Director, Data Acquisition and Architecture Services (CLIN INFORMATICS MGR 2)

This work entails defining the key milestones, timeframes, resources and funding levels necessary to meet the enterprise strategic data acquisition, architecture, and management needs of UCDH. The Director will define resource requirements and lead the implementation of a staffing model necessary to execute on both tactical and strategic needs in the most efficient and productive manner.

Apply By Date

June 16, 2025 at 11:59p PT; screening and selection can begin at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience leading enterprise-wide data modernization efforts, including cloud migration, data governance, AI/ML integration, and technology infrastructure expansion to support emerging institutional needs
• Experience working with data warehousing, data management, or business intelligence systems; managing complex data systems, data projects, or project teams; Working in biomedical informatics, information technology, or related field
• Experience ensuring data security and compliance with regulatory frameworks such as HIPAA, 21st Century Cures Act, GDPR, and NIST
• Experience managing clinical enterprise data platforms, such as Clarity, Caboodle, i2b2, and/or OMOP database models
• 5 years demonstrated leadership experience at a manager level, with a proven track record of leading change management initiatives and influencing stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Health Informatics, or equivalent experience in a related field
• Strong knowledge of healthcare data interoperability standards, including FHIR, HL7, and OMOP, for integrating clinical and research data
• Comprehensive knowledge of IT strategy, data architecture, and emerging technologies, including expertise in data communications, computing infrastructure, vendor solutions, and software applications
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including senior leadership and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to develop strategic plans, build team capabilities, optimize operations, and manage budgets effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant industry certifications such as: Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), AWS Certified Data Analytics or Azure Data Engineer, TOGAF (Enterprise Architecture), ITIL (IT Service Management), PMP (Project Management Professional)
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Health Informatics, or a related field
• Advanced experience working with data warehousing, data management, or business intelligence systems.
• Advanced experience managing complex data systems, data projects, and project teams
• Advanced of experience working in biomedical informatics, information technology, or related field
• 3 years demonstrated leadership experience at a senior manager or director level, with a proven track record of leading enterprise-wide change management initiatives and influencing stakeholders across institutional boundaries.
• Demonstrated experience supporting and presenting to executive leadership
• Experience supporting faculty researchers in accessing and managing clinical, operational, or genomic data
• Experience collaborating with research faculty, clinicians, and administrators to support extramurally funded projects (e.g., NIH, NSF grants)
• Familiarity with the unique data challenges in academic medical centers, including clinical research, patient data privacy, and regulatory compliance
• Proven ability to foster a data-driven culture and enable self-service analytics across an institution
• Ability to build partnerships with external organizations, including industry and governmental agencies, to advance data sharing and research initiatives

Key Responsibilities

Information Technology Department Leadership (30%)

• Define and implement the vision, strategy, and roadmap for data architecture and management, ensuring alignment with institutional goals. Establish governance frameworks, policies, and standards for data security, access, and compliance.
• Lead and oversee the Acquisition and Architecture Team's daily operations, managing staff, projects, budgets, and performance expectations. Ensure production applications are maintained to meet customer needs and that functional department priorities are addressed through feasibility studies and system design. Develop departmental strategies for handling production incidents, service requests, and operational tasks while fostering clear communication and engagement through regular meetings. Manage with autonomy, evaluate direct reports, and ensure timely performance reviews.

Information Technology Division Leadership (20%)

• Actively contribute to IT leadership, partnering with managers to address division-wide challenges and advise senior management on complex issues, negotiations, and strategic decisions. Lead the design and evolution of enterprise data architecture, ensuring scalable, interoperable solutions that support both structured and unstructured data needs.
• Implement strategic policies, drive innovation, and support UCDHS and IT division goals. Maintain a broad IT perspective that aligns with the Health System's mission, participating in senior IT leadership meetings and contributing to divisional strategy. Oversee major projects, process improvements, and budget activities, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement across IT teams.

Data Management and Engineering Operations (15%)

• Oversee the development, maintenance, and optimization of data pipelines, ETL processes, and integration solutions to ensure high availability and performance for research and clinical operations. Lead and coordinate IT Health Research, Data Management, and Analytics projects, including system enhancements, deployments, upgrades, and integrations.
• Ensure transparency in decision-making, align team efforts with the Health System's mission, and keep staff informed of organizational priorities. Hold staff accountable for project documentation, system requirements, and budget planning while ensuring collaboration with IT and security teams. Manage vendor relationships, enforce contract compliance, and provide high-quality executive-level project updates, including budget analysis and financial oversight.

Human Resource Administration (15%)

• Continuously engage senior leaders, stakeholders, and peer leaders in the Data COE to coordinate capabilities, deliverables, milestones, and performance metrics. Define key benchmarks to assess team performance and ROI. Provide updates to the IT Governance Steering Committee as needed.

Customer Service and Teamwork (10%)

• Foster collaboration across research, clinical, administrative, and IT teams to understand data needs and deliver effective solutions. Communicate with senior management and Data team members to align priorities, manage expectations, and integrate key transaction systems into the Data Warehouse. Promote a culture of excellence by supporting education, training, and data democratization efforts, ensuring users have the tools for self-service analytics. Serve as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders to enhance partnerships and maximize the impact of data initiatives.

Staff Development Mentoring and Coaching (10%)

• Ensure data management practices comply with HIPAA, IRB, and other regulatory requirements. Develop and enforce security policies to safeguard sensitive institutional and patient data. Implement risk mitigation strategies and incident response plans for data-related risks.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Full Salary Grade Range: $129,000 - $294,000
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 28
• UC Job Title: CLIN INFORMATICS MGR 2
• UC Job Code: 006045
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): M - F
• Location: UCDHAS Building (HSP165)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes, full benefits
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work with )

Department Overview

The Data COE supports UCDH's goal of becoming a world leader in data and analytics, driving clinical, operational, research, and academic excellence. It enables a learning healthcare system through the creation of reusable enterprise data assets and fosters collaborative partnerships between data users and UCDH IT.

The Data COE focuses on three core areas of excellence:

• Data Provisioning Core (DPC): Deliver the right data to the right people, at the right time, in the right format, ensuring efficient access for computation, presentation, and analysis.
• Health Computing Core (HC2): Provide secure, sophisticated, and user-friendly computing environments for data storage and analysis.
• Health Analytics Core (HAC): Develop and implement mission-critical analytics solutions for strategic enterprise initiatives.
  
  

By integrating clinical, financial, and operational data, the Data COE empowers clinicians, faculty, and staff to leverage UC Davis Health's rich electronic health records. It transforms raw EMR data into curated insights, supporting both real-time patient care decisions and deeper population health analyses to drive efficiency and improve outcomes.

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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