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

- 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.

- 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 recent equipment.

- 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.

- 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.

- 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.

Key Skills & Competencies

- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

- Strong organizational and inventory management skills.

- Ability to mentor students and guide research activities.

- Good communication and coordination skills for working with IIT Ropar and external stakeholders.

Performance Indicators:

- Operational uptime and readiness of the CPS lab.

- Number and quality of student/research projects supported.

- Successful coordination of joint initiatives with i-AWaDH, IIT Ropar.

- Timely maintenance and enhancement of lab infrastructure.

📌 Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) Lab In-charge (Jammu)
🏢 MiET
📍 Jammu