Health Policy Researcher: Impact on Care Markets

RAND Corporation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 111,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

RAND Corporation is seeking Health Policy Researchers to advance high-impact research on health care markets, coverage, and costs. Researchers work on multidisciplinary teams applying quantitative methods to administrative and survey data, informing policymakers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities include designing empirical studies, applying causal inference, and communicating results via publications and briefings.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated training in quantitative research methods.
• Strong analytic and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and uphold RAND's values.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute rigorous empirical research addressing high-priority health policy questions.
• Apply causal inference and advanced quantitative methods to large administrative and survey datasets.
• Use AI/ML responsibly to improve quality and efficiency.
• Interpret and synthesize results to support policymaker decisions.
• Communicate findings through peer-reviewed publications and presentations.
• Contribute to business development including proposals and funder relationships.
• Mentor junior researchers and foster an inclusive research environment.

Skills

Quantitative methods

Analytical skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Objectivity

Education

PhD in economics or related field

Tools

R

Stata

SAS

Job description

RAND Corporation is seeking Health Policy Researchers to advance high-impact research on health care markets, coverage, and costs. Researchers work on multidisciplinary teams applying quantitative methods to administrative and survey data, informing policymakers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities include designing empirical studies, applying causal inference, and communicating results via publications and briefings.