Job Description1. Title - Lab Manager – AR/VR/XR CoE N2. Job Purpose NTo manage the day-to-day operations, technical infrastructure, equipment, software, safety, and utilization of the AR/VR/XR and AI laboratories. The Lab Manager will ensure that all laboratory facilities are operational and available for teaching, projects, research, workshops, demonstrations, and industry collaboration. N n3. Key Responsibilities N A. Laboratory Operations Nn Manage the day-to-day functioning of the laboratory and ensure readiness for scheduled classes, laboratories, projects, research and demonstrations. N Maintain laboratory schedules and coordinate utilization of lab resources. N Ensure proper functioning and availability of all laboratory equipment and systems. N Ensure compliance with university laboratory policies and safety procedures. Nn B. AR/VR/XR & Immersive Technology Management Nn Operate and maintain VR/MR/AR devices and immersive systems. N Manage devices such as Meta Quest, HTC Vive, Varjo XR, Ray-Ban Smart Glasses and other XR equipment . N Support immersive displays, LED/video walls, projection systems and interactive visualization systems. N Manage Tobii eye-tracking systems, haptic gloves/suits, motion-capture systems, IoT devices, sensors and wearables . N Assist faculty and students in setting up XR experiments, demonstrations and applications. N Maintain device configurations, firmware, and licenses and associated software. Nn C. GPU Infrastructure Nn Manage GPU workstations and AI computing infrastructure used for teaching, projects and research. N Support NVIDIA GPU-based systems and ensure appropriate utilization of GPU resources. N Assist users in configuring GPU environments, drivers, CUDA/toolkits and required software. N Monitor GPU workstationavailability, performance and utilization. N Coordinate with IT/NVIDIA/vendor teams for technical issues, upgrades and maintenance. Nn D. Software & Platform Management Nn Install, configure and maintain laboratory software and development platforms. N Support platforms such as NVIDIA Omniverse, Unity, Unreal Engine and other relevant XR/AI tools. N Maintain software licenses and ensure timely renewal wherever applicable. N Maintain standard software images/configurations for laboratory systems. N Assist faculty and students in resolving software and compatibility issues. Nn E.



Equipment &Asset; Management Nn Maintain an updated inventory of all laboratory equipment, accessories and consumables. N Maintain asset registers, equipment history and service records. N Track equipment issue/return and ensure proper handling of devices. N Conduct periodic physical verification of laboratory assets. N Identify equipment requiring repair, calibration, replacement or upgrade. N Maintain records of warranty, AMC/CMC and service agreements. Nn F. Vendor & Procurement Coordination Nn Coordinate with vendors for installation, commissioning, maintenance and servicing of laboratory equipment. N Assist the department in preparing technical specifications for procurement. N Obtain technical information and quotations from vendors when required. N Coordinate demonstrations, trials and acceptance testing of new equipment. N Follow up on warranty claims, repairs and replacement of defective components. N Maintain vendor contactand service records. Nn G. Teaching, Projects & Research Support Nn Provide technicalsupport during laboratory sessions and practical classes. N Assist faculty in preparing laboratory setups, experiments and demonstrations. N Support student projects, capstone projects, hackathons and innovation activities. N Provide technical assistance to research scholars using laboratory facilities. N Support interdisciplinary projects involving AI, computer vision, XR, robotics, IoT and immersive technologies. N Assist in conducting workshops, FDPs, training programmes and industry demonstrations. Nn H. Lab Safety & Security Nn Ensure protected operation of electrical, computing, VR/XR and other laboratory equipment. N Implement procedures for safe handling and storage of VR headsets, sensors, haptic devices and other specialized equipment. N Ensure appropriate cable management, power management and UPS requirements. N Report equipment damage, safety hazards and infrastructure issues immediately. N Ensure authorized access to specialized and high-value equipment. Nn I. Documentation & Reporting Nn Maintain daily/weekly/monthly laboratory activity records.



N Prepare equipment utilization and laboratory usage reports. N Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and service logs. N Prepare reports on equipment downtime, repairs and utilization. N Maintain documentation for audits, accreditation, inspections and institutional reporting. N Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and user guidelines for laboratory equipment. Nn J. Innovation & Industry Collaboration Nn Support demonstrations of the Centre/Lab to industry partners, academic visitors and prospective students. N Recommend technology upgrades and new equipment based on academic, research and industry requirements. Nn n4. EssentialQualifications Nn Bachelor's degreein Computer Science, Information Technology Multimedia, VR/AR/XR, or a related discipline . N Relevant technical experience in laboratory management, computer systems, AI/ML, GPU computing, XR/VR/AR or immersive technologies. N Good knowledge of computer hardware, networking, operating systems and software installation. N Ability to troubleshoothardware and software issues. Nn n5. DesirableSkills Nn Experience with NVIDIA GPUs, CUDA and AI computing environments . N Knowledge of Unity and Unreal Engine . N Knowledge of NVIDIAOmniverse and digital-twin technologies. N Experience with VR/MR/AR devices and immersive displays. N Knowledge of motion capture, eye tracking, haptics, IoT, sensors and wearables. N Basic knowledge of computer vision, generative AI and LLM applications. N Experience in managing high-value technical equipment and vendor coordination. Nn n6. Key Competencies Nn Technical troubleshooting and problem solving N Laboratory and asset management N Equipment maintenance and documentation N Vendor and service coordination N User support and communication N Time management and multitasking N Safety awarenessnWillingness to learn emerging technologies Nn n7. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Nn Laboratory uptimeand equipment availability N Timely resolution of technical issues N Equipment utilization rate N Accuracy of asset and inventory records N Preventive maintenance compliance N Timely completion of vendor/service activities N Support provided for classes, projects and research N Compliance with laboratory safety and SOPs N User satisfaction amongfaculty, students and researchers N Timely submission of laboratory reports and documentation N

📌 Lab Manager - Ar/Vr/Xr Coe (Bengaluru)
🏢 Dayananda Sagar University
📍 Bengaluru