Job Description

Scientific Instrument Services Special Projects Coordinator (Temporary, Part Time)
Department: Scientific Instrument Services
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Position Overview & Responsibilities
The Scientific Instrument Services (S.I.S.) department is seeking a highly organized and adaptable professional to serve as a temporary Special Projects Coordinator. This role is essential in supporting SIS through short-term initiatives, special assignments, and departmental projects that enhance the maintenance, repair, calibration, and installation of scientific and diagnostic instruments used in cutting-edge medical research. The coordinator will work closely with SIS leadership, technicians, vendors, and research staff to ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately, and on schedule. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, resourceful, and capable of balancing independent tasks with collaborative team efforts. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assisting with planning, coordinating, and executing departmental projects and initiatives in support of SIS operations.
• Supporting SIS staff with documentation, scheduling, reporting, and project tracking.
• Coordinating with vendors, suppliers, and service providers for equipment parts, supplies, and repair scheduling.
• Maintaining accurate records related to special projects, including timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Preparing project-related communications, reports, and documentation for SIS leadership and other stakeholders.
• Assisting in the development and improvement of processes and procedures to enhance departmental efficiency.
• Serving as a liaison between SIS staff, researchers, and other departments to facilitate smooth project execution.
• Performing other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education and experience
• Knowledge of circuit boards, electronic equipment, processors, chips, and instrumentation
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems and a solid understanding of refrigeration theory of operation
• Basic knowledge of operating computers and applicable computer software
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, the metric system, and their applications
• Basic knowledge of scientific laboratory safety practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with scientific electronic equipment repair and maintenance, or vocational/technical training in electronics
• EPA 608 Certification - Covering the handling, recovery and disposal of refrigerants
• Experience with working in a health and/or science-based environment

Work Hours

• Part-time position, 3-6 month duration, with hours scheduled between 8:30AM and 5:00PM.

OMRF Overview
Founded in 1946, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nation's oldest, most respected independent, nonprofit biomedical research institutes. OMRF is dedicated to understanding and developing more effective treatments for human diseases, focusing on critical research areas such as Alzheimer's disease, cancer, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and cardiovascular disease. OMRF follows an innovative cross-disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nation's leaders in patents per scientist.
Located in Oklahoma City, a city that offers a dynamic and flourishing downtown area, with low cost of living, short commute times and a diversified economy, OMRF has been voted one of the Top Workplaces since the inception of the award. This achievement has been accomplished thanks to OMRF individuals who share a unified understanding that our excellence can only be fully realized with a collective commitment to our mission, ". . . so that more may live longer, healthier lives." Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to this mission.
OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply, visit https://omrf.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=3525677&req_loc=1037422&&#job

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