DOHMH has an opening for a Coordinator of Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) projects at the Bureau of Public Health Laboratory. The successful candidate will work closely with PHL staff and leadership across all Sections (Environmental, Virology, Microbiology, Quality Management, IT, Admin) in maintaining PHL's LIS system.
Duties:- Maintaining and designing PHL's laboratory information system (LIS) workflows and interfaces
- Maintaining, and managing grants and contracts
- Serves as the Coordinator of Laboratory Information Systems unit and oversees implementation and enhancements of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
- Researches and implements enhancements to the LIMS, often in collaboration with partners from other Bureaus and Divisions of the NYC DOHMH.
- Supervises staff in conducting research projects and data analysis efforts using laboratory tests results to monitor testing performance, volume and confirmed cases.
- Directs staff to run queries, generate reports and develop analysis programs, related to lab testing performance, volume and lab test results.
- Develops written Standard Operating Procedure Manuals (SOPM); and ensures all results are reported in a timely and accurate manner. Recognizes, troubleshoots and initiates corrective action for problems in a timely manner.
- Maintains accurate records of activities performed.
- Participates in the quality system as required by job functions and title assignments in the laboratory.
Qualifications:- Master's Degree
- Previous experience managing LIS
- Capacity and willingness to learn PHL's LIS - Cerner (Oracle Health).
- The ideal candidate for this position must be a pro-active and self-motivated individual with the ability to lead and work in teams and in a highly dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and timelines.
- Salary: $152,440 - $152,440
Additional Desired Qualities - Experience with stakeholder engagement and project management.
- Excellent communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to manage and report complex information.
- Experience with data collection, analysis and interpretation.
- Desire to grow professionally, develop new skills and willingness to work outside of comfort zone.
- Experience working with the public health sector and coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders.
- Ability to prioritize and work in fast-paced environment with hard deadlines.
- Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Additional Information: - This is a temporary grant-funded position ending in November 2027.
- This is a hybrid position with up to 2 days / month remote
- This individual must reside in the tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) by their confirmed start date.
- Preference may be given to individuals residing in New York City (5 boroughs) or surrounding New York State counties.
- This individual will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies.
Monday-Friday
35 Hours per week
