• Cloud and Container Computing researcher with expertise in container scheduling, load balancing, and emerging computing technologies, supported by Scopus-indexed research publications and a national Best Paper Award.
• Academic leader contributing to GTU through curriculum development for multiple computer engineering subjects, along with question paper setting, lab manual preparation, and outcome-based education practices.
• Coordinator of NPTEL Local Chapter and NDLI Club, actively promoting digital learning, technical skill development, and student engagement activities.
• Experienced in institutional administration and quality processes, including NBA accreditation work, academic planning, conference reviewing, and participation in technical and pedagogical FDPs.

Computer Programming Fundamentals (CPF)

Scripting Language Python

Fundamentals of Computer Applications (FOCA)

Computer Organization and Architecture (COA)

Computer Maintenance and Troubleshooting  (CMTS)

Cloud Computing

Web Application Development

Jigna Acharya (2024) – “Initial Docker Container Placement Algorithm in Cloud Computing” — Grenze International Journal of Engineering & Technology (GIJET), Volume 10.

Jigna Acharya, Anil C. Suthar (2022) – “Container Scheduling Algorithm in Docker Based Cloud” — Webology Journal, ISSN: 1735-188X, Vol. 19, Issue 2, pp. 627–637. (UGC CARE / Scopus Indexed).

Jigna Acharya, Anil C. Suthar (2021) – “A Novel Fault-Tolerant Container Scheduling Algorithm in Docker Based Cloud” — Design Engineering Journal, ISSN: 0011-9342, Issue 6, pp. 3284–3294. (UGC CARE / Scopus Indexed).

Jigna Acharya & A. C. Suthar (2021) – “Docker Container Orchestration Management: A Review” — Springer Proceedings of ICIVC 2021, pp. 140–153.

Jigna Acharya (2016) – “An Artificial Bee Colony Based Load Balancing Technique in Cloud Computing” — National Conference on Innovative and Emerging Technologies, Smt. S.R. Patel Engineering College, Unjha. (Best Paper Award).

Jigna Acharya, Chirag Patel (2015) – “A Review on Load Balancing Techniques in Cloud Computing” — International Journal of Engineering Development and Research (IJEDR), IF: 2.97.

Jigna Acharya, Mehta M. & Saini B. (2016) – “Particle Swarm Optimization Based Load Balancing in Cloud Computing” — IEEE 2016 International Conference on Communication and Electronics Systems (ICCES), pp. 1–4.

Jigna Acharya (2017) – “Meta Heuristics Combinatorial Optimization Techniques for Scheduling in Cloud” — National Conference on Innovative and Emerging Technologies, Smt. S.R. Patel Engineering College, Unjha.

Jigna Acharya (2014) – “Inside Threats and Countermeasures” — National Conference on Advance in Computer Science & Technology, Swami Vivekanand College of Engineering, Indore.

Jigna Acharya (2013) – “Cyber Security and Challenges” — National Conference on Advance Trend in Electronics, Computer & Communication, Vaish College of Engineering, Rohtak.

Jigna N. Acharya (2025) – “A Survey on Docker Container Scheduling using Meta Techniques: Trends, Challenges, and Future Directions” — 2nd National Conference RAICCIT 2025, IIC Cell, JIS University, Kolkata, presented on 11–12 April 2025.

Guided students in Startup & Innovation projects under SSIP (Student Startup and Innovation Policy), Government of Gujarat, providing mentorship from idea stage to prototype development and implementation.

Mentored student teams to participate in state-level and national hackathon competitions, focusing on innovation, problem-solving, and real-time application development.

Life Member – Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE), New Delhi
Membership demonstrating continued commitment to the advancement of technical education and professional development.

Life Member – Government Engineering College Alumni Association, Modasa
Actively associated with alumni initiatives supporting academic and professional networking.

Board of Studies (BoS) Member – Department of ICT, Gokul Global University, Sidhpur
Contributing to curriculum development, syllabus revision, and academic planning for ICT programs.

Board of Studies (BoS) Member – Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Gujarat Technological University (GTU), Ahmedabad

Best Paper Award (2016) – Awarded for the research paper “An Artificial Bee Colony Based Load Balancing Technique in Cloud Computing” at the National Conference on Innovative and Emerging Technologies, Smt. S.R. Patel Engineering College, Unjha.

• NPTEL Local Chapter SPOC – Promoting online technical learning and student participation.

• NDLI Club Coordinator – Facilitating digital literacy and e-learning resource access.

• NBA Accreditation Coordinator – Ensuring accreditation compliance and documentation.

• Academic Cell Lead / Academic Coordinator – Overseeing academic activities, planning, and improving academic quality.

• NEP Coordinator – Implementing and monitoring NEP 2020 guidelines within the department.

• Women Cell Member – Supporting initiatives for safety, gender sensitization, and grievance redressal for girl students.

• Write-off Committee Member – Supporting decision-making for write-off material and assets as per institute norms.

• GTU LIC Committee Member (2017 & 2018) – Representing the institute for GTU inspections.

• Procurement and Planning Support – Assisting in technical equipment purchase and documentation.

1.   Organized a Finishing School Course module on web application development with an open-source framework at RCTI, Ahmedabad. Gujarat Knowledge Society (GKS), Gujarat 18/05/2019 - 22/05/2019

2. Organized a AICTE Sponsored ATAL FDP “Artificial Intelligence in IoT and Aerial Robotics” during 16/12/2024 to 21/12/2024.