Assistant Professor in Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM).
About the role
Faculty/Department Johnson Shoyama Graduate School Unit Johnson Shoyama Graduate School Employee Group URFA Collective Agreement Consideration Open to the Public. CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Academic Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM). The successful candidate will be based at the University of Regina and will play a central role in teaching within the Master of Health Administration (MHA) program, with a particular focus on the HIIM major. This major is accredited by the Canadian College of Health Information Management and is designed to build graduate-level capacity in health data governance, information systems, analytics, and health administration.
JSGS provides a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment with a strong commitment to research, teaching and service. As part of the unit’s ongoing commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, Indigenous persons, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Position Requirements
JSGS seeks a researcher who focuses on an area relevant to health policy and / or health administration. Applicants must hold, or be close to completing, a PhD in a relevant field such as Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Biomedical Informatics, Public Health, Health Policy, or a closely aligned discipline. Ideal candidates will have a clearly defined research program related to health information systems, data governance, health analytics, digital health innovation, AI-driven health systems, health data privacy/security, or the strategic use of health data in policy and administration.
Evidence of teaching effectiveness is essential, and experience teaching in online or hybrid environments is considered an asset. The successful candidate can contribute to a suite of HIIM courses including JSGS 843 (Data Science for Health Analytics), JSGS 858 (Enterprise Information Management), JSGS 887 (Clinical Terminologies and Classification Systems), and JSGS 888 (Health Informatics and Information Technology), which are central to equipping students with the skills necessary to manage and apply health information across a range of organizational contexts. JSGS maintains a standard teaching load of four courses per year. Applicants should also demonstrate a capacity to supervise graduate students.
The successful candidate will contribute to the academic life of JSGS through collegial service and governance, including committee work, program administration, and engagement with students, the university, and the broader scholarly and community sectors.
While not required, professional certification in health information management, such as the Certified in Health Information Management (CHIM) credential or eligibility for such certification through the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA), would be considered a strong asset. Experience working in professional roles within health information management or informatics, particularly within Canadian healthcare settings, is highly desirable. Familiarity with Canadian health data standards, enterprise systems, and clinical classification systems will also be viewed positively. Candidates with experience working in or with Indigenous communities, or with public sector and healthcare organizations, are especially encouraged to apply.
Please note, this is an in-person position.
About the Program
The MHA-HIIM major at JSGS equips graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to support the development and implementation of policies and systems for the management, quality, availability, and use of health system information. Students gain a deep understanding of health informatics, information governance, privacy and security, digital health system, clinical data classification, and strategic decision-making using information technology. The program prepares graduates for careers across a range of domains including business intelligence and sustainability, data quality and information management, health information analytics and research, data and information governance policy and standards, information technology, organization and behavioural management, and privacy and security.
Physical Demands Pay Grade Faculty Assistant Professor Salary Range As per URFA Collective Agreement Status Tenure-Track Work Hours Duration (if Term/Temporary) Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Justin Longo, Associate Professor: Justin.Longo@uregina.ca
Job Open Date
07/25/2025
Job Close Date
09/17/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
If you require further information regarding this competition, please contact the
faculty/department you are applying to.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada.
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.
Assistant Professor in Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM).
About the role
Faculty/Department Johnson Shoyama Graduate School Unit Johnson Shoyama Graduate School Employee Group URFA Collective Agreement Consideration Open to the Public. CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Academic Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM). The successful candidate will be based at the University of Regina and will play a central role in teaching within the Master of Health Administration (MHA) program, with a particular focus on the HIIM major. This major is accredited by the Canadian College of Health Information Management and is designed to build graduate-level capacity in health data governance, information systems, analytics, and health administration.
JSGS provides a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment with a strong commitment to research, teaching and service. As part of the unit’s ongoing commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, Indigenous persons, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Position Requirements
JSGS seeks a researcher who focuses on an area relevant to health policy and / or health administration. Applicants must hold, or be close to completing, a PhD in a relevant field such as Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Biomedical Informatics, Public Health, Health Policy, or a closely aligned discipline. Ideal candidates will have a clearly defined research program related to health information systems, data governance, health analytics, digital health innovation, AI-driven health systems, health data privacy/security, or the strategic use of health data in policy and administration.
Evidence of teaching effectiveness is essential, and experience teaching in online or hybrid environments is considered an asset. The successful candidate can contribute to a suite of HIIM courses including JSGS 843 (Data Science for Health Analytics), JSGS 858 (Enterprise Information Management), JSGS 887 (Clinical Terminologies and Classification Systems), and JSGS 888 (Health Informatics and Information Technology), which are central to equipping students with the skills necessary to manage and apply health information across a range of organizational contexts. JSGS maintains a standard teaching load of four courses per year. Applicants should also demonstrate a capacity to supervise graduate students.
The successful candidate will contribute to the academic life of JSGS through collegial service and governance, including committee work, program administration, and engagement with students, the university, and the broader scholarly and community sectors.
While not required, professional certification in health information management, such as the Certified in Health Information Management (CHIM) credential or eligibility for such certification through the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA), would be considered a strong asset. Experience working in professional roles within health information management or informatics, particularly within Canadian healthcare settings, is highly desirable. Familiarity with Canadian health data standards, enterprise systems, and clinical classification systems will also be viewed positively. Candidates with experience working in or with Indigenous communities, or with public sector and healthcare organizations, are especially encouraged to apply.
Please note, this is an in-person position.
About the Program
The MHA-HIIM major at JSGS equips graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to support the development and implementation of policies and systems for the management, quality, availability, and use of health system information. Students gain a deep understanding of health informatics, information governance, privacy and security, digital health system, clinical data classification, and strategic decision-making using information technology. The program prepares graduates for careers across a range of domains including business intelligence and sustainability, data quality and information management, health information analytics and research, data and information governance policy and standards, information technology, organization and behavioural management, and privacy and security.
Physical Demands Pay Grade Faculty Assistant Professor Salary Range As per URFA Collective Agreement Status Tenure-Track Work Hours Duration (if Term/Temporary) Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Justin Longo, Associate Professor: Justin.Longo@uregina.ca
Job Open Date
07/25/2025
Job Close Date
09/17/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
If you require further information regarding this competition, please contact the
faculty/department you are applying to.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada.
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
About University of Regina
The University of Regina is the leading experience-based learning university in Saskatchewan, located in the province's capital. The preferred institution for more than 16,000 students, the University of Regina is home to 10 faculties, two academic units and approximately two dozen academic departments which have established reputations for excellence and innovative programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
With more than 120 undergraduate academic programs and over 80 graduate programs, the University and its federated colleges offer small class sizes, world-class research, and a beautiful campus!
Our alumni – numbering more than 90,000 – contribute to and build our society in Saskatchewan and in Canada. Our history, our accomplishments, and our growth as a university stem from our commitment to working together for the good of our local and global communities.