Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) Lab In-charge

The CPS Lab In-charge will oversee the operations, technical management, and academic support of the newly established Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) Laboratory, developed in collaboration with i-AWaDH, IIT Ropar. The role requires ensuring smooth functioning of all equipment, facilitating research and innovation, and providing technical guidance to faculty, students, and research teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Laboratory Operations & Management

• Plan and supervise day-to-day operations of the CPS Lab.
  

• Maintain an updated inventory of all equipment, components, and software tools received through the i-AWaDH collaboration.
  

• Schedule and coordinate lab sessions for courses, workshops, and research projects.
  

• Ensure smooth execution of joint activities and projects with i-AWaDH, IIT Ropar.
  

2. Technical Support & Infrastructure Maintenance

• Oversee installation, configuration, and maintenance of CPS-related hardware (sensors, controllers, IoT devices, robotics kits, etc.) and software platforms.
  

• Monitor network and system security for connected devices and cloud-based services.
  

• Coordinate with vendors and i-AWaDH technical teams for repairs, upgrades, or procurement of new equipment.
  

3. Academic & Research Facilitation

• Assist faculty and research scholars in conducting experiments and prototype development in areas like IoT, robotics, automation, and AI-driven CPS.
  

• Support student projects, hackathons, and innovation challenges aligned with the i-AWaDH initiatives.
  

• Prepare lab manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical documentation.
  

4. Safety, Compliance & Quality

• Implement and monitor lab safety protocols for electronics, robotics, and high-voltage equipment.
  

• Ensure compliance with institutional, i-AWaDH, and regulatory guidelines.
  

• Maintain proper documentation for audits, equipment usage, and safety inspections.
  

5. Collaboration & Reporting

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the institute and i-AWaDH, IIT Ropar.
  

• Prepare periodic reports on lab utilization, research outputs, and project progress.
  

• Facilitate workshops, industry-academia collaborations, and outreach activities.
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
  

• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience in managing advanced technical laboratories or R&D projects.
  

• Strong background in IoT, embedded systems, automation, robotics, or related CPS technologies.
  

• Hands-on experience with programming (Python, C/C++, MATLAB) and relevant CPS tools/platforms.