Health Policy Data Analyst | Research & Impact

UMass Med School; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Medical School in Massachusetts is seeking a Policy Analyst to support policy analysis, writing and research activities by identifying, obtaining, organizing and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data on health care and human services.

The role involves collecting information from federal and state sources, reviewing literature, and preparing charts, graphs and reports to inform policy decisions, with deadlines and milestones to meet.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent.
• At least one year of related work experience requiring analysis, writing or research.
• Ability to conduct thoughtful and accurate analysis, research and writing.
• Ability to meet project milestones and deadlines.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative policy research and analytical skills.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to learn new issues quickly.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Perform policy and data analyses on health care and human services topics.
• Prepare written summaries and reports; create charts, graphs, tables, and presentations.
• Obtain data from federal/state agencies, insurers, providers and others.
• Assess data quality and address inconsistencies as needed.
• Organize data and qualitative information for policy analysis.
• Assist in identifying data sources for analytic projects.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Writing and reporting

Oral communication

Independent work

Initiative

Education

Master's degree

Tools

SAS

Spreadsheets

Database management

Job description

UMass Medical School in Massachusetts is seeking a Policy Analyst to support policy analysis, writing and research activities by identifying, obtaining, organizing and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data on health care and human services.

The role involves collecting information from federal and state sources, reviewing literature, and preparing charts, graphs and reports to inform policy decisions, with deadlines and milestones to meet.