UW-Madison College of Letters & Science ยท 1 day ago
Health Policy Research Scientist
Madison, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expThe UW-Madison College of Letters & Science is seeking a Health Policy Research Scientist to join the Institute for Research on Poverty. The role involves evaluating the SeniorCare Pharmaceutical Benefit program, analyzing data related to drug utilization, and preparing findings for dissemination and publication.
EducationHigher EducationTraining
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
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
Preferred
Experience with Medicaid and/or Medicare claims data
Previous research experience focusing on pharmaceutical use
Benefits
Generous vacation
Holidays and paid time off
Competitive insurance and saving accounts
Retirement benefits
Company
UW-Madison College of Letters & Science
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Funding
Current Stage
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