External Position Posting Detail
Qualitative Expert
Center for Studying Health System Change (HSC)
Quantitative Health Researcher
The Center for Studying Health System Change (HSC) is currently recruiting an experienced quantitative researcher with a background in economics or other social sciences to help conduct timely, objective and high-quality health policy research and analysis. In addition, the researcher will actively participate in the development of a vibrant research agenda, help develop funding opportunities, and communicate research results to policy makers, private sector decision makers and others.
Major Responsibilities
* Designs and conducts research and analysis that encompass a number of topics impacting health policy in or more of the following areas: health insurance coverage, access to care, health care costs, consumer behavior, patient experiences with the health care system.
* Writes journal articles and other HSC publications based on research findings and policy analysis.
* Participates in outreach and dissemination activities related to research and represents HSC in professional meetings and other venues.
* Helps identify and solicit funding opportunities, including helping write proposals for new projects.
* Manages projects, including tracking financial progress and preparing monthly reports.
* Collaborates closely with HSC colleagues.
Qualifications for Position
* Ph.D. with a social science background in health services research, including public health, economics, sociology, public policy or other relevant discipline with at least two years of relevant experience. (Master's Degree in one of the noted disciplines with a minimum of five years of relevant experience also will be considered.)
* Demonstrated ability to identify key health policy issues and design and conduct independent research projects in one or more of the following areas: health insurance coverage; access to care; health care costs; the health care safety net; consumer decision-making in health care; consumer engagement; patient satisfaction and perceptions of quality of care.
* Strong analytic and quantitative research skills, particularly in analyzing data from large complex health surveys of households and/or physicians. Experience with using claims data is also desirable.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills; experience writing for a policy audience a plus.
* Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to work efficiently, accurately and independently.
* Ability to work well in a collaborative environment that emphasizes quality, rigor and critical thinking.
For more information about HSC, please visit our Web site: http:///www.hschange.org HSC offers a supportive and collegial working environment, a competitive salary commensurate with your qualifications, and comprehensive benefits. To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vita or resume, two writing samples and contact information for three references via our employment Web site: https://careers.mathematica-mpr.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=51232
source: Heather MacFarland, 10/29/2009
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