Social Science Research Analyst
Summary
Analyzes Medicaid and CHIP programs using surveys, market research, and statistical methods to assess needs, performance, and policy impacts for HHS.
This position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services(CMCS). As a Social Science Research Analyst, GS-0101-13, you will develop and use surveys, market research, and statistical methodologies and techniques to conduct studies of assigned HHS programs.
Develop and conduct program and policy analyses to identify and understand the needs and preferences of HHS health and human services programs and the populations they serve.
Utilize appropriate market research and statistical techniques to identify ways to improve services to these programs. Conducts analyses of the quality and performance of HHS health and human services programs.
Direct and coordinate the planning, design, development, and implementation of major health care research projects related to Medicaid and CHIP.
Design and oversee analytic strategies to support implementation and ongoing monitoring of the new requirements.
Evaluate program outcomes, assess state compliance, and identify policy implications, ensuring findings are integrated into oversight and technical assistance activities.