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At MD Anderson Cancer Center, you'll be part of a world-class institution committed to *Making Cancer History®*. In the *Data Impact & Governance Department*, your expertise will shape the future of AI-driven healthcare by architecting secure, scalable, and compliant AI/ML platforms that transform cancer care. This is a unique opportunity to lead enterprise-level AI strategy and infrastructure in one of the most innovative healthcare organizations in the world.

*What's in it for you?*

* *Paid Medical Benefits*: MD Anderson covers *100% of medical benefits* for employees, plus dental and vision options.

* *Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)*: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to help you recharge.

* *Retirement Plans*: Secure your future with robust retirement programs and employer contributions.

* *Professional Growth*: Access to advanced training, leadership development, and opportunities to influence institutional AI strategy.

* *Mission-Driven Work*: Your architecture will enable responsible AI adoption that improves patient outcomes globally.

**Ideal candidate will be Epic Certified**

*Key Responsibilities *

*Enterprise AI Architecture*

* Architect and govern scalable, secure AI/ML platforms aligned with institutional strategy.

* Collaborate with other institutional architects to ensure alignment across digital ecosystems for consistency and synergy.

* Lead multidisciplinary teams to implement AI/ML infrastructure supporting development, deployment, monitoring, and auditability.

*Integration & Interoperability*

* Integrate AI/ML platforms with HealthIT systems (Epic, PACS, LIS) and enterprise applications using FHIR, HL7, and DICOM standards.

* Optimize hybrid cloud/on-premises infrastructure leveraging Azure services.

*Governance & Compliance*

* Collaborate with cybersecurity and compliance teams to enforce zero-trust security, IAM, encryption, and HIPAA compliance.

* Support implementation of AI lifecycle management, including model monitoring, audit trails, and safety/impact tracking.

*Strategic Leadership*

* Provide guidance on vendor partnerships, platform selection, and integration decisions.

* Drive institutional AI strategy and ensure alignment with clinical, operational, and research priorities.

*Technical Expertise*

* Apply deep knowledge of AI lifecycle management, enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF), and healthcare interoperability standards.

* Utilize advanced tools and platforms such as Kubernetes, NVIDIA DGX, Azure ML, AKS, and Azure DevOps.

*Collaboration & Communication*

* Foster collaborative decision-making with clinical, technical, and executive teams.

* Communicate complex AI strategies effectively to stakeholders and prepare strategic reports highlighting impacts, risks, and recommendations.

*Other Duties*

* Perform additional tasks as assigned to support departmental goals.

*Required Education:* Bachelor's degree.

*Preferred Education:* Master's Level Degree

*Preferred Certification:*

* TOGAF 9 Certified

* Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent

* EPIC Cogito, Caboodle Certification, Cognitive Computing Certification, or other certifications

* Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)

*Required Experience: *Ten years of experience in platform technology to include five years of experience in software integration, to include five years of supervisory/managerial experience. May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis. Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate program may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience.

*Preferred Experience/Skills:* Demonstrated expertise architecting complex hybrid cloud/on-prem infrastructures, AI/ML development and deployment ecosystems, Health IT integration, and governance frameworks. Proven ability to collaborate with senior leadership, clinicians, and technical teams to translate complex requirements into scalable platform architectures.

*Work Location*: Remote within Texas only.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent [benefits](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/insurance-0/eligibility), including medical, dental, [paid time off](https://www.mdanderson.org/about-md-anderson/employee-resources/leave.html), [retirement](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/ut-retirement-program/voluntary-retirement-programs), tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

* Requisition ID: 175349

* Employment Status: Full-Time

* Employee Status: Regular

* Work Week: Days

* Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 160,500

* Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 203,000

* Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 245,500

* FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

* Fund Type: Hard

* Work Location: Remote (within Texas only)

* Pivotal Position: Yes

* Referral Bonus Available?: Yes

* Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

* Science Jobs: No

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