Lab Assistant-Physics

Kuwait College of Science and Technology is fully licensed by the nation's Ministry of Higher
Education/Private Universities Council and started its operation in 2016 offering degrees in Computer
Science, Computer Engineering and Electronics and Communications Engineering. In 2020, the student
population exceeded 1600, and the first cohort of engineers has graduated. The University has an
outstanding high research output among all private universities in Kuwait.

One of the cornerstones of the University's strategy is Engineering with Leadership, which means that
the University aims to produce engineering graduates who are aware and conversant with management
theory and techniques. Thus, its current engineering curricula already contain significant portions of
economics, management and entrepreneurship.

The Department of Physics is recruiting ambitious academics with a proven track record in teaching.

Job Vacancy Lab Assistant-Physics (Local candidates only)

The scope of work includes the installation, demonstration, maintenance and troubleshooting of

equipment and facilities related to the This is a hands-on role which will have the Laboratory Assistant

working closely with faculty and students in laboratories and workshops. The Laboratory Assistant sets

up the lab in preparation for experiments and maintain supplies and documentations.

In addition to the above the Laboratory Assistant is committed to assist in delivery of engineering, math,

science and IT tutorials and labs as per the work needs. The Laboratory Assistant may also be assigned

any work other than the agreed upon, if necessary, within the qualifications and expertise of the

Laboratory Assistant.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists in the development of labs. Operational condition and maintenance of teaching

equipment

Support students and faculty in using machines, tools, and equipment within the laboratory.

Supports faculty and students in resourcing and implementation phase of student projects, as

required.

Assist in furnishing the experiments. Fixing setups and following up with the needs of the lab

Provide technical support to the experimental logistics within the research lab of

Nanotechnology and Photonics

Support Teaching Assistants on the lab session in both instruction and grading processes

Prepare reading materials or supplementary notes.

Maintain grade records of students in the tutorial and lab sessions.

Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional

knowledge.

Provide guiding support to the FYP projects.

Assist faculty members with student conferences and project or research.

Successful candidates are expected to have:

Bachelor's degree in engineering from a reputed University

KSE Membership

Minimum 1-2 years experience in Physics labs and labs of nanotechnology & Photonics

preferably in higher education

Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Good class room management skills

Ability to make a good impression on students

Professional attitude towards work and colleagues

Respect for diversity

Organizational and planning skill

Fluent in written and spoken English is essential