Job Title: Lab Assistant – Physics Department
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Coimbatore
Industry: Education
Qualification: Diploma in EEE / ECE or B.Sc Physics
Experience: 1 – 3 Years
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Lab Assistant for the Physics Department to support laboratory operations, practical sessions, and scientific experimentation activities. The candidate will assist faculty members in conducting laboratory classes, preparing laboratory equipment and materials, guiding students during experiments, and ensuring proper maintenance and safety within the laboratory. The role requires basic technical knowledge in physics laboratory practices, instrumentation, and equipment handling.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist faculty members in conducting practical classes and laboratory sessions for Physics students.
- Prepare laboratory equipment, apparatus, instruments, and materials before practical sessions.
- Support students during physics experiments, practical activities, project work, and scientific demonstrations.
- Demonstrate proper handling and operation of laboratory instruments and scientific equipment.
- Assist in setting up experiments, measurements, and laboratory demonstrations.
- Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, servicing, and safe operation of laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Maintain records of laboratory inventory, consumables, equipment usage, and maintenance schedules.
- Monitor laboratory activities and ensure adherence to laboratory safety procedures and discipline.
- Support exhibitions, workshops, and practical examinations conducted by the department.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety within laboratory premises.
- Coordinate with faculty members and department staff for the smooth functioning of laboratory activities.
Desired Candidate Qualification
- Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) / Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) or B.Sc in Physics – mandatory.
- 1–3 years of experience in laboratory assistance or technical support activities.
- Basic knowledge of physics laboratory practices, instrumentation, and equipment handling.
- Ability to handle laboratory equipment and assist students during practical sessions effectively.
- Good understanding of laboratory safety standards and maintenance procedures.
- Basic computer knowledge and documentation skills.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to maintain records and laboratory documentation accurately.
- Attention to detail and adherence to safety standards.
- Experience in educational institutions/polytechnic/engineering colleges is preferred.
About the Institutions:
PSG College of Technology, is a Govt. Aided, Autonomous, Affiliated to Anna University and ISO 9001:2015 certified Institution. This is one of the foremost institutions founded by the PSG & Sons' Charities Trust (1926). The College was established in the year 1951 and the Founders wisely decided to locate it in the same campus as the PSG Industrial Institute for effective industry-institute interaction.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
