About the position
The Coordinator of Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) position at the Bureau of Public Health Laboratory within the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) is a critical role aimed at enhancing the laboratory's information systems to support public health initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and designing workflows and interfaces for the laboratory's LIS, ensuring that the system operates efficiently and effectively. This position involves close collaboration with various sections of the Public Health Laboratory (PHL), including Environmental, Virology, Microbiology, Quality Management, IT, and Administration, to ensure that the LIS meets the needs of all stakeholders involved in public health testing and reporting. In addition to overseeing the implementation and enhancements of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), the Coordinator will manage grants and contracts related to these systems. The role requires a proactive approach to researching and implementing enhancements to the LIMS, often in collaboration with partners from other Bureaus and Divisions within the NYC DOHMH. The Coordinator will supervise staff conducting research projects and data analysis efforts, utilizing laboratory test results to monitor testing performance, volume, and confirmed cases. This includes directing staff to run queries, generate reports, and develop analysis programs related to lab testing performance and results. The Coordinator will also be responsible for developing written Standard Operating Procedure Manuals (SOPM) and ensuring that all laboratory results are reported in a timely and accurate manner. Recognizing and troubleshooting problems in a timely manner is essential, as is maintaining accurate records of all activities performed. Participation in the quality system as required by job functions and title assignments in the laboratory is also a key aspect of this role. This position is grant-funded and is expected to last until November 2027, providing an opportunity to contribute significantly to public health outcomes in New York City.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and design PHL's laboratory information system (LIS) workflows and interfaces.
- Manage grants and contracts related to the LIS.
- Serve as the Coordinator of Laboratory Information Systems unit and oversee implementation and enhancements of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
- Research and implement enhancements to the LIMS in collaboration with partners from other Bureaus and Divisions of the NYC DOHMH.
- Supervise staff in conducting research projects and data analysis efforts using laboratory test results to monitor testing performance, volume, and confirmed cases.
- Direct staff to run queries, generate reports, and develop analysis programs related to lab testing performance and results.
- Develop written Standard Operating Procedure Manuals (SOPM) and ensure timely and accurate reporting of results.
- Recognize, troubleshoot, and initiate corrective action for problems in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records of activities performed.
- Participate in the quality system as required by job functions and title assignments in the laboratory.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in a relevant field.
- Previous experience managing Laboratory Information Systems (LIS).
- Capacity and willingness to learn PHL's LIS - Cerner (Oracle Health).
- Proactive and self-motivated individual with the ability to lead and work in teams.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to manage and report complex information.
- Experience with data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
- Excellent communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills.
- Experience working with the public health sector and coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders.
- Ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment with hard deadlines.
- Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with stakeholder engagement and project management.
- Desire to grow professionally and develop new skills.
- Willingness to work outside of comfort zone.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $148,000 per year.
- Hybrid work model with up to 2 days remote per month.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative public health environment.
- Engagement in meaningful work that contributes to the health and safety of NYC residents.
