Research Scientist I (Policy)

Socket.dev; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Medical, dental, vision plans

Flexible hybrid/remote work

Job summary

Avalere Health is seeking a Research Scientist I to join our Policy Practice, focusing on health reform and payer policy analyses. You will design studies, analyze large claims data, and contribute to proposals, reports, and client deliverables.

You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team, applying econometric techniques and advanced methods while collaborating with clients across the healthcare sector. Hybrid/remote work options are available.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or MA/MS in economics, mathematics, statistics, data science, health policy, public administration, public policy, public health, epidemiology, statistics or related discipline
• 4+ years consulting, healthcare, academia, or pharmaceutical/device industry experience
• Broad technical knowledge of health economics, policy research and analytic designs
• Proficiency in design and execution of analytic studies using large administrative pharmacy and medical claims databases (public and private)
• Proficiency in using statistical software packages such as SAS, SQL, and/or STATA
• Working knowledge of advanced statistical techniques and/or econometric skills
• Healthcare policy and analysis background a plus
• Excellent writing, project management, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple work streams with limited supervision
• Demonstrated problem solving, analytical reasoning and decision-making skills and strong commitment to meeting goals and deadlines
• Positive, flexible and self-motivated attitude, with excellent teamwork skills and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment

Responsibilities

• Design and execute analytical studies, protocols and methods
• Contribute to the development of concept proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and analysis plans
• Perform descriptive and advanced statistical analysis using large patient and/or claims databases in support of projects and strategic objectives
• Develop and author study reports and publications
• Independently manage workflow and make direct contributions to the research and analysis process
• Work within the policy analytics team to identify areas for delivering innovation to clients
• Maintain compliance with Avalere Health’s policies, procedures and mission statement

Skills

4+ years of experience

Health economics knowledge

Econometrics

SAS/SQL/STATA

Analytical skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Policy background

Education

BA/BS or MA/MS in economics, mathematics, statistics, data science, health policy, public administration, public policy, public health, epidemiology, statistics or related discipline

Tools

SAS

SQL

STATA

Job description

About Avalere Health

United by one profound purpose: to reach EVERY PATIENT POSSIBLE. At Avalere Health, we ensure every patient is identified, treated, supported, and cared for. Equally. Our Advisory, Medical, and Marketing teams come together – powerfully and intentionally – to forge unconventional connections, building a future where healthcare is not a barrier and no patient is left behind.

Achieving our mission starts with providing enriching, purpose-driven careers for our team that empower them to make a tangible impact on patient lives. We are committed to creating a culture where our employees are empowered to bring their whole selves to work and tap into the power of diverse backgrounds and skillsets to play a part in making a difference for every patient, everywhere.

Our flexible approach to working allows our global teams to decide where they want to work, whether in‑office or at home based on team and client need. Major city hubs in London, Manchester, Washington, D.C., and New York, and smaller offices globally, serve as collaboration hubs allowing our teams to come together when it matters. Homeworkers are equally supported, with dedicated social opportunities and resources.

Our inclusive culture is at the heart of everything we do. We proudly support our employees in bringing their whole selves to work with our six Employee Network Groups – Diverse Ability, Family, Gender, LGBTQ+, Mental Health, and Race/Ethnicity. These groups provide opportunities to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and to connect, learn, and socialise through regular meetings and programs of activity.We are an accredited Fertility Friendly employer with our Fertility Policy, enhanced parental leave, and culture of flexibility ensuring every employee feels supported across their family planning journey and can work in a way that suits their family’s needs.

We are deeply invested in supporting professional growth for our employees through day‑to‑day career experiences, access to thousands of on‑demand training sessions, regular career conversations, and the opportunity for global, cross‑capability career moves.

We take pride in being part of the Disability Confident Scheme. This helps make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neurodiverse. If you’d like to apply and need adjustments made, you can let us know in your application.

About the role

Avalere Health is seeking a Research Scientist I to join our Policy Practice. The practice focuses on a range of issues including: ongoing federal and state discussion around health reform, federal and state implementation of the Affordable Care Act’s health insurance exchanges, evolving benefit designs in public and private payers, Medicare Advantage and Part D policy and payment, Medicare reform issues, Medicaid and other state health policies, and federal budget and deficit reduction issues. We rely on deep subject matter expertise and understanding of the business issues facing our clients to assess how this changing policy landscape impacts the pharmaceutical industry, managed care plans, providers, and consumers. We provide analytic support and advisory services, including legislative strategy, regulatory analysis, and quantitative modeling of proposed and enacted policies to a wide range of clients across the healthcare industry.

What you’ll do

• Design and execute analytical studies, protocols and methods
• Contribute to the development of concept proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and analysis plans
• Perform descriptive and advanced statistical analysis using large patient and/or claims databases in support of projects and strategic objectives
• Develop and author study reports and publications
• Independently manage workflow and make direct contributions to the research and analysis process
• Work within the policy analytics team to identify areas for delivering innovation to clients
• Maintain compliance with Avalere Health’s policies, procedures and mission statement

About you

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS or MA/MS in economics, mathematics, statistics, data science, health policy, public administration, public policy, public health, epidemiology, statistics or related discipline
• 4+ years consulting, healthcare, academia, or pharmaceutical/device industry experience
• Broad technical knowledge of health economics, policy research and analytic designs
• Proficiency in design and execution of analytic studies using large administrative pharmacy and medical claims databases (public and private)
• Proficiency in using statistical software packages such as SAS, SQL, and/or STATA
• Working knowledge of advanced statistical techniques and/or econometric skills

Additional Skills and Competencies:

• Healthcare policy and analysis background a plus
• Excellent writing, project management, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple work streams with limited supervision
• Demonstrated problem solving, analytical reasoning and decision‑making skills and strong commitment to meeting goals and deadlines
• Positive, flexible and self‑motivated attitude, with excellent teamwork skills and ability to work in a multi‑disciplinary environment

What we can offer

You will receive a 401K plan with an employer match contribution up to 4% (immediately vested), as well as life insurance, disability coverage, and medical, dental, and vision plans for peace of mind. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote work, along with the option to work from anywhere across the globe two weeks each year. We provide 20 vacation days plus one personal well‑being day, recognise 9 public holidays, along with gifted end‑of‑year holidays and an early Summer Friday finish in June, July, and August.

Access free counselling through our employee assistance program and personalized health support. Our enhanced maternity, paternity, family leave, and fertility policies provide support across every stage of your family‑planning journey. You can also benefit from continuous opportunities to professionally develop with on‑demand training, support, and global mobility opportunities across the business.

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