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As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for health informatics professor in Philadelphia, PA is $115,835.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,400.00 and $122,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Health Informatics Professor, you need advanced knowledge of health informatics, data analytics, and healthcare systems, typically supported by a Ph.D. or doctorate in health informatics, biomedical informatics, or a related field. Competence in using health information systems (EHRs), statistical software (such as SAS, R, or SPSS), and familiarity with industry standards like HL7 or HIPAA is often required. Strong communication, mentorship, and critical thinking skills help in effective teaching, curriculum development, and research collaboration. These skills are vital for preparing students to address real-world healthcare challenges through informatics and for contributing to academic and industry advancements.

What is a health informatics professor?

A Health Informatics Professor is an academic professional who teaches and conducts research in the field of health informatics. They educate students on topics like electronic health records, data analytics, and healthcare technology. Their work often involves developing curricula, publishing research, and collaborating with healthcare institutions to advance digital health innovations. Many also provide mentorship to students pursuing careers in health informatics.

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In addition to delivering lectures and developing course materials, Health Informatics Professors often conduct original research in areas such as biomedical data analytics, health IT implementation, or healthcare data privacy. They also advise and mentor students, supervise graduate thesis work, and may help establish partnerships with healthcare organizations for student internships or collaborative projects. Professors in this field frequently participate in academic committees, contribute to curriculum design, and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals. These responsibilities help advance both the academic institution and the broader health informatics discipline.

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Infographic showing various Health Informatics Professor job openings in Philadelphia, PA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,835 per year, or $55.7 per hour.

Adjunct, Digital Media Informatics

Widener University

Chester, PA • On-site

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Job description

Widener University's College of Arts & Sciences, Digital Media Informatics Program is accepting applications for highly qualified Adjunct faculty to teach Introduction to Informatics (DMI 101) course in the Fall 2026 semester. Adjunct faculty is expected to teach a specified course as assigned; prepare course materials; and provide support and guidance to students.

This course introduces students to the field of informatics and serves as a foundation course to the digital media informatics, business informatics, and health informatics majors. Through lecture and lab activities, students learn about the growth of computer technologies and their impact on the media and business in modern society. Students participate in several computer-based exercises. Key components of the course include an introduction and definition of informatics; computers and how they work; data and knowledge representation; business information systems; digital media technology; health care data systems; and computerized technology trends. Does not fulfill social science or science general education requirements. This is a writing-enriched course. No prerequisites. 3 semester hours

Job Qualifications:

Required:

  • Master's Degree in Informatics, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Digital Media, Digital Communication, Digital Marketing, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Business Informatics, Business Analytics or closely related majors and relevant industry/professional experience.

For further information about the Digital Media Informatics program, please visit our website at https://www.widener.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/digital-media-informatics-major

Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website at www.widener.edu.

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