Biomedical Research Informatics Specialist

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This job supports and trains clinical research principal investigators (faculty) and their research teams (including students) in the broad areas of biomedical informatics and research data analytics to ensure success of research projects. Designs and evaluates informatics methods and products with reporting of findings that can be generalized to the broad research community; develops custom ad hoc reports and tools in support of research data management requirements;

troubleshoots issues across projects, identifies the underlying root causes and improves processes for efficiency; and provides informatics and analytics expertise in the preparation of research protocols, abstracts, presentations, manuscripts and grant applications. Collaborates with information systems and EPIC leadership to identify and implement network, database, and hardware/software needs for specific research projects or research in general; to identify, optimize and implement EPIC tools for clinical research, in particular for patient recruitment to clinical research trials;

and to represent the research department on institutional committees responsible for data analytics, data governance and data security.

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.

Required – Master's degree in biomedical informatics or computer science from an accredited school.

Preferred – PhD in biomedical informatics or computer science or MD/DO with informatics experience.

Required – 3 years of relevant professional level experience and/or post-doctoral training in biomedical informatics.

Experience with large-scale data mining and data analysis, text mining, and relational databases.

Preferred – Track record of independent research and publication on relevant topics.

Required – None.

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

• A solid understanding of medical informatics and electronic medical record systems and a very strong background in molecular biology, bioinformatics, computational biology or systems biology.

• Strong programming skills (e.g. Perl, Python, Java), experience with databases (e.g. MySQL, MSSS, Oracle, DB2, Red Cap), statistical analysis (e.g. using R, SPSS, or SAS), network visualization and analysis (e.g. GEPHI) and EPIC user interface and backend.

• Proficiency in operating a personal computer, standard software applications and basic statistical skills.

• Familiarity with medical terminology.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to researchers, clinicians and other stakeholders in a variety of fields.

• High level technical writing skills including content and grammar.

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills and ability to handle diverse responsibilities and multiple projects at one time.

• Ability to plan and manage the utilization of various resources.

• Ability to be self-directed and work independently under strict deadlines.

• Ability to deal diplomatically with all staff, faculty and others.

• Ability to travel within the state of…