Policy Research Specialist

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 103,000 - 139,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Generous 401(k) matching

Paid time off

11 holidays

Lifestyle spending account

Annual bonus incentive pay

Job summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association is seeking a policy research professional to develop and manage analyses that inform health financing policy and pricing decisions. You will analyze federal and state proposals, build analytical models, and present findings to executives to advance the policy agenda.

The role requires strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, proficiency with Excel/SAS/Stata, and experience communicating complex results.

Qualifications

Required Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Health, Economics, or related discipline; or equivalent work experience
Preferred Master's Degree in Public Policy, Public Health, Economics, Political Science, or related discipline
5+ Years Policy analysis and research experience
Strong understanding of statistics and economics with software such as Excel, SAS, Stata
Experience with presenting findings to executives and stakeholders

Responsibilities

Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses to develop insights informing health financing public policy
Develop and manage a system tracking research projects from start to finish including procurement and budgeting
Maintain central repository of published research and models for internal use by BCBS
Monitor health policy topics impacting insurers and consumers
Prepare monthly updates for members and leadership with cross-functional collaboration
Translate research findings into persuasive information for senior executives

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Policy analysis

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

SAS

Stata

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Description Summary

This role contributes to the development, management and production of policy research that furthers the BCBS mission and drives policy solutions. Assists in the analysis of federal and state government policy proposals affecting the health care financing sector. Helps develop analyses and analytical models to conduct impactful research on public policy priorities in health financing, such as affordability for patients, consumers and public programs, provider reimbursement and prescription drug pricing. Supports, prepares and presents findings to drive impactful policy agenda forward.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses to develop insights that will inform and drive health financing public policy that is consistent with the BCBSA mission.
Develop and manage system for tracking research projects from start to finish, including procurement, contracting, project milestones, and financing.
Manage a central site of all published research and analytical modeling performed both internally and by third party vendors and make it available for use by others in BCBSA.
Maintain comprehensive awareness of key health care financing topics and the broader business environment, with a focus on topics likely to impact health insurers and consumers.
Manage a monthly update for member companies and internal leadership to compile relevant and recent policy research, working closely with subject matter experts and team members across BCBSA to draft, edit and distribute.
Use expertise in quantitative and qualitative research to interpret and “translate” research findings into compelling and persuasive information for stakeholders, including senior executives.

The Posting Range For This Position Is

102,640.18 - 138,805.26

Required Education, Certifications And Experience

Education

Required Bachelor's Degree Political Science, Public Policy, Public Health, Economics, or a related discipline; or equivalent work experience
Preferred Master's Degree Public Policy, Public Health, Economics, Political Science, or a related discipline

Experience

Required 5+ Years Policy analysis and research, either through substantial projects in the classroom, internships, or paid work

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

In-depth knowledge and expertise in using Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other software used to prepare documents, and in analytic methods used in qualitative and quantitative analyses, including preparing literature reviews, and using statistical software packages.
Knowledge and expertise regarding health policy issues, economics, and statistics, which will be core skills for this position. Solid academic background in statistics and economics, and in using software supporting analysis in those fields, such as Excel, SAS, Stata, etc.
Understanding of the federal legislative process, regulation, and government programs.
Able to manage complex projects, working with colleagues throughout the organization, navigating administrative processes
Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines, tracking details, keeping to key timelines, and communicating appropriately with supervisor.
Ability to figure out answers to challenging analytical questions, including deciding on appropriate data sources, proper methods for using the data, and presentational questions and challenges.
Knowledge and understanding of Program budgeting and contracting process.
Presentation skills, both in producing slides and defending work.
Excellent writing, both for shorter documents, such as memos, as well as more extensive research documents.
Teamwork and close collaboration with colleagues is essential.
Ability to work with people from different professional backgrounds, both those with an understanding of policy analysis and those without.
Ability to manage through ambiguity and adapting to changing priorities.
Demonstrates AI literacy and an understanding of generative AI tools, including appropriate business applications and limitations.

Certifications & Licenses

Preferred: Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) - PMI

Additional Preferred Experience

Working in a social science research environment, such as working for a think tank, government agency or trade association policy team.
Experience with Data Analytics, Data Science, Healthcare Claims Data

The posted salary range is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the hiring range and this hiring range may also be modified in the future. A candidate’s position within the hiring range may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for annual bonus incentive pay.

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