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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab informatics in Dearborn Heights, MI is $20.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Lab Informatics vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab InformaticsLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in life sciences, informatics, or related field; knowledge of software systemsAssociate's or bachelor's degree in laboratory sciences or related field
Work EnvironmentOffice or lab setting focused on data management and software implementationLaboratory setting performing tests and sample analysis
Employer & Industry UsagePharmaceutical, biotech, research institutionsHospitals, clinical labs, research labs
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on data systems, software, and informatics skillsFocuses on sample testing, analysis, and lab procedures

Lab Informatics professionals primarily manage data systems and software in laboratory settings, while Laboratory Technicians perform hands-on testing and sample analysis. Both roles are essential in labs but differ in focus, skills, and responsibilities.

Sr Systems Analyst (LIS) - Full-Time - Days -

Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus

Detroit, MI • Hybrid

Other

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

HYBRID ROLE

Several Supporting Locations Available: Detroit, Grand Blanc, Novi, Southfield, and Macomb/Oakland.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction of leadership personnel; works in a self-directed manner to install, test, document, and maintain assigned laboratory information systems within specified boundaries according to established protocols; makes formal written and oral presentations on projects in compliance with established project methodology; and interacts with laboratories and laboratory systems customers. Has advanced laboratory systems expertise, and lead responsibility for a number of systems applications within Pathology Informatics.

Analysis 

  • Meets with clients and/or managerial personnel in order to determine and define specific systems' information requirements and objectives for laboratory systems requests within their areas of expertise 
  • Works with laboratory leaders and requestors to determine project scope and recommend best approach to accomplish objectives of project requests. Estimates project complexity, within their assigned responsibilities and areas of advanced expertise, and works with customers to determine impacts and timelines for requests.

Project Management

  • Involved in projects impacting laboratory systems or laboratory data with a moderate to high degree of organizational scope, impact, and risk. Self directed as to project completion. 
  • Participates on project teams and completes assignments from project leaders, measures project progress, and reports the status to project leaders.

Systems/Applications Development

  • Designs and specifies laboratory systems and applications functionality using appropriate application tools 
  • Assures that applications designs meet the needs across the user base of HFHS pathology, and defined standards.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

1. Completion of an accredited bachelor's degree program in: chemical, physical, or biologic science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or information systems. 

2. 2-5 years progressive experience supporting laboratory information systems applications and operations. 

3. High level of analytical ability to gather and interpret data to: design systems and applications, and resolve systems issue

EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATION DESIRED: 

1. Knowledge of laboratory business processes and instrumentation 

2. Certification from a recognized national agency such as ASCP, ASM, ACS, HEW, or NCA 3. Advanced education or degree in information systems or business

Additional Information
  • Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
  • Department: System Lab - LIS
  • Shift: Day Job
  • Union Code: Not Applicable