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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief informatics officer in Boston, MA is $180,875.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $143,400.00 and $211,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Chief Informatics Officer?

A Chief Informatics Officer (CIO) is a senior executive responsible for overseeing the management and strategic use of information and technology within an organization, particularly in healthcare or research settings. They bridge the gap between clinical operations, IT, and data analytics to ensure that information systems support organizational goals. The CIO leads initiatives related to electronic health records, data governance, and digital transformation, enabling better decision-making and improved patient outcomes. Their role involves collaborating with stakeholders to identify technological needs and implementing solutions that enhance efficiency, security, and compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Chief Informatics Officer?

To thrive as a Chief Informatics Officer, you need expertise in health informatics, data analytics, and IT management, typically supported by an advanced degree in health informatics, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, data integration tools, and compliance frameworks like HIPAA is critical. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills help bridge clinical, technical, and executive teams. These abilities are essential for successfully implementing technology solutions that improve patient care, organizational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

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A Chief Informatics Officer (CIO) often encounters the challenge of bridging the gap between technology and clinical practice. This requires balancing the needs of clinicians with organizational IT capabilities, ensuring that new systems enhance rather than hinder workflow. CIOs must also address concerns about data privacy, interoperability, and user adoption while fostering collaboration among interdisciplinary teams. Success in this role relies on strong communication skills and a deep understanding of both healthcare operations and informatics.

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Infographic showing various Chief Informatics Officer job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, and 16% Part Time. Highlights an 90% In-person, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $180,875 per year, or $87 per hour.

Senior Business Intelligence Analyst

Boston, MA • Hybrid

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees

$99K - $115K/yr

Full-time

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

The Enterprise Data & Analytics (ED&A) team at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking a Senior Business Intelligence Analyst. In partnership with Business Strategy, the Senior Business Intelligence Analyst builds claims-based analytical models, integrates clinical and operational data, measures key clinical and operational metrics, and delivers analyses that inform Institute growth, resource allocation, and process improvement. Ongoing projects encompass market analyses from claims, referral tracking, and performance measurement for strategic initiatives, all of which are delivered as decision-grade reports and executive summaries for operating and strategy reviews.
The Enterprise Data & Analytics (ED&A) team is a subdivision of the DFCI Informatics and Analytics department led by the Chief Health Information Officer. Given access to an extraordinary range of healthcare data (including medical and pharmacy claims, enrollment, EMR, scheduling, billing, referral and laboratory results), the ED&A team is relied upon to drive the transformation of data into valuable and actionable insights. The team supports areas such as quality, operations and most importantly, patient care.
The Senior Clinical Operations Analyst will work with a variety of tools (e.g. SQL, Excel, Tableau, etc.) to dive into the data, build interactive tools, and own the sources of truth necessary to meet the needs of the Institute.
This role is hybrid with the expectation of being on site 1-2 days per week.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
 

  • Responsible for working on multiple (2-3) projects simultaneously supporting multiple business stakeholders
  • Collaborate with manager to identify high level business need, develop project charter, and consult with the business to define scope
  • Lead business requirement gathering
  • Identify data source(s) and develop technical data design requirements
  • Develop viz wireframes and leverage BI tools to craft visualizations and dashboards
  • Write SQL queries to develop data sources
  • Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders for QA and UAT
  • Conduct stakeholder training
  • Share knowledge within ED&A and train analysts on common tasks
  • Contribute to development of analytic assets that can be used institute wide
  • Address stakeholder feedback, concerns and aim to deliver a high-level of customer service

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 

  • Proficient with SQL
  • Proficient with BI tools e.g., Tableau
  • Proficient navigating Epic Hyperspace to Clarity Data Model to data warehouse
  • Able to set appropriate expectations, discuss and present results to customer in formal settings, share ideas accurately and communicate them effectively, both in writing and verbally with supervisory oversight
  • Ability to contribute to the development and growth of others
  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Curious and motivated learner

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and at least 3 years of relevant experience, including 1 year in healthcare. Experience with Tableau and Clarity Data models is preferred.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

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The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

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$99,900.00 - $115,100.00

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Boston, MA, US

Year founded

1947