Your Career in Health Informatics Starts Here

Careers in Health Informatics

Health informatics is transforming every corner of modern healthcare—from how providers access patient records to how researchers predict outcomes and improve care. It’s not just the future of healthcare—it’s your opportunity to lead it.

At UW–Madison, our Clinical & Health Informatics graduate programs prepare you to take on exciting, high-impact roles in a rapidly growing field. Whether you’re looking to pivot into health informatics or advance your current career, this program opens doors to meaningful work and leadership opportunities.

Graduates of our program find opportunities across health systems, public health, research, health IT vendors, and more. Here are just a few roles you could pursue:

  • Health Informatics Specialist
    Optimize electronic medical records and collaborate with clinicians to deliver evidence-based care.
    Average salary: $95,390 (Salary.com)
  • Health Informatics Manager or Director
    Lead teams that use data to solve clinical challenges and drive innovation.
    Average salary: $117,166–$195,768 (Salary.com)
  • Clinical System Analyst
    Apply machine learning and statistics to support clinical decision-making.
    Average salary: $93,820 (ZipRecruiter)
  • Informatics-Informed Clinician or Scientist
    Use informatics to enhance research or clinical practice.
    Average salary: $107,000-$185,000 (Glassdoor)

Hear from Our Students

Jenn Wrenn and Lisa Gillmeister share how UW–Madison’s program expanded their skillsets and accelerated their careers. Their stories reflect the transformative power of informatics education.

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Why Choose UW–Madison?

  • In-Demand Skills: With a projected 16% job growth over the next decade (Bureau of Labor Statistics), health informatics professionals are more sought-after than ever.
  • Industry-Driven Curriculum: We collaborate with healthcare leaders and gather feedback from professional networks to ensure our courses reflect real-world trends and needs.
  • Hands-On Learning: Our “digital network” connects you with practical experiences that build confidence and prepare you for success.