Exec Dir, Research Informatics - #1 Hospital in CA

Cedars-Sinai

About The Position

The Executive Director of Research Informatics is responsible for advancing academic excellence by delivering timely research-grade data solutions, high-performance computing, applications, translational AI research support, and other IT enabling functions across Cedars Sinai Health System. This position requires a strong background in research informatics, commitment to supporting higher education and academic research, and leadership capabilities to direct a team of technical professionals. Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents. Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.

Requirements

strong background in research informatics
commitment to supporting higher education and academic research
leadership capabilities to direct a team of technical professionals

Responsibilities

Lead the strategic development and delivery of multimodal research-grade data products and services to support cutting-edge academic research initiatives.
Direct the development and implementation of transformative initiatives that advance Cedars Sinai's position as a leader in academic research and higher education.
Serve as a key thought partner to academic administration, faculty, students, and researchers for identifying, developing, and implementing advanced technology solutions that differentiate Cedars Sinai.
Oversee the implementation and management of high-performance computing and storage infrastructure to meet the evolving demands of complex research programs.
Develop and execute strategic initiatives to drive awareness and adoption of RISCC (Research, Informatics and Scientific Computing Core) technology solutions among academic stakeholders.
Direct the deployment of sophisticated technology solutions to streamline clinical trial enrollment and facilitate the implementation of AI discoveries in clinical settings.
Work with academic leadership to align RISCC capabilities with institutional research strategy and educational needs and priorities.
Direct the management of operating and capital expenditures for the department with strong financial stewardship, including budget development and resource allocation.
Establish standards and protocols for comprehensive support of education and research applications across the institution.
Collaborate with Enterprise Information Services (EIS) leadership to ensure seamless integration of research technology services within the broader institutional technology ecosystem.
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals and research priorities.
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing team of analysts, business intelligence developers, and technical professionals.
Provide executive mentorship and foster professional development and growth of team members.
Establish and nurture a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Provide executive oversight for the consistent delivery of trusted, timely, and high-impact solutions to customers.