Director, Lab Informatics & IT Strategy

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 89,880 - 146,055; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Paid parental leave

PSLF program eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a senior informatics and IT leader to plan, implement, and direct computer-related technologies across Lab Medicine, Anatomic Pathology, Outpatient Testing, and community labs. You will manage IT support for clinical lab functions, strategic planning, asset management, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance while guiding subordinate staff.

The role requires strong leadership and an ability to translate clinical needs into robust

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field.
• Seven years of related experience required.
• MT (ASCP) or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct laboratory informatics and IT support.
• Coordinate asset management for IT needs in labs.
• Direct informatics projects and liaise with end-users.
• Ensure compliance with quality, regulatory and licensing standards.

Skills

7 years of related experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Job description

UAB Medicine is seeking a senior informatics and IT leader to plan, implement, and direct computer-related technologies across Lab Medicine, Anatomic Pathology, Outpatient Testing, and community labs. You will manage IT support for clinical lab functions, strategic planning, asset management, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance while guiding subordinate staff.

The role requires strong leadership and an ability to translate clinical needs into robust