Research Associate II - Preventive Medicine & Biostatistics

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Research Associate II to preform research and/or development in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff. May exercise technical discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project strategies.

This position will be in support of of the Military Health Economics and Policy Research Lab (MILHEP), within the Department of Preventive Medicine & Biostatistics (PMB) of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) School of Medicine. The MILHEP conducts and disseminates full-scope and rapid-response research to enhance understanding of policy levers and system factors influencing effectiveness, efficiency, and equity of the Military Health System for military populations, especially Uniformed Service Members, retirees, and their families. The research team utilizes rigorous economic, econometric, and computational methods, grounded in solid theoretical frameworks, to analyze the impacts of crucial health policies and proposals on the health of the military service population, health care delivery and costs, and value within the health system.

The Research Associate II will assist with the following specific projects:

1. Impacts of TRICARE's Behavioral Health Benefit Expansions on Behavioral Health Care Utilization, Beneficiary Health, and Health Readiness of the Force.
2. A Data-Driven Approach to Optimizing MHS GENESIS Queue Management: Reducing Care Delays, Improving Patient and Provider Outcomes, and Enhancing System Efficiency.
3. Evaluation of TRICARE Reimbursement System Effectiveness: DMEPOS Fee Schedules, Addendum E, and TRICARE-Designated NTAPs.
4. A Longitudinal Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of the US Family Health Plan (USFHP) Compared to Traditional TRICARE Prime and Commercial Health Plans.
   

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Conducts research in collaboration with other scientific and technical staff.
• Performs secondary data analysis and basic interpretation, and verifies and corrects data entry.
• Assist with primary data collection through surveys and interviews, if needed.
• Performs complex statistical tests, determinations, and analyses involving multiple procedures and a variety of technical approaches under PI supervision.
• Documents current or new procedures or protocols for sample selection, data collection, data processing, and/or statistical estimation.
• Formulates observational research hypotheses and designs quasi-experimental protocols under PI supervision.
• Facilitates the coordination of research implementation.
• Coordinates and contributes to new grant and funding applications.
• Assists with the preparation for funding documents, presentations at scientific meetings, and publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• Master's Degree required, preferably in Economics, Health Policy, Health Services Research, Public Policy, Public Health, or related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of applicable complex scientific procedures and techniques; ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Experience with STATA required.
• Working knowledge of SAS, or R software preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical and logical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical procedures.
• Ability to work independently, but also in a team-oriented environment.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an in-person office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $61,000-$88,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.