Senior Economist (Healthcare Innovations)

TL;DR

Senior Economist (Healthcare Innovations): Conducting policy-related research and evaluation studies for domestic health care programs with an accent on Medicare, Medicaid, and innovative payment models. Focus on designing complex research frameworks, managing large-scale datasets, and applying advanced econometric techniques to influence public health policy.

Location: Must be based in the United States (Remote or hybrid from U.S. office locations; U.S. territories excluded).

Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 USD

Company

A nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization conducting behavioral and social science research to address pressing domestic and global challenges.

What you will do

• Lead the design and implementation of conceptual frameworks for complex research projects.
• Direct the management and analysis of large-scale datasets using advanced econometric techniques.
• Apply rigorous quantitative methods to evaluate health programs, policies, and interventions.
• Author technical reports, peer-reviewed publications, and policy briefs for diverse audiences.
• Lead proposal development, including conceptual design, methodology, and budgeting.
• Mentor junior economists and manage multidisciplinary project teams.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Economics, Public Policy, or related social science field with expertise in econometrics.
• Minimum 3 years of experience conducting quantitative research in policy-relevant domains.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis (no visa sponsorship available).
• Proven track record of designing and executing experimental and quasi-experimental studies.
• Expertise with large healthcare datasets, including Medicare and Medicaid claims data.
• Strong business development acumen and proposal writing experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total rewards program designed to motivate and reward staff.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact strategic initiatives and thought leadership.
• Collaborative environment with a focus on professional growth and technical excellence.
• Commitment to a nonpartisan, evidence-based research mission.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance and inclusivity.