RESEARCH SCIENTIST/ENGINEER 4
University of Washington Bothell
State College, PA, USA
USD 7,466-11,051 / month
Posted on Jun 12, 2025
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| The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoy outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. We are looking for an exceptional Research Scientist/Engineer 4 (RS4) who is interested in collaborating on health policy and population health research with faculty from different departments who are focused on public payer populations, and particularly those with mental health conditions or substance use disorders. The position will involve analysis of Medicaid and Medicare claims data in the CMS VRDC environment, including implementing code to identify cohorts meeting study inclusion criteria, constructing variables, building datasets, and conducting statistical modeling. The RS4 will work closely with faculty that have expertise in causal inference using observational data so will employ these methods in the statistical modeling work. This position may be fully remote and the candidate need not live in the Seattle area. This position requires significant experience with claims data, and CMS claims data in particular, as well as the capability to contribute to the design of observational studies and analyses, interpret findings, and present results effectively. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a substantial impact in healthcare quality, federal and state policy, and alternative healthcare payment models. The effective candidate will be highly motivated, detail-oriented, a self-starter, and good at working both collaboratively and independently. The successful candidate will have prior work experience analyzing large datasets and familiarity with health insurance claims data. Interests in the health of marginalized and disadvantaged populations is a plus. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Statistical Analysis/Modeling (50%) Data Management (30%) Communication, Collaboration, Dissemination (20%) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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