About the Role
The position involves leading research projects related to healthcare innovation, including study design, data analysis, and translating findings into actionable insights for stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and execution of research studies on healthcare systems and policy
- Develop and manage complex mixed-methods evaluation plans
- Conduct qualitative data collection including interviews and focus groups
- Analyze quantitative data using advanced statistical techniques
- Interpret findings and translate them for diverse audiences
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on health services research
- Prepare technical reports and policy briefs for government and foundation clients
- Present results to stakeholders, including federal agencies and healthcare organizations
- Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables
- Ensure research adheres to ethical and scientific standards
- Mentor junior researchers and analysts
- Contribute to proposal development for new research initiatives
- Identify funding opportunities in healthcare innovation and policy
- Build and maintain relationships with research partners and clients
- Integrate health equity considerations into research design
- Use data visualization tools to communicate results effectively
- Stay current with advancements in healthcare delivery models
- Apply knowledge of public health frameworks to project work
- Support dissemination of findings through peer-reviewed publications
- Coordinate with external research collaborators and contractors
- Ensure compliance with federal and institutional research requirements
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
- Utilize project management tools to track progress
- Contribute to organizational learning in healthcare research
- Promote evidence-based decision-making in health policy
Nice to Have
- Experience evaluating federally funded healthcare programs
- Background in behavioral health or primary care integration
- Knowledge of value-based care models
- Experience with patient-centered outcomes research
- Familiarity with healthcare quality measurement
- Experience working with large administrative datasets
- Track record of presenting at national conferences
- Experience in team-based science environments
Compensation
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work environment with flexible scheduling options
Team
Collaborative team of researchers focused on health policy and systems improvement
About the Organization
- A nonprofit organization dedicated to behavioral and social science research and its application to real-world issues
- Conducts rigorous studies to improve outcomes in education, health, and workforce development
- Works with federal, state, and private clients to generate evidence-based solutions
Application Process
- Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample
- Finalists will be required to provide references and may undergo a background check
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