Senior Health Economics Researcher, Bureau of Equitable Health Systems

City of New York • Long Island City, NY

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness (CHECW) is dedicated to eliminating racial and other inequities that lead to premature mortality. CHECW operates with a strong foundation in historical and structural analysis, aiming to increase awareness of the harm caused by centuries of racist and unjust policies, and to advocate for redress for the most affected communities in New York City. The center collaborates with community, faith-based, and healthcare organizations to address health inequities across community and healthcare systems. CHECW's work encompasses social determinants of health, including environmental and commercial factors, and addresses both upstream and downstream influences to enhance the health and well-being of New Yorkers. The division includes several bureaus, such as the Bureau of Equitable Health Systems (BEHS), which focuses on improving equity in healthcare delivery at all levels through policy, evidence, and expertise. The Office of Healthcare Systems Strategy and Accountability (OHSSA) within BEHS drives innovative initiatives in healthcare delivery, financing, and strategy. The Bureau of Equitable Health Systems is seeking a Senior Healthcare Economist to lead analytical work for OHSSA's Healthcare Accountability portfolio.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in economics, finance, statistics, public policy, public health, or related fields.
• Expertise in conducting health economics or health services research.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and analyzing large administrative datasets using data management and statistical software (e.g R, SAS, SQL Stata).
• Experience in healthcare (can be in any setting - payor, provider, academic, government, consulting, technology, etc.) and demonstrated understanding of the U.S. healthcare system.
• Experience in supervising data analysts.
• Track record of developing innovative ideas and high-impact research.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to design research projects, synthesize results, and present findings and recommendations in a succinct manner.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working on interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lead strategic visioning and operationalize mission-driven goals.
• Ability to work independently and self-direct.
• Creativity, humility, resourcefulness.
• Passion for social justice and the public good.
• A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
• A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of data analysts in developing and implementing Healthcare Accountability data strategy, including database management, data analytics, research, monitoring, and reporting for discrete Healthcare Accountability data sets.
• Conduct economic analyses that inform overall Healthcare Accountability strategy and help bridge health care with public health.
• Prepare graphic and written materials in static and dynamic digital formats for a range of audiences, including agency leadership, policy makers, and the general public.
• Track relevant academic and policy research and build relationships with external researchers.
• Work in close collaboration with the policy team to translate findings into targeted policy goals and track relevant policy, updating the data strategy as needed.
• Work in close collaboration with other data, research, and evaluation teams across the bureau and agency to build knowledge of Healthcare Accountability data sets and research goals.
• Provide technical expertise regarding healthcare costs and other matters pertaining to health economics to programs across the bureau and agency as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Loan Forgiveness: Prospective employees may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.
• Premium-free health insurance plan.
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• Public sector defined benefit pension plan.
• Tax-deferred savings program.
• Robust Worksite Wellness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior