Health Research & Evaluation Methods Expert (AD)

at  Guidehouse

Job Family:
Strategy & Transformation Consulting
Travel Required:
Up to 10%
Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do:
Guidehouse is seeking a motivated and experienced Evaluation Methods Expert to provide deep evaluation expertise to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
The ideal candidate will have 12+ years of experience in evaluations of value-based care models and providing both qualitative and quantitative analysis of complex payment models. You support proposal efforts and would be expected to contribute to the growth of our existing CMS and program evaluation portfolio. You will lead, coach, and mentor others on the team to ensure high-quality deliverables and customer satisfaction. We are looking for someone with a passion for client service.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Direct and manage large evaluation contracts including technical direction and/or methodology, policy analysis, financial management, staff management, team partner engagement and client relations
• Lead evaluations of value-based care models that require mixed quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods
• Develop quantitative and qualitative research studies, evaluations, and analyses
• Work with complex large-scale data sets from multiple systems of origin including Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP enrollment and claims
• Design interview protocols and content and lead stakeholder interviews
• Effectively oversee design, development, and production of high-quality deliverables
• Lead development of research reports and deliverables for technical and non-technical audiences
• Supervise research staff. Ensure scientific excellence associated with best practice-based evaluation methodologies, as well as operational efficiency
• Provide expertise on Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) models research
• Strong written and oral communication skills and demonstrated experience with stakeholder engagement
• Engage in business development efforts to drive growth

What You Will Need:

• Must have a Medical Degree, Masters, or Doctoral degree in health economics, biostatistics, epidemiology, public policy, health policy, public health, or related fields
• 10+ years of experience in evaluation research, policy analysis, including design and advanced statistical analyses to support program evaluations
• Demonstrated experience managing and analyzing complex datasets
• Expertise across Medicare and Medicaid policy including ongoing value-based care initiatives; experience with private value-based care models welcome
• Experience delivering high-quality evaluations and providing exceptional value to stakeholders/clients
• Excellent leadership, supervisory, and interpersonal skills to lead large inter-disciplinary, project teams (full time resources)
• Advanced knowledge of statistics; advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint desired; proficiency in statistical analysis packages (e.g., STATA, SPSS, R, Python)
• Experience leading teams in Federal proposal pursuits, including leading processes or partnering with other organizations

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Existing strong relationships with CMS and other HHS leaders
• SAS Certification or similar, relevant training
• Program evaluation certificate or similar, relevant training
• Track record of conference presentations and publications, especially related to value-based care models

The annual salary range for this position is $144,400.00-$216,600.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
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• Direct and manage large evaluation contracts including technical direction and/or methodology, policy analysis, financial management, staff management, team partner engagement and client relations
• Lead evaluations of value-based care models that require mixed quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods
• Develop quantitative and qualitative research studies, evaluations, and analyses
• Work with complex large-scale data sets from multiple systems of origin including Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP enrollment and claims
• Design interview protocols and content and lead stakeholder interviews
• Effectively oversee design, development, and production of high-quality deliverables
• Lead development of research reports and deliverables for technical and non-technical audiences
• Supervise research staff. Ensure scientific excellence associated with best practice-based evaluation methodologies, as well as operational efficiency
• Provide expertise on Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) models research
• Strong written and oral communication skills and demonstrated experience with stakeholder engagement
• Engage in business development efforts to drive growt