[Hiring] Research Associate III @JBS International

Role Description

We are looking for a behavioral and mental health specialist with progressive experience conducting complex and multi-faceted statistical and data analytic studies related to rural health transformation initiatives, and expert in analysis Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services data. This position requires strong statistical and data analytic skills, expertise in various study designs and data sampling methods particularly using CMS data, rural health transformation initiatives, and demonstrated experience in collaborating with multiple stakeholders to apply evaluation findings to inform continuous improvement in behavioral and mental initiatives and programs.

This position functions in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary work team; leads data preparation and data analysis supporting research and evaluation projects or roles within complex projects wherein research and evaluation activities are a critical component of the work. This position supervises Research Assistants and Research Associates working on research and evaluation tasks including sampling, weighting, data management, statistical analysis, continuous quality improvement, reports and presentation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Designs evaluation quantitative and mixed methods studies to assess effects of health initiatives and programs on health outcomes, sustainability, capacity, and access. A focus on rural health is preferred.
• Manages literature reviews and information synthesis.
• Designs data collection instruments and protocol that may include surveys, qualitative interviews, data abstraction tools, quality assessment tools related to behavioral and mental health.
• Leads and oversees data collection and the development of data collection databases.
• Leads and oversees statistical and data analysis including implementing data cleaning protocols, and addressing data quality, and applying advanced data wrangling processes.
• Prepares client-ready written materials including reports, PowerPoint presentations, issue briefs, and case studies that include data visualizations such as charts, tables, dashboards, and infographics to convey findings and communicate information in a manner tailored to the intended audience.
• Leads and conducts statistical and data analysis with minimal supervision including monitoring the creation of cleaned, merged datasets, creates variables.
• Develops IRB and OMB submission materials with minimal supervision.
• Assists with management of project budgets, schedules, and staffing with minimal supervision.
• Manages tasks and deliverables for contract compliance with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in public health, epidemiology, economics, sociology, or other related social science fields.
• 8 years of experience, including 5 years directly related to the essential job functions are required. Direct experience analyzing CMS data is preferred.
• Preferred PhD in public health, epidemiology, economics, sociology, or other related social science fields.

Requirements

• Software Proficiency: SAS, R, Python, SQL, or other statistical packages or languages.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• ATLAS.ti or other qualitative software.
• Strong project management, supervisory, problem-solving, and communication skills, including the ability to engage effectively with clients, translate technical concepts for diverse audiences, and demonstrate confidence in client-facing interactions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to conduct advanced statistical analyses with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely with attention to detail and target audience focus with minimal supervision.
• English fluency (oral and written).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and other employee programs.