Dir, Bioinformatics

Children's Mercy KC • Kansas City, MO

12d • $48 • Hybrid

About The Position

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy! Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years. Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital. Overview The Director Bioinformatics provides strategic expertise for the Clinical Genetics and Genomics Laboratory (CGGL). Oversees bioinformatics components of new and existing clinical test validations, as well as database management and systems integration. Collaborates regularly with members of the research analytical and informatics teams and provides expert consultation to resolve complex issues. At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Requirements

• Ph.D. Bioinformatics or related field of study and 7 or more years experience demonstrated leadership experience referred
• Master's Degree Bioinformatics or related field of study and 10 or more years experience, demonstrated leadership experience referred
• Bachelor's Degree Bioinformatics or related field of study and 12 or more years experience, within field of study and leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic expertise and oversight for informatics strategies for Clinical Genetics and Genomics Laboratory (CGGL) for a wide range of tests.
• Oversee the bioinformatics components of new and existing clinical test validations.
• Oversee database management and systems integration.
• Collaborate closely with the Children?s Mercy Research Institute (CMRI) and Analytical Research Core (ARC) to align clinical and research informatics initiatives.

Benefits

• The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.
• Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees