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Clinical Informatics Director Jobs in Houston, TX

Head of Lab Technology Platforms

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $127K/yr

... and clinical teams to align lab technology with broader genomics and informatics strategies ... We value building direct relationships with our candidates and prefer to manage our hiring process ...

The position reports to the National Director). Primary responsibilities for the position include ... Working collaboratively with customers including end users, licensed clinicians, IT, informatics ...

The position reports to the National Director). Primary responsibilities for the position include ... Working collaboratively with customers including end users, licensed clinicians, IT, informatics ...

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How much do clinical informatics director jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical informatics director in Houston, TX is $66.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.05 and $82.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical informatics director?

A Clinical Informatics Director oversees the implementation and optimization of healthcare technology to improve patient care, operational efficiency, and data management. They collaborate with clinical and IT teams to ensure electronic health records (EHRs) and other digital systems support medical workflows and compliance. Their role involves analyzing data, training staff, and guiding technology strategies to enhance healthcare outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical informatics director?

To thrive as a Clinical Informatics Director, you need a strong background in healthcare informatics, clinical workflow analysis, and experience in leading multidisciplinary teams, usually supported by advanced degrees in health informatics, nursing, or medicine. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, data analytics platforms, and relevant certifications like CPHIMS or board certification in clinical informatics is highly valued. Strong communication, change management, and problem-solving skills set top candidates apart in this role. These skills are critical to successfully bridging the gap between clinical staff and IT teams, driving improved patient care through the effective use of health information technology.

What are some common challenges faced by clinical informatics directors, and how can they be addressed?

Clinical Informatics Directors often face the challenge of balancing diverse stakeholder needs, including those of clinicians, IT personnel, and hospital administrators, while implementing new technologies or workflows. Navigating resistance to change, ensuring data security, and maintaining regulatory compliance can also be complex parts of the job. Successful directors address these challenges by fostering strong collaboration, providing clear communication, and promoting ongoing education and support around informatics initiatives. Being proactive in engaging end-users and responding to their feedback helps smooth transitions and ensures technology effectively supports patient care. This dynamic environment offers excellent opportunities for leadership growth and professional development.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Informatics Director job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 33% In-person, and 67% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $137,733 per year, or $66.2 per hour.

Assistant Professor - Artificial Intelligence and Data Scientist

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

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The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery at the Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) seeks a highly qualified individual with a PhD and postdoctoral experience in Computer Science, Data Science, Medical Informatics or Equivalent Field. The Assistant Professor – Data Scientist would serve as scientific lead with Dr. Ravi Ghanta, overseeing the Department of Surgery ATLAS AI program to develop innovative AI applications in surgery and healthcare. The work spans AI applications in healthcare including machine vision, robotics, image analysis, natural language processing, and predictive modeling.

Under this role, the Assistant Professor will work with a team of post-doctoral computer scientists and engineers on NIH-funded research projects. The Assistant Professor is expected to oversee data engineering of electronic health data for machine learning applications, interoperability with electronic health record (EHR) systems, and evaluation of algorithm predictive performance. The Assistant Professor will interact directly with postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and medical students.

Job Duties
  • Oversee and coordinate logistics and execution of various research projects.
  • Manage project progress and execution of project goals and milestones.
  • Plan and direct research experiments.
  • Organize, evaluate, and analyze data with other researchers.
  • Develop research techniques and perform applications required for specific research projects.
  • Conduct literature searches and summarize information in an appropriate format for a particular study.
  • Document results of experiments and reports to principal investigators.
  • Supervise, schedule and coordinate the activities of the research team involved in multiple research projects.
  • Write progress reports, manuscripts and grant proposals.
  • Lead clinical studies and participate in research involving human subjects. Interact directly with clinicians, surgeons, and pathologists to fulfill the aims of the research projects.
  • Supervise research staff including graduate and undergraduate students.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in computer science, data science, medical informatics, or related field.
  • Successful track record of collaboration with clinical investigators and in interdisciplinary teams; accomplished academic record sufficient to fulfill criteria for an assistant professor level faculty appointment at Baylor College of Medicine.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.


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