Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer

## Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer Apply locations:
Springfield, Massachusetts time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R43285

Baystate Health is seeking a visionary
** Chief Data & Artificial Intelligence Officer (CDAIO)
** to lead the enterprise data, analytics, and AI strategy for a mission-driven healthcare system.

This is a transformative executive role responsible for harnessing the power of data and artificial intelligence to improve patient outcomes, advance health equity, enhance operational performance, and accelerate value-based care across Baystate Health New England.

As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CDAIO will shape how data and AI are embedded into clinical care, operations, and strategic decision-making—positioning Baystate Health as a leader in digital, data-driven healthcare.
** RESPONSIBILITIES:
** The
** Chief Data & Artificial Intelligence Officer
** will define and execute a bold enterprise vision for data and AI—balancing innovation with governance, scalability, and real-world clinical impact.

Partnering closely with executive leaders across IT, clinical, and operational domains, you will build a culture where data is trusted, accessible, and actionable—and where AI is deployed responsibly to drive measurable outcomes.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Enterprise Data & AI Strategy
*** Develop and execute a comprehensive enterprise data and AI strategy aligned with organizational priorities
* Establish governance frameworks for data quality, stewardship, lifecycle management, and ethical AI use
* Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (HIPAA, HITECH, CMS)
** AI Innovation & Deployment
*** Lead the development, scaling, and adoption of AI/ML solutions across clinical, operational, and financial domains
* Identify and prioritize high-impact use cases (e.g., predictive analytics, clinical decision support, automation)
* Oversee model governance, validation, monitoring, and bias mitigation
** Clinical & Operational Impact
*** Partner with clinical leaders to embed analytics into workflows and improve patient outcomes
* Advance population health, risk stratification, and precision medicine initiatives
* Deliver insights that improve operational efficiency, throughput, and cost performance
** Data Architecture & Technology Enablement
*** Collaborate with IT to design scalable, interoperable data platforms (cloud, data lakes, warehouses)
* Ensure seamless integration across systems, including EHR platforms such as Epic
* Enable real-time data access across care settings
** Research, Innovation & Partnerships
*** Partner with academic and research organizations to advance clinical research and innovation
* Support grant-funded initiatives, clinical trials, and translational research
* Evaluate emerging technologies and strategic partnerships
** Enterprise Leadership & Culture
*** Build and lead a high-performing data, analytics, and AI organization
* Foster a culture of data literacy, innovation, and accountability
* Educate executive leadership and the Board on data and AI strategy, capabilities, and risks
** Governance, Risk & Financial Stewardship
*** Establish enterprise data governance and privacy frameworks
* Oversee cybersecurity alignment, risk management, and compliance
* Manage budgets, capital planning, and ROI for data and AI investments
* Lead vendor strategy, partnerships, and performance management
*
* SCHEDULE:

*** Full-time
*
* LOCATION:

*** 1 Monarch Place
* Springfield, MA
** QUALIFICATIONS****:
*** Bachelors Degree, required
* 15+ years of experience in IT, data, analytics, or digital leadership within complex healthcare environments, required
* 10+ years of IT or business leadership, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
* Proven success leading large-scale data and AI transformations
* Deep expertise in data governance, analytics platforms, and AI/ML applications
* Strong financial and operational acumen, including capital planning and ROI realization
* Demonstrated ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignment
* Executive presence with experience advising senior leadership and Boards
*
* Education:

** Bachelors…