Social Science Research Analyst

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 107,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in the Department of Health and Human Services seeks a Social Science Research Analyst (GS-0101-13) to develop and apply surveys, market research, and statistical methods to studies of HHS programs.

The role emphasizes program and policy analyses to understand the needs and preferences of populations served by CMS and related health services initiatives. Telework eligibility is noted for this federal position.

Qualifications

• Degree in behavioral or social science or related disciplines.
• Combination of education and experience equivalent to a major in the field.
• Transcripts required to verify educational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct program and policy analyses for HHS health programs.
• Identify needs and preferences of populations served by CMS programs.

Job description

• Department: Department of Health and Human Services

This position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services(CMCS). As a Social Science Research Analyst, GS-0101-13, you will develop and use surveys, market research, and statistical methodologies and techniques to conduct studies of assigned HHS programs.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and conduct program and policy analyses to identify and understand the needs and preferences of HHS health and human services programs and the populations they serve.

Requirements & Education

Education Requirement: In addition to meeting the qualification requirements, all candidates must have the following educational requirements: Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position; OR Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field; OR Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.

TRANSCRIPTS are required to verify satisfactory completion of the educational requirement listed above. Failure to submit a copy of your transcripts at the time of application WILL result in an ineligible rating. Please see "Required Documents" section below for what documentation is required at the time of application.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Department of Health and Human Services.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $107103 – $156755/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-07.

How many openings are available?

There are 12 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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