Mathematica Policy Research

Position Description:

Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding using data science and analytics. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions in wide-ranging policy areas, from health, education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, disability, and international development. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company’s growth and financial strength. You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial strength. Learn more about our benefits here.

About the opportunity:

Mathematica is searching for professionals with experience generating insights from data on Medicaid policy and programs at either the state or federal level. In particular, we are looking for individuals who can apply data analytics to support current and emerging work across any number of areas related to monitoring and improving Medicaid programs such as: Value-based purchasing and alternative payment models, enrollment trends, measures of delivery and quality of services for beneficiaries, and to discern outcomes of innovative programs and policies.

Duties of the position:

• Participate actively and thoughtfully in multidisciplinary teams, drawing on your past experience with Medicaid programs
• Help conduct research and technical assistance projects on topics related to state and federal Medicaid policy
• Apply rigorous analytic thinking to the collection and interpretation of quantitative data including analysis of Medicaid administrative data
• Bring creative ideas to the development of proposals for new projects
• Author project reports, memos, technical assistance tools, issue briefs, and webinar presentations
• Contribute to the growth, expertise, and institutional knowledge of staff working in the Medicaid area

Position Requirements:

• A Researcher-level candidate should bring 3-8 years of experience working in health policy or health research, with a substantial portion of that time related to some aspect of the Medicaid program at the state or federal level
• A Senior Researcher-level candidate should bring 8-15 years of experience working in health policy or health research, with a substantial portion of that time related to some aspect of the Medicaid program at the state or federal level
• Masters or doctoral degree or equivalent experience in data analytics, public health, public policy, economics, behavioral or social sciences, economics, or other relevant disciplines
• Demonstrated ability at modeling program outcomes would be ideal
• Strong foundation in quantitative methods and a broad understanding of health policy issues
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including an ability to explain observations and findings to diverse stakeholder audiences including program administrators and policymakers
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate the work of multidisciplinary teams. Experience being accountable for delivering on on-going activities and working independently to solve complex problems.
• Strong organizational skills and high level of attention to detail; flexibility to lead and manage multiple priorities, sometimes simultaneously, under deadlines

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and salary expectations at the time of your application.

Available Locations: Washington, DC; Princeton, NJ; Chicago, IL; Oakland, CA; Remote

For the Researcher role, this position offers an anticipated annual base salary of $100,000 - $130,000. For the Senior Researcher role, this position offers an anticipated annual base salary of $130,000 - $165,000.

Both positions may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.

Staff in our Health unit will eventually work with our largest client, Centers for Medicaid & Medicare Services (CMS). Most staff working on CMS contracts will be required to complete a successful background investigation including the Questionnaire for Public Trust Position SF-85. Staff that are unable to successfully undergo the background investigation will need to be able to obtain work outside CMS. Staff will work with their supervisor to get re-staffed, however if they are unable to do so it may result in employment termination due to lack of work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.