programs, certifications, bootcamps, and doctorates for working professionals. Through its B2B arm, upGrad also provides enterprise training, recruitment, and staffing services. With 10M+ learners across 100+ countries, 300+ global university partners, 2500+ pathway connections, and 20,000+ recruitment partners, upGrad continues to empower careers worldwide

About the Role

As an Instructor at our Offline Learning Centres, you will deliver engaging sessions in Data Science, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and related fields to students and working professionals. You will play a vital role in ensuring high-quality learning outcomes through classroom teaching, mentorship, and academic support. This is a unique opportunity to combine your passion for technology and education, while shaping the careers of tomorrow.

6 Reasons to Join upGrad Offline Learning Centres

• 1.Career Growth & SME Pathway: Accelerate your career with opportunities to move into leadership roles and grow as a Subject Matter Expert by contributing to content development, curriculum design and new program launch es.


• 2.Continuous Upskilling: Access 100% free upGrad programs for yourself and a 50% discount for your family.


• 3.Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing: Benefit from INR 5L medical insurance for yourself and your family, plus a 24x7 mental health helpline for all-round support.


• 4.Attractive Incentives: Earn additional incentives for successful student referrals from your batches, giving you direct rewards for expanding the learner community.


• 5.Employee Referral Bonus: Receive INR 15,000 for every successful employee referral – bring great talent to upGrad and get rewarded.


• 6.Impact & Exposure: Opportunity to work with industry leaders, design cutting-edge content, and directly impact learner success.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver in-person lectures and training sessions in Data Science, Machine Learning, Deep Learning and related domains.


• Guide learners through concepts, case studies, and projects to ensure strong understanding and application.


• Collaborate with Centre Managers and academic teams to monitor learner progress and outcomes.


• Support students with doubt-solving, mentorship, and building career-ready skills.


• Continuously update knowledge and content to stay current with industry trends and tools.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2+ years of teaching/training experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, or related fields.


• Strong programming skills in Python and understanding of SQL, Excel.


• Solid grasp of ML/DL concepts such as Regression, Decision Trees, Random Forests, Ensemble methods, Neural Networks, NLP, Recommendation Systems,etc.


• Strong communication, presentation, and mentoring skills.


• Comfortable with both classroom delivery and online teaching (camera-facing).

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.