Health Informatics Researcher

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.

Education

Required - PhD or master’s degree in biomedical informatics, bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, or related field from an accredited school.

Preferred - PhD in in biomedical informatics, bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, or related field from an accredited school or MD/DO.

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.

Preferred – Track record of investigator-initiated research and related funding.

Certifications

Required – None.

Preferred - Nationally Recognized Informatics Certification or membership to national society.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• 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.

Job Duties

• 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.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not