HEALTH POLICY ANALYST ADVANCED

State of Maryland; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering agency dedicated to making prescription drugs affordable for Marylanders. As a Health Policy Analyst Advanced, you'll play a crucial role in analyzing data and developing innovative policies that address one of healthcare's most pressing challenges. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with state agencies and local governments, crafting evidence-based solutions to improve access and equity in healthcare. If you're passionate about public service and want to contribute to impactful policy-making, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in health care services analysis and policy development.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degrees can substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data to inform policy decisions and improve drug affordability.
• Develop public-facing reports to enhance understanding of drug pricing.

Skills

Health Policy Analysis

Data Analysis

Public Health Knowledge

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in Health Sciences

Doctorate in Health Sciences

Tools

SAS

SQL

Excel

R

Python

Job description

Introduction

The Maryland Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB) is accepting applications for a HEALTH POLICY ANALYST ADVANCED.


Join a Team Leading the Nation in Prescription Drug Policy Innovation

The Maryland Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB) is the first agency of its kind in the country—an independent, forward-thinking unit of state government dedicated to making prescription drugs more affordable and accessible for all Marylanders.

We’re tackling one of the most urgent challenges in health care: the high cost of prescription medications. The PDAB works across state agencies and with local governments to uncover what’s driving drug costs and to design bold, evidence-based solutions—like upper payment limits—to improve access and equity.

We’re looking for mission-driven, analytical, and creative problem-solvers who want to help shape the future of prescription drug affordability policy. If you’re passionate about public service and want to work on high-impact, first-in-the-nation policies, we want to hear from you.

GRADE

19

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Prescription Drug Affordability Board
16900 Science Drive, Suite 112-114
Bowie, MD 20715

Main Purpose of Job

The Health Policy Analyst Advanced is responsible for performing analytic review and interpretation of data relevant to the operations and mission of the Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB) in order to inform policy and decisions made by the PDAB, and support implementation of Cost Reviews and other key operations.


The Health Policy Analyst Advanced will also develop public-facing static and interactive data reports to promote and improve public understanding of prescription drug affordability. This position will assess, review, and analyze data from a range of sources including, but not limited to, health claims data from the Maryland Medical Claims Database (MCDB), data from proprietary drug pricing databases, data submitted by partner entities, as well as other relevant data sets.�


The Health Policy Analyst Advanced will report to the Executive Director. The Health Policy Analyst Advanced duties will affect critical PDAB functions such as: annual drug pricing trend reports and other required reports, policy assessments and recommendations, drug Cost Review eligibility, selection and review, and other data-driven functions.�

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Three years of experience evaluating, analyzing, researching and developing health care services, policies and programs.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field for one year of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree in Health Sciences, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Public Policy or closely related field for two years of the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with analyzing health claims data, especially related to pharmacy benefit drugs and medical benefit drugs, is preferred

Working knowledge of SAS, SQL, and Excel

Proficiency in a coding language, such as SAS, R, or Python

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: 750 East Pratt Street, 6th Floor, Baltimore MD, 21202.

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.

We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
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FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable�to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may�be emailed to [e-mail] or faxed to 410-484-5928. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date�for the recruitment.

If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is�to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information�must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload,
please email the requested information to [e-mail]�referencing the recruitment number in the subject line, or fax to�410-484-5928�(providing a cover sheet with your contact information,
recruitment name, recruitment number and the number of pages faxed). Only�additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this�recruitment.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department�of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division at 410-585-3999.

If you are having difficulties with submitting your online�application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at�[e-mail] or
410-767-4850.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to�recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the�State's diversity.