Data Science Instructor

About Newton:

Newton School of Technology (NST) is a new-age institution redefining technical education in India. Founded by IIT alumni, NST offers a 4-year B.Tech in Computer Science and AI, focused on hands-on learning and deep industry integration. Within two years, over 93% of students have secured paid internships with companies like Razorpay, SarvamAI, and DRDO, along with global exposure through tech treks to Singapore and Silicon Valley. Led by a distinguished faculty comprising ICPC World Finalists and ex-professionals from ISRO, Microsoft, MakeMyTrip, and several other leading tech organizations, NST is building a scalable, high-impact model that produces industry-ready talent for the world’s most advanced technology roles. 

About the Role:

We are currently looking for a Data Scientist + Instructor– AI/ML to join our Computer Science Department. This role is ideal for professionals with substantial industry experience who are passionate about Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning and committed to shaping the next generation of tech talent. The position combines hands-on technical expertise with academic responsibilities, including designing and delivering course content, conducting practical lab sessions, and mentoring students in core Data Science and AI/ML concepts. The ideal candidate will also collaborate with academic leaders and industry partners to ensure curriculum relevance, integrate real-world problem-solving, and drive strong learning outcomes. 

Key Responsibilities:

Teach Applied AI/ML:

Develop Industry-Relevant Curriculum:

Mentor Student Projects:

Guide & Mentor Students:

Stay Current:

Collaborate:

Assess Practical Skills:

Qualifications and Requirements:

● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, AI/ML, or related field. (PhD is valued but not mandatory.) 

7+ years of direct, hands-on professional experience

Proven Industry Track Record:

Deep AI/ML Understanding:

Passion for Teaching/Mentoring:

Required Skills:

● Technical: Expert-level Python programming. 

● Proficiency with data science libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn). 

● Hands-on experience with ML/DL frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch). 

● Strong SQL and data handling skills. 

● Understanding of ML Ops practices and tools (Git, Docker, AWS/GCP/Azure). 

● Knowledge of key AI areas (NLP, Computer Vision, Generative AI/LLMs). 

● Soft Skills: Strong communication, mentoring ability, collaboration, and a genuine passion for education. 

Good-to-Have:

● Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level. 

● Familiarity with modern teaching methodologies and academic