Health Informatics Researcher

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

18h

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job develops a research portfolio as an independent investigator; teaches biomedical or health informatics in graduate or undergraduate programs; provides informatics and analytics expertise in the preparation of research protocols, abstracts, presentations, manuscripts and grant applications; and provides advanced analytics for health system-level, data-driven, clinical initiatives. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Requirements

Education Required - PhD or master’s degree in biomedical informatics, bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, or related field from an accredited school.
Work Experience Required - Track record of publications.
Completed post-doctoral training with PhD; OR 5 years of relevant professional level experience with master’s degree in biomedical informatics, bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, or related field from an accredited school.
Certifications Required – None.
Solid understanding of medical informatics and electronic medical record systems and a very strong knowledge of molecular biology, bioinformatics, computational biology or systems biology.
Strong programming (e.g. Perl, Python, Java), database (e.g. MySQL, MSSS, Oracle, DB2, RedCap), statistical analysis (e.g. using R, SPSS, or SAS), network visualization and analysis (e.g. GEPHI) and EPIC user interface and backend skills.
Knowledge of EPIC electronic medical record system, PCORnet and OMOP common data models.
Deep knowledge of statistical methods and practical knowledge of machine learning model building and deployment.
Knowledge of research design and methods and ability to publish research findings.
Ability to work and teach in an inter-professional environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills and ability to handle diverse responsibilities and multiple projects at one time while working independently under strict deadlines.
Ability to travel within state of employment.

Nice To Haves

Preferred - PhD in in biomedical informatics, bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, or related field from an accredited school or MD/DO.
Preferred - Track record of investigator-initiated research and related funding.
Proficiency in building interactive web interfaces using frameworks such as React, Vue.js, or Svelte.
Experience developing application programming interfaces (APIs) and backend services using Python (e.g., FastAPI or Flask) or JavaScript runtimes (e.g., Node.js).
Comfortable developing on Linux-based systems, especially lightweight desktop environments using Wayland display servers.
Familiarity with Docker containerization, secure communication practices, and network configuration is a plus .
Preferred - Nationally Recognized Informatics Certification or membership to national society.

Responsibilities

Develops a research portfolio as an independent investigator.
Pursues grant funding opportunities (federal, industry and/or philanthropic).
Presents scholarly work at conferences and/or publish in peer reviewed journals.
Works collaboratively with faculty on courses, research and special projects related to health informatics.
Provides advanced analytics for health system-level, data-driven, clinical initiatives.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

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