Research Scientist I – Policy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Design and implement analytical studies, methodologies, and protocols.

• Participate in the development of concept proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and analytical plans.

• Conduct descriptive and advanced statistical analyses utilizing extensive patient and/or claims databases.

• Create and write study reports and publications.

• Manage workflow autonomously and contribute directly to research and analysis efforts.

• Spot opportunities for innovation for clients within the policy analytics team.

• Ensure compliance with Avalere Health’s policies, procedures, and mission statement.

• Analyze topics such as health reform, Affordable Care Act exchanges, payer benefit designs, Medicare Advantage and Part D, Medicare reform, Medicaid, state health policies, and federal budget matters.

• Offer legislative strategy, regulatory analysis, and quantitative modeling advisory services to clients in the healthcare industry.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA/BS or MA/MS in economics, mathematics, statistics, data science, health policy, public administration, public policy, public health, epidemiology, statistics, or a related field.

• Over 4 years of experience in consulting, healthcare, academia, or the pharmaceutical/device industry.

• Extensive technical knowledge in health economics, policy research, and analytical designs.

• Expertise in designing and executing analytical studies using large administrative pharmacy and medical claims databases (both public and private).

• Proficiency in statistical software packages such as SAS, SQL, and/or STATA.

• Familiarity with advanced statistical techniques and/or econometric skills.

• Background in healthcare policy and analysis is advantageous.

• Exceptional writing, project management, communication, and presentation abilities.

• Capability to independently manage multiple workstreams with minimal supervision.

• Proven problem-solving, analytical reasoning, and decision-making skills.

• Strong dedication to achieving goals and meeting deadlines.

• Positive, adaptable, and self-motivated demeanor.

• Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• 401K plan with an employer match contribution of up to 4% (immediately vested).

• Life insurance coverage.

• Disability insurance.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote options.

• Opportunity to work from anywhere globally for two weeks each year.

• 20 vacation days.

• One personal well-being day.

• 9 public holidays.

• Complimentary end-of-year holidays.

• Early finish on Summer Fridays in June, July, and August.

• Free counseling services through the employee assistance program.

• Personalized health support.

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, family leave, and fertility policies.

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

• On-demand training and support.

• Global mobility prospects across the organization.

• Employee Network Groups.

• Dedicated social resources and opportunities for remote workers.

• Global, cross-capability career transitions.

• Fair interview adjustments through the Disability Confident Scheme.