PT, GAIT Lab Assistant *Grant Funded through August 2027

Central Piedmont Community College; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Piedmont Community College in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Lab Support Assistant to aid AI coursework under the GAIT grant. You will help prepare lab workstations, set up Python and Jupyter Notebook environments, and ensure AI software is ready for instruction.

You will assist with equipment upkeep, inventory, student help during open labs, and maintain grant records and attendance data. Evening or weekend hours may be required to support classes and program events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic knowledge of Python programming.
• Basic familiarity with artificial intelligence concepts and tools.
• Proficiency with Windows and common productivity software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coordination of AI laboratory activities for courses in programming, machine learning, NLP, computer vision, and generative AI.
• Monitor students in the lab during open lab hours; track lab usage and sign-in data; perform basic data entry.
• Prepare lab for classes by setting up workstations, Python and Jupyter Notebook environments, AI libraries, and approved cloud-based AI platforms.
• Maintain lab computers and AI equipment (GPU workstations, cameras, sensors, edge devices); perform setup, updates, troubleshooting, and storage; notify supervisor of repairs.
• Assist with inventory of equipment, software licenses, and supplies purchased with grant funds; initiate ordering as needed.
• Maintain the lab's learning resources, including tutorials, datasets, code samples, and setup guides.
• Keep records of lab activities and grant participation (attendance, events, certifications, work-based learning).
• Assist students who study outside class time, including those preparing for AI certifications, under faculty direction.
• Support GAIT program events such as information sessions, workshops, and student recruitment activities.
• Follow College policies on FERPA, data security, and responsible AI use in the lab.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Python programming basics

AI concepts basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Python

Job description

Grant Funding Statement

This position is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program through the Generating Artificial Intelligence Talent (GAIT) grant, Award #2500901. Continued employment depends on the availability of grant funds.

General Function

Assists with the coordination of laboratory activities that support the Artificial Intelligence programs and the NSF GAIT grant. Helps students with hands‑on AI coursework in the lab, keeps lab computers and AI software ready for instruction, and helps maintain the records the grant requires for reporting.

• Assists with AI laboratory activities for courses in programming, machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and generative AI.
• Assists with monitoring students in the lab and during open lab hours; tracks lab usage and sign‑in data; processes basic data entry.
• Assists in preparing the lab for classes, including setting up workstations, Python and Jupyter Notebook environments, AI libraries, and approved cloud‑based AI platforms; keeps work areas clean and orderly.
• Assists in maintaining lab computers and AI equipment such as GPU workstations, cameras, sensors, and edge devices; performs basic setup, software updates, and troubleshooting; stores equipment when not in use; notifies the supervisor of needed repairs.
• Assists with inventory of equipment, software licenses, and supplies purchased with grant funds; initiates the ordering process as needed.
• Assists with maintaining the lab's learning resources, which may include tutorials, sample datasets, code examples, and setup guides.
• Assists with maintaining records of lab activities and grant participation, including attendance, event participation, industry certification completions, and work‑based learning documentation.
• Assists students who come in to work or study outside of class time, including students preparing for industry‑recognized AI certifications, under the direction of program faculty.
• Assists with GAIT program events such as information sessions, workshops, advisory board meetings, and student recruitment activities.
• Follows College policies on student privacy (FERPA), data security, and the responsible use of AI tools and data in the lab.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic computer literacy, including Windows and common productivity software
• Basic knowledge of Python programming
• Basic familiarity with artificial intelligence concepts and tools

Preferred Requirements

• Completed or current coursework in artificial intelligence, computer science, data analytics, or a related field
• Experience with Jupyter Notebook, GitHub, or machine learning libraries such as scikit‑learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch
• Industry certification in AI (for example, CompTIA AI Essentials) or IT support

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to excel individually and with a team
• Knowledge of programming and artificial intelligence fundamentals
• Ability to explain technical steps clearly to students with different levels of experience
• Ability to troubleshoot basic hardware and software problems
• Ability to keep accurate records and protect confidential student information
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds

Working Conditions

Typical computer lab environment. Some evening or weekend hours may be required to support classes and program events.

Reporting Relationships

Direction Received: Reports to the Artificial Intelligence Program Chair or GAIT Principal Investigator

Direction Given: No authority or responsibility for the direction of others