Junior Lab Superintendent (Technical)

Job Title: Junior Laboratory Superintendent

Reports to: Head of Department - Physics

Location: Ashoka University Campus, Sonipat

Experience (in years): 5- 7 years.

Nature of work: Full-time

About Ashoka University:

Ashoka University -India’s premier interdisciplinary teaching and research university. An institution that has become a beacon of academic excellence in less than 10 years since its inception. At Ashoka, we encourage you to embrace the new, push the boundaries for continuous learning, and adapt to a world of constant change Because we believe that each Ashokan is capable of becoming a thought leader.

As part of our thriving and committed workforce, you will:

Be Mission-Driven: Champion interdisciplinary learning, innovative pedagogy, and academic rigor to transform Indian higher education.

Think Strategically: Collaborate with visionary minds to shape the future of higher education through strategic planning and a forward-thinking approach.

Act Authentically: Embrace authenticity and integrity, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every voice is valued.

Take Accountability: Own your work and drive positive change, as an empowering individual seeking to make a meaningful contribution.

Build Collaboration: Experience the power of teamwork and diverse perspectives, working collectively towards our shared goals.

Deliver Excellence: Strive for excellence in all aspects, upholding the highest standards of academic excellence, student support, and professional development opportunities.

At Ashoka University, we are on a mission to redefine higher education and create a remarkable space where innovation and collaboration thrive. As a pioneering force in interdisciplinary learning, we continually grow and adapt to stay at the forefront of educational excellence with emphasis on inclusivity and equal opportunity. Our philosophy revolves around care, well-being, and connection, which are deeply embedded in everything we do.

When you join our community, you become part of an extraordinary journey in which you can unleash your potential and make a meaningful impact. Where education empowers, where innovation thrives, and where excellence and humility coexist. We truly believe the world will enrich itself when there is progress with purpose.

About the Department of Physics:

The Department of Physics at Ashoka University offers undergraduate and PhD level courses in Physics and Astronomy. The curriculum emphasizes experiential learning and includes nine full-semester laboratory courses. In addition, there are three major research laboratories where the faculty, PhD scholars and Undergraduate thesis students carry out their experimental research. Currently the department has ten permanent faculty members and several visiting faculty. Research areas at the department include Magnetism, Soft matter physics, Biophysics, Quantum physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology.

Role and Responsibilities:

Teaching and Research labs are intertwined, and the Laboratory Supervisor (Technical) should take the overall

responsibility of the smooth functioning of all the physics labs in Ashoka University. Specific duties of a Laboratory

Supervisor (Technical) shall include but not be limited to

a) Designing (technical drawing) and fabricating components required for the physics labs either using in-house

makerspace or from outside.

b) Designing simple electrical (electronic) circuits required in the physics labs.

c) Building new experimental setups/facilities in consultation with the faculty.

d) Developing or improving lab experiments, policies, and procedures as decided by the department.

e) Managing inventory of equipment and supplies, software and chemicals in physics labs.

f) Maintaining the record of budget allocations for laboratory equipment, supplies and lab teaching materials.

g) Providing laboratory related assistance to physics program chair and other faculty.

h) Implementing lab safety protocols and safety training for the users if required.

i) Providing support to physics lab related activities and workshops.

j) Developing class-room lecture demonstrations with the help of faculty.

k) Assisting research projects of students.

l) Representing the physics program in outreach events both on and off campus.

m) Managing IT related requirements for the experimental and computational teaching and research.

The total working hours in a week is around 40 hours, and Laboratory Supervisor (Technical) is expected to adjust his/her working schedule as per the departmental requirements.

Qualification:  Fresh B.Tech (B.E) in Mechanical/Electronics/ Electrical Engineering or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical / Electronics Engineering with 5 years’ working experience will be considered for the lab supervisor (Technical) role. No PhD degree will be considered.

Skills Required:

a. Excellent hands-on skills and technical proficiency in handling machine tools and scientific measurement instruments.

b. Good working knowledge of engineering drawing software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks etc).

c. Excellent hands-on skills and technical proficiency in basics electronics/electrical work.

d. Fair working knowledge of IT systems.

e. Interfacing and integration of instruments using LabView/ Matlab or any other platforms

f. Good teamwork skills