Clinical Informatics Engineer

Job Summary

About the Role

This individual will develop expertise and informatics technology that will allow clinicians, researchers, and staff to improve the health outcomes of patients and advance toward a learning system at UC Davis Health (UCDH). This position reports to Enterprise Analytics and Data Services and is a key member of the Radiology Domain Specific Unit (DSU).

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis and Curation (60%)
• System Design and Maintenance (30%)
• Business Development and Strategy (10%)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and/or training in Health Informatics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Information Management Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the analysis, retrieval and management of clinical data from a healthcare software system.
• Proficiency in SQL and Python for data transformation, pipeline development, and query optimization, applied through sound data modeling, scalable design, and metadata management across research, clinical, and operational domains.
• Experience with modern cloud and data platforms (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake, AWS, Azure) for designing and implementing scalable, compliance-aware data products that serve clinical and operational use cases.
• Experience with data ingestion, high-performance streaming, transformation, and quality frameworks (e.g., Fivetran, dbt, Apache Kafka, Great Expectations) for maintaining reliable pipelines across clinical and enterprise sources.
• Experience with data visualization principles and BI tool capabilities (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) sufficient to design data models that support downstream reporting and self-service analytics.
• Experience with healthcare data standards and source systems (e.g., OMOP, Epic Clarity/Caboodle), including cohort discovery platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear technical documentation and explain complex data concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Epic Clarity/Clinical Data Model accredited or certification.
• Master’s degree or equivalent experience/training in Health Informatics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Information Management Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with orchestration technologies (e.g., Dagster, Orchestra, Apache Airflow) for managing lineage, deployment, and reproducible workflows.
• Experience supporting AI/ML workflows, including pipelines for model implementation and operational management, with attention to validity and model governance.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to assess data quality, identify risks, and develop practical solutions in regulated environments.
• Demonstrated capacity to mentor team members and promote data quality standards and best practices across both technical teams and clinical stakeholders.

Department Overview

The UC Davis Health Enterprise Analytics & Data Services (EADS) department serves as UC Davis Health's enterprise resource for data, analytics, and health computing, enabling the clinical, operational, research, and academic missions through data-driven decision-making. EADS provides the infrastructure, tools, and expertise needed to transform data into actionable insights while developing and delivering enterprise analytics solutions, dashboards, and decision-support capabilities that advance strategic initiatives and improve organizational performance.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $8,533.33-$16,866.67
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: 251
• UC Job Title: CLIN INFORMATICS SPEC 4 HX
• UC Job Code: 006361
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): M-F
• Location: UCDHAS Building (HSP165)
• Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes

Benefits

• 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.
• Retailment benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans.

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
• Able 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.
• 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.