Description

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.
• 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.

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 an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

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. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.