Social Science Research Analyst

CMS; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CMS in Kentucky is seeking a Social Science Research Analyst to design and conduct surveys, market research, and statistical studies of Medicaid and CHIP programs.

The role emphasizes applying qualitative and quantitative analyses to support policy development, program implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, with focus on data quality and reporting to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience applying qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques to healthcare data.
• Ability to design and implement healthcare research projects or data studies in Medicaid/CHIP.
• Experience developing and presenting technical documents to explain data and make recommendations to stakeholders.
• Advise on data collection, data quality, and data reporting for Medicaid/ CHIP or similar programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and use surveys, market research, and statistical methodologies for studies of HHS programs.
• Generate and present findings to inform policy development and program policy or integrity initiatives.

Skills

Qualitative analysis

Quantitative analysis

Healthcare data analysis

Technical documentation

Job description

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.

ALL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. Your resume (limited to no more than 2 pages) must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from receiving further consideration.

In order to qualify for the GS-13, you must meet the following: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal government, obtained in either the private or public sector, to include:

1. 1) Applying qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques to interpret healthcare data in support of policy development, program implementation, program monitoring and evaluation, or compliance with program requirements;
2. 2) Designing and implementing healthcare research projects or data studies related to Medicaid and CHIP data, or other similar healthcare programs;
3. 3) Developing and presenting technical documents to explain data from studies OR to make recommendations to stakeholders on program policies or program integrity initiatives;
4. AND 4) Advising on data collection, data quality, and data reporting, including providing technical assistance to stakeholder regarding Medicaid and CHIP data, or other similar healthcare programs (i.e state level, private organizations).

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.