Lead Research Data Analyst, Health Economics Research
Brown University, Providence, RI, United States
Lead Research Data Analyst, Health Economics Research at the School of Public Health's Department of Health Services Policy & Practice joins a vibrant team supporting the activities of the Department and its research centers. The role is involved in health services and economics research to better understand and develop policies that will lower spending growth, improve patient outcomes, and drive structural change in U.S. health care delivery. Core topic areas include payment reform, long term care, the evolving landscape of Medicare and Medicare Advantage, commercial price growth, health care market structures including the impacts of consolidation and private equity ownership, and state efforts to address affordability and value.
The analyst will perform quantitative analyses for various center research projects. The analyst will use technical skills to help researchers design studies, construct databases, manage data, perform statistical programming and analysis, and interpret and report results. Much of the work will involve secondary data analysis of various administrative datasets including health care claims. The Senior Health Economics Research Analyst will work collaboratively with faculty‑led teams in a dynamic environment that encourages independent thinking, problem solving, and collegiality.
This position is Hybrid Eligible.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification that are satisfactory to Brown University.
This is a fixed‑term position with a current end date of 6/30/2027 which may be extended based upon available funding.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree and 5 to 7 years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degrees in economics, applied economics, or closely related quantitative fields are strongly preferred.
Job Competencies
Required Qualifications
Hands‑on experience implementing regression‑based analyses using statistical software
Training in econometrics and causal inference methods
Experience working with large, complex datasets
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage and validate data
Ability to communicate technical results clearly in written and graphical form
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with administrative health care data (e.g., Medicare claims, commercial claims, or electronic health records)
Prior experience as a research assistant or in a policy research environment
Familiarity with the U.S. health care system and health policy topics
Benefits of Working at Brown
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found.
EEO Statement
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.
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The analyst will perform quantitative analyses for various center research projects. The analyst will use technical skills to help researchers design studies, construct databases, manage data, perform statistical programming and analysis, and interpret and report results. Much of the work will involve secondary data analysis of various administrative datasets including health care claims. The Senior Health Economics Research Analyst will work collaboratively with faculty‑led teams in a dynamic environment that encourages independent thinking, problem solving, and collegiality.
This position is Hybrid Eligible.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification that are satisfactory to Brown University.
This is a fixed‑term position with a current end date of 6/30/2027 which may be extended based upon available funding.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree and 5 to 7 years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degrees in economics, applied economics, or closely related quantitative fields are strongly preferred.
Job Competencies
Required Qualifications
Hands‑on experience implementing regression‑based analyses using statistical software
Training in econometrics and causal inference methods
Experience working with large, complex datasets
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage and validate data
Ability to communicate technical results clearly in written and graphical form
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with administrative health care data (e.g., Medicare claims, commercial claims, or electronic health records)
Prior experience as a research assistant or in a policy research environment
Familiarity with the U.S. health care system and health policy topics
Benefits of Working at Brown
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found.
EEO Statement
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.
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