Associate Director, Registry Data Analytics

The American Academy of Dermatology is seeking an Associate Director, Registry Data Analytics located in our Rosemont, IL. office responsible for providing strategic direction for analytics, data operations, Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR), and Real-World Evidence (RWE) initiatives supporting Data Derm, the American Academy of Dermatology’s clinical data registry. Responsible for ensuring high-quality, research-ready data; compliance with clinical registry specifications, data governance, and national reporting requirements;

and the effective use and linkage of registry and other real-world data to support research and outcomes analysis. Direct a team responsible for advanced analytics, HEOR/RWE studies, and reporting to advance specialty-wide priorities. Collaborate across the Academy, with members, and with external stakeholders to translate Data Derm data into actionable evidence that supports the Academy’s scientific, clinical, quality, policy, and strategic goals.

The American Academy of Dermatology (Academy), founded in 1938, is the largest, most influential, and most representative of all dermatologic associations. A sister organization to the Academy, the American Academy of Dermatology Association is the resource for government affairs, health policy and practice information for dermatologists, and plays a major role in formulating policies that can enhance the quality of dermatologic care.

With a membership of more than 21,000 members worldwide, the Academy is committed to: advancing the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of the skin, hair, and nails; advocating high standards in clinical practice, education, and research in dermatology; and supporting and enhancing patient care for a lifetime of healthier skin.

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• Lead and mentor team responsible for managing Data Derm dataset, including storage, cleaning, analysis, and sharing in a HIPAA- compliant environment. Facilitate the process for de-identification of data, such as in clinical notes. Manage access to the data including to all internal and external stakeholders ensuring appropriate disclosure agreements and other operational safeguards.
• Lead development of a data strategy aligned with other efforts across AAD’s Science & Quality team including Quality Innovation but also including patient outcomes. Collaborate with key stakeholders to define registry data priorities.
• Direct analytics team to plan and execute Data Derm data releases to support research, quality improvement, and other approved initiatives. Oversee project timelines and resources to ensure timely, high-quality analytic outputs that meet stakeholder needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to define research priorities.
• Lead and implement all aspects of analytic projects, including leading advanced statistical analyses, preparation of data, development of approach and corresponding code, review of outputs, dissemination and communication of outputs with stakeholders. Review data for plausibility and patterns for outliers and inconsistencies within the data. Summarize data trends, gaps, and patterns. Work with Academy staff on review and assurance of all aspects of data quality (e.g., completeness, standardization, accuracy).
• Lead the strategy, development, and execution of data linkages between Data Derm and external data sources (e.g., claims data, EHR systems, and other real-world data assets) to enhance the depth, longitudinal value, and research utility of the registry. Ensure all linkage activities meet regulatory, privacy, and data governance requirements. Establish and…