Epic Research Solutions Lead

Columbia University; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking an Assistant Director for Clinical Research Solutions to oversee Epic Research features, including evaluation, implementation, testing, maintenance, and dissemination among CUIMC researchers.

The role serves as central intake and navigator for Epic-related research questions, coordinating with IT PMO and leadership to standardize workflows, maintain a prioritized roadmap, and ensure compliant, high-quality operational processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five years of experience in clinical research systems, health systems analytics, or project management.
• Epic Research certifications (existing, or to be completed within 6 months of hire).
• Demonstrated strong project management skills including executing technical and operational project activities with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and monitor Epic research initiatives and project plans, including scope, timelines, and quality improvement, and refine related Epic request workflows with CUIMC IT PMO and operational partners.
• Maintain a prioritized implementation roadmap and inventory of Epic research tools, updated based on leadership priorities, advisory committee feedback, and research community needs.
• Coordinate with cross-departmental and external stakeholders to support clinical research solutions that interface with Epic.
• Evaluate the governance ecosystem for Epic research activities and develop a governance model with executive oversight.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Epic Research certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)

Job description

Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking an Assistant Director for Clinical Research Solutions to oversee Epic Research features, including evaluation, implementation, testing, maintenance, and dissemination among CUIMC researchers.

The role serves as central intake and navigator for Epic-related research questions, coordinating with IT PMO and leadership to standardize workflows, maintain a prioritized roadmap, and ensure compliant, high-quality operational processes.