Social Science Research Analyst

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

This position is with the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The Social Science Research Analyst, GS-0101-12, develops and uses survey, market research, and statistical methodologies and techniques to conduct studies of assigned CMS programs. The role develops and conducts policy and program analyses to identify and understand the needs and preferences of HHS health and human services beneficiary programs and the populations they serve. It analyzes survey data, including case-mix adjustments of survey estimates of satisfaction with plan and provider services, and provides statistical and research information and justification on operational aspects of specific plan-focused projects. The analyst interprets data tabulations and graphs and identifies critical factors such as data limitations, biases, sampling errors, and inconsistencies. Applicants must meet the GS-12 specialized-experience requirement and the stated education requirement. The position has a regular and recurring reporting requirement to a CMS office listed in the announcement; CMS may offer alternative work schedules at the manager’s discretion. The tour of duty is flexible.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen or National.
At least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level, including conducting health care operations or policy development for Medicare or Medicaid; developing studies to analyze the impact of health care operations or policies using statistical methodologies or techniques; and using research and analysis to develop communication materials such as regulations, briefing documents, or reports.
A degree in behavioral or social science or a related discipline appropriate to the position; alternatively, a qualifying combination of education and experience demonstrating knowledge equivalent to a major in behavioral or social sciences, or four years of appropriate experience demonstrating that knowledge.
Transcripts are required to verify the education requirement.
Subject to a background and suitability investigation; time-in-grade restrictions apply.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with or exempt from Selective Service.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
Federal salary payments must be made by direct deposit.
Resume must be no more than two pages and detail experience related to the position’s responsibilities and specialized experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and conduct policy and program analyses to identify and understand the needs and preferences of HHS health and human services beneficiary programs and the populations they serve.
Conduct analyses of survey data, including case-mix adjustments of survey estimates of satisfaction with plan and provider services.
Provide statistical and research information and justification on the operational aspects of specific plan-focused projects.
Interpret data tabulations and graphs; identify data limitations, biases, sampling errors, and inconsistencies.
Develop and use survey, market research, and statistical methodologies and techniques to conduct studies of assigned CMS programs.