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Universities of Wisconsin · 1 day ago

Health Policy Research Scientist

Madison, WI

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$70K/yr - $100K/yr

2+ years exp

The Universities of Wisconsin is seeking a Health Policy Research Scientist to join the UW Institute for Research on Poverty. The role involves evaluating the SeniorCare Pharmaceutical Benefit program, analyzing complex health data, and assisting in research methodologies and reporting.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility

Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures

Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding

Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities

Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information

Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area

Qualification

Quantitative statistical analysisStatistical analysis packagesCausal inference methodsData management experienceLarge database managementResearch experienceLiterature reviewsReport preparation

Required

Quantitative statistical analysis skills in economics or related field utilizing statistical analysis packages (such as SPSS, SAS, R, Python or STATA) measuring longitudinal trend changes relative to comparison groups

Minimum two years of experience with data management and statistical data analysis

Experience utilizing and managing large databases and especially experience with tools for working with large data sets

Familiarity with causal inference methods for observational studies, such as difference-in-differences, regression discontinuity, and instrumental variables

Ph.D. required in health services research, economics, pharmacy, or a related field