Policy & Data Scientist for Human Services

Mathematica, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Competitive salaries and benefits

Job summary

Mathematica, Inc. seeks researchers to join its Human Services department to support projects for clients such as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, state and local agencies, and foundations.

The role focuses on solving complex policy challenges with evidence- and data-driven methods, including evaluation, program improvement, and data analysis to inform decisions that affect families, youth, and adults.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Masters in public policy or related field.
• Strong quantitative research skills prioritized.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Willingness to learn and apply AI technologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute research and evaluation for human services programs.
• Provide technical assistance focused on evaluation and program improvement.
• Design rigorous mixed-methods evaluations with primary/secondary data.
• Summarize findings and present data to diverse audiences.
• Advise on policy and strategy using evidence-based insights.

Education

Ph.D. or Masters in public policy, social work, sociology, psychology, education, economics, statistics, data science

Job description

Mathematica, Inc. seeks researchers to join its Human Services department to support projects for clients such as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, state and local agencies, and foundations.

The role focuses on solving complex policy challenges with evidence- and data-driven methods, including evaluation, program improvement, and data analysis to inform decisions that affect families, youth, and adults.