Chief Data Officer

• Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Day Shift - 40

At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, Diversity Inc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace.

Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet® designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.

Summary

The Chief Data Officer (CDO) is a critical leader, responsible for driving the organization's data strategy, governance, and analytics initiatives to; (i) support the operational needs of the entire organization; (ii) accelerate breakthroughs in cancer research and clinical care: and (iii) support innovation and commercialization efforts in support of Moffitt’s strategic plan. The CDO will oversee the entire data lifecycle, ensuring data quality, security, and ethical use of patient data while leveraging advanced analytics and AI/ML to uncover insights that drive new discoveries and improve patient care.

This position is responsible for enterprise-wide data architecture, quality, access, and integration, with a Shared Services or Enterprise Services orientation. At Moffitt, data is a shared resource across the enterprise, structured to ensure efficient and seamless utilization by all stakeholders. The CDO serves as a strategic Thought Leader, guiding optimal data use for clinical, research, and commercialization.

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in data management, data science, or a related field, with substantial leadership and administrative experience – ideally within a healthcare or research setting (preferably in oncology).
• Proven experience developing and implementing successful data strategies, data governance frameworks, and data quality programs.
• Expertise in data architecture, data warehousing, and working with complex administrative information systems.
• Demonstrated experience in advanced analytics with extensive partnerships with machine learning (ML), and artificial intelligence (AI) applications, ideally in areas relevant to cancer research and clinical care (e.g., predictive modeling, imaging analytics; clinical trial matching).
• Experience navigating and ensuring compliance with relevant data privacy regulations, including HIPAA, GDPR, and ethical guidelines that govern research data.

Education Level: Master's Degree. Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or a related discipline

Ph.D. Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or a related discipline

• Strong leadership, communication, administrative and interpersonal skills to effectively lead team and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Deep data analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to assess complex data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Strong understanding of research design and data management practices in the context of both research operations.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools and software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Knowledge of data ethics and ensuring responsible use of data in research.
• Ability to work ethically and with integrity, maintain confidentiality and protect patient data.
• A passion for…