The incumbent will play a key role in supporting the smooth operation of undergraduate Physics teaching laboratories and divisional activities in School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (SPMS).
Responsibilities include:
Teaching Lab & Course Management
Assist faculty coordinators with curriculum planning, marking schemes, scheduling of course activities, and development of experiment materials.
Test and implement new experiments, manage online course platforms, hire and brief TAs/markers, and ensure timely submission and grading of student work.
Monitor student progress and ensure compliance with laboratory safety practices.
Technical Support of Teaching Labs
Provide troubleshooting and technical assistance to students and Teaching Assistants (TAs), perform routine maintenance and repairs of lab instruments, liaise with vendors for servicing, and support software/IT needs for lab operations.
Conduct training on electronic test equipment, programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python), and data acquisition software.
Procurement and Asset Management
Handle procurement of teaching lab supplies and equipment, as well as disposal of consumables and assets.
Maintaining accurate documentation and records of teaching lab inventory and assets.
Division Visit & Event Support
Coordinate divisional events, visits, and functions, including staff meetings, conferences, workshops, and seminars/colloquia.
Manage logistics for visiting speakers (air tickets, accommodation, local transportation), create publicity materials (announcements, posters, website updates), oversee venue bookings, catering, attendance tracking, and handle speakers’ reimbursements and honoraria.
Administrative & Outreach Duties
Support School outreach programs, lab visits, and other engagement activities.
Perform ad-hoc administrative duties as required to ensure smooth divisional operations.
Requirements
Degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Minimum 3 years of relevant laboratory experience.
Practical experience in instrumentation, electrical systems, and IT troubleshooting.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with faculty, students, and external vendors.
Problem-solving mindset, with attention to detail and initiative to resolve issues independently.
Team player with adaptability to take on varied responsibilities, including technical, administrative, and event coordination tasks.
Prior experience in academic laboratories, teaching support, or course administration will be an advantage.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTU
