Senior Research Data Analyst

About the role

We Breathe Life Into Data At Komodo Health, our mission is to reduce the global burden of disease. And we believe that smarter use of data is essential to this mission. That’s why we built the Healthcare Map — the industry’s largest, most complete, precise view of the U.S. healthcare system — by combining de-identified, real-world patient data with innovative algorithms and decades of clinical experience. The Healthcare Map serves as our foundation for a powerful suite of software applications, helping us answer healthcare’s most complex questions for our partners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute observational research studies, by developing SQL data pipelines and R-based statistical analyses.
• Validate analysis work, troubleshoot issues, and iterate on analytic approaches to ensure alignment with research protocols and study objectives.
• Support internal tool development and contribute to publications to enhance Komodo's scientific presence.

Requirements

• MS in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of industry experience developing production-grade SQL pipelines (querying, cleaning, transformation) for large-scale databases.
• Proficient in R (preferred), Python, or SAS for statistical programming.
• Experience with Git version control and command-line workflows.
• Hands-on experience with administrative claims, EHR, or equivalent RWD.
• Familiarity with healthcare data models and U.S. medical coding systems (ICD-10, CPT, NDC).
• Experience collaborating with epidemiologists/SMEs to execute research studies, with a solid understanding of epidemiological principles.
• Proven ability to implement statistical analysis (descriptive analytics, regression, hypothesis testing, and visualization).
• Adaptability to learn new tools and methods in fast-paced environments; ability to manage concurrent projects with competing deadlines.

Qualifications

• Advanced SQL skills (dbt, query optimization).
• Experience with advanced observational study designs.
• Extensive HEOR/RWE expertise on treatment pattern analysis, LoT, HCRU/cost analysis, synthetic control arm and patient outcome research.
• Experience with health economic modeling, including Budget Impact Models (BIM) and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (CEA).
• Advanced statistical modeling experience in PSM, survival analysis, causal inference, and bootstrapping.
• Contributions to peer-reviewed publications.
• Exposure to RESTful APIs, R package development, or Shiny apps.

Skills

• Advanced SQL skills (dbt, query optimization).
• Experience with advanced observational study designs.
• Extensive HEOR/RWE expertise on treatment pattern analysis, LoT, HCRU/cost analysis, synthetic control arm and patient outcome research.
• Experience with health economic modeling, including Budget Impact Models (BIM) and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (CEA).
• Advanced statistical modeling experience in PSM, survival analysis, causal inference, and bootstrapping.
• Contributions to peer-reviewed publications.
• Exposure to RESTful APIs, R package development, or Shiny apps.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; flexible time off and holidays; 401(k) with company match; disability insurance and life insurance; and leaves of absence in accordance with applicable state and local laws and regulations and company policy.

Pay

This position may be eligible for performance-based bonuses as determined in the Company’s sole discretion and in accordance with a written agreement or plan. This role may also be eligible for equity awards. Komodo's AI Standard At Komodo, we're not just witnessing the AI revolution – we're leading it. This is a pivotal moment in time, where being first to market with AI transforms industries and sets the bar. We've already established industry leadership in leveraging AI to revolutionize healthcare, and we expect every team member to contribute. AI here isn't optional; it's foundational. We expect you to integrate AI into your daily work – from summarizing documents to automating workflows and uncovering insights. This isn't just about efficiency; it's about making every moment more meaningful, building on trust in AI, and driving our collective success.

Where You’ll Work

Komodo Health has a hybrid work model with hubs in San Francisco, New York City, and Chicago. Roles vary — some can be performed from anywhere in the country, others are scoped to a specific region, and some are based near one of our hubs. For hub-based Dragons, we're building intentional in-office rhythms alongside the flexibility that's core to how we work. Whatever your setup, expectations will always be clear before you join.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Komodo Health provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read and understand Komodo Health’s Privacy Notice for Employees and Contractors.