Associate Director, Health Data & Research Solutions

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an Associate Director for Sheps Integrated Research Solutions (SIRS) to lead the design, build, and support of secure web-based applications, databases, and workflow systems enabling health services research and multisite studies.

The role focuses on strategic leadership, delivering scalable digital infrastructure, and alignment with Sheps Center goals, while ensuring privacy, security, and best practices in product management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in information systems, computer science, public health, health informatics, or a related field; or equivalent.
• 7+ years leading software development, digital products, technical programs, or tech-enabled service delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery, quality and long-term sustainability of SIRS solutions.
• Translate complex research workflows into reliable, scalable, secure systems.
• Collaborate with PIs, study teams, and IT leadership to align with research goals and policies.

Skills

Leadership experience

Software development lifecycle

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic product management

Education

Master's degree in information systems or related field

7+ years leadership in software/digital programs

Job description

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an Associate Director for Sheps Integrated Research Solutions (SIRS) to lead the design, build, and support of secure web-based applications, databases, and workflow systems enabling health services research and multisite studies.

The role focuses on strategic leadership, delivering scalable digital infrastructure, and alignment with Sheps Center goals, while ensuring privacy, security, and best practices in product management.