Principal Research Associate - Economist - CMS
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Rockville
Posted on: November 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Description Westat is an employee-owned corporation
providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as
well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments.
Westat's research, technical, and administrative staff of more than
2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near
Washington, DC.Westat is committed to building a diverse workforce
and a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equity for all. We
believe that our greatest strength draws on the different
backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences of our
employees.Westat is seeking a Principal Research Associate -
Economist with expertise in health services and policy research.
The successful candidate will lead tasks and/or projects for
government clients in various areas such as implementation,
monitoring, and evaluation of alternative payment models; health
care-related program evaluation; policymaking; health care quality;
survey research; public reporting; and statistical analysis.
Principal Research Associates work collaboratively with others in
multidisciplinary teams and may serve as project director, project
manager, task lead or as an advisor on projects. Demonstrated
experience working on health services research projects and
value-based care topics for Federal agencies such as the Centers
for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is required.This position is
eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (1 day per week onsite,
flexible hours). Remote work arrangements will also be considered.
Some travel for team meetings, project work, and conferences may be
required. Westat's headquarters is currently in Rockville, Maryland
but will be relocating to Bethesda, Maryland in the fall of
2025.Job Responsibilities:--- Designing and executing program
implementation, monitoring, and evaluation activities--- Designing
and leading research projects or tasks using quantitative
methods--- Interacting closely with clients and being responsive to
client needs--- Managing budgets, deliverables, and timelines---
Reviewing work products to ensure the highest quality---
Disseminating research findings to a variety of audiences---
Serving as technical lead or writer on proposals for government
clients and contributing to business development activities,
including leading capture efforts with senior leadership
oversight--- Working in multidisciplinary teams and serving as a
mentor to staff--- Managing and overseeing the work of
subcontractors, as needed--- Working on multiple projects and tasks
simultaneouslyBasic Qualifications:--- A PhD in economics, health
services, social sciences, policy, or a related field with at least
6 years of relevant experience in health services research---
Demonstrated experience working with CMS conducting evaluation,
monitoring, and implementation activities--- Demonstrated
experience leading analysis using Medicare and/or Medicaid claims
data--- Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams of
programmers, analysts, and/or researchersPreferred
Qualifications:--- Demonstrated experience leading contracts funded
by State, or local health agencies--- Demonstrated experience
leading or serving as writer on proposal efforts--- Demonstrated
experience designing and leading all phases of mixed methods
researchOther Required Qualifications:--- Demonstrated
communication skills and ability to translate complex technical
information into plain language for various audiences--- Ability to
mentor more junior staff and work collaboratively with more senior
staff--- Excellent attention to detail and quality assuranceWestat
offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on
wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements,
employees may participate in:
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