Director, Research Informatics - OIT at Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research Data Governance, Technology Solution Development, Informatics Expertise, Grant Development Assistance, Staff Management, Budget Management, Project Prioritization, Risk Management, Innovative Technology Research, Medical Informatics, Public Health Informatics, Information Services Operations, Technical Expertise, Operating Systems Administration, Data Administration, Hardware/Software Connectivity

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description The Director works to establish a governance body to develop, validate, and implement standards that facilitate the exchange and integration of research data and information. They help direct and manage the development of technology solutions that are reliable, cost-effective, robust, secure, and meet the needs of the Emory University Research Community. The role involves proactively providing services that anticipate needs and can be customized to meet a broad and changing set of functions. The Director serves as an informatics/technology expert to the Emory University research community and its strategic initiatives. They assist in the development of grants and the design of solutions as well as advocate for the research community. The role includes managing information technology staff and making optimal use of the department's resources. The Director recruits, retains, and fosters the development of highly skilled staff. They manage operational, project, and capital budgets, initiate and prioritize projects, balance resources, identify areas of risk and approaches to manage risks, escalate issues to appropriate leadership, and assist with the delivery of quality projects within time, scope, and budget. The role involves researching and developing innovative technologies and medical/public health informatics methodologies. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Leads information services operations for multiple business units. Establishes and administers a budget, serves as a technical expert, and supervises staff who support various operating systems or platforms (such as Unix, NT, Novell, Solaris, Oracle, MVS and/or VMS). Utilizes a knowledge of various operating environments to provide effective leadership. Oversees the administration of and access to organization-wide data, the information system, and hardware/software connectivity. May design and implement specific projects such as distance learning. Performs related responsibilities as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's degree and seven years of related work experience which includes the design and implementation of highly complex information systems on multiple platforms, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Previous supervisory, leadership or management experience. NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

Responsibilities

The Director establishes a governance body to develop, validate, and implement standards for research data exchange and integration, while directing the development of reliable, cost-effective, and secure technology solutions for the research community. This role involves proactively providing customized services, serving as an informatics expert, assisting with grant development, and managing IT staff and departmental resources.