Assistant Professor in Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM)
- Canada
- Temporaire
- Temps-plein
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.Position DetailsPosting SummaryCompetition Number 20250621A/S
Position Title Assistant Professor in Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM).
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 SummaryThe 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 RequirementsJSGS 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 TargetedAdditional InformationContact InformationJustin 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 InstructionsIf 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 StatementThe 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.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- PHD
- Please provide a brief summary of your experience, as it pertains to this position.
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Philosophy
- Reference Contact Info
- Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness
- Teaching Dossier