Research Associate II - Health Economics & Health Services Research

About the Role

HJF is seeking a Research Associate II - Health Economics & Health Services Research to perform research and/or development in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff. May exercise technical discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project strategies. This position will be in support of the Division of Health Policy and Management within the Department of Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics, the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) School of Medicine. The Division of Health Policy and Management conducts and disseminates full-scope and rapid-response research to enhance understanding of policy levers and system factors influencing effectiveness, efficiency, and equity of the Military Health System for Uniformed Service Members and their families.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine data analysis and basic interpretation, and verifies and corrects data entry.
• Conducts research in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff.
• Documents current or new procedures or protocols for sample selection, data collection, data processing, and/or statistical estimation.
• Coordinates and contributes to new grant and funding applications.
• Assists with the preparation of data for presentations at scientific meetings and for publications in journals.
• Prepares written reports for submission to funding organizations.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Health Economics and Outcomes Research, Economics, Health Services Research, Health Policy or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical procedures.
• Analytical and logical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines of projects.
• Knowledge of applicable statistical software including Stata, R, and/or Python.
• This position may require U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Security Clearance.

Work Environment

This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Physical Capabilities

Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is $61,000 - $78,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.