Software Project Coordinator - Medical Laboratory Systems

Job Summary:We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Associate Software Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and delivery of software projects used in medical laboratory environments. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, basic technical understanding, and an interest in healthcare technology. This role provides hands-on experience with laboratory software systems—including Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), instrument integrations, and compliance-driven updates—while working closely with senior project managers and technical leads to ensure reliable and compliant system performance. Fully onsite role.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Coordination & SupportAssist in defining project scope, deliverables, and timelines in collaboration with project leads and laboratory stakeholdersCoordinate activities among developers, QA testers, analysts, and lab staff to maintain project momentumTrack progress against milestones and support documentation of project plans and requirementsSoftware Development ProcessSupport Agile or hybrid development workflows by preparing meeting notes, updating tracking tools (e.g., Jira), and helping organize sprint ceremoniesMaintain project artifacts, such as user stories, workflow diagrams, and test documentationCollaborate with senior technical staff to understand system integrations and data flowsMaintenance & OperationsHelp track and prioritize maintenance tasks, bug reports, and enhancement requestsAssist in documenting system issues and coordinating their resolution with development and support teamsContribute to software release documentation and version trackingStakeholder CommunicationSupport communication between IT, laboratory teams, and vendors to ensure updates and issues are clearly documentedPrepare status summaries, dashboards, and risk logs for review by senior project managersHelp translate technical updates into operational terms for lab usersRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Health Informatics, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)1–3 years of experience in software or IT project coordination, ideally within healthcare, research, or regulated industriesUnderstanding of basic Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) conceptsFamiliarity with project management or Agile tools such as Jira, Trello, or ConfluenceStrong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skillsPreferred QualificationsExposure to healthcare or laboratory information systems (LIS, EHR, or related IT systems)Knowledge of healthcare data standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR) or an interest in learning themExperience with technical documentation or test coordinationCAPM, or Scrum Master certification (or willingness to pursue)Understanding of quality system processes and regulatory environments in healthcare technology