Vice President of Healthcare Research and Economics

Diverge Health•Chicago, IL

3d•$175,000 - $250,000

About The Position

At Diverge Health we are passionate about improving health access and outcomes for those most in need. We partner with primary care providers to improve the engagement and management of their Medicaid patients, offering independent practices with specialized resources and clinical programs to close gaps in care. Our teams work to address medical, social and behavioral patient needs, lowering healthcare costs and improving patient lives. Guided by our core values of humility, continuous learning and feeling the weight, our team is on a mission to strengthen communities from within, unlocking people's ability to live their healthiest lives. We are seeking a Vice President Healthcare Research and Economics to join our team! This leader will shape how we measure, interpret, and enhance the effectiveness of our care programs, ensuring they deliver meaningful improvements in health outcomes and cost performance. While this role reports to the Senior Vice President of Finance at Diverge, it will also collaborate across Triple Aim Partners’ (TAP) portfolio companies to support similar priorities. As Vice President Healthcare Research & Economics , you will play a pivotal role in shaping how Diverge and other TAP companies evaluate the financial and clinical impact of programs. You will partner across teams to assess performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and support the evolution of care models that better serve Medicaid and Medicare patients.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in healthcare economics, health services research, actuarial analysis, and/or a related field, including time spent in advanced research training (e.g., MS, PhD), academic, or applied research settings.
Deep expertise in claims analysis, cost modeling, and evaluating value-based care programs.
Proven track record in evaluating care program effectiveness, analyzing the financial impact, developing insights to improve programs, and influencing operational outcomes and performance of value-based arrangements.
Best-in-class analytical and quantitative skills, with experience presenting findings to senior audiences.
Comfortability working as an individual contributor in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment and supporting multiple organizations.
Excellent written communication skills, especially in developing reports and white papers.
Commitment to advancing health equity and supporting underserved communities.
Flexibility and commitment to collaboration to support diverse needs across Diverge Health and other TAP portfolio companies.
Ability to travel as needed

Responsibilities

Build clear, analytical measurement frameworks to soundly evaluate the population health and financial impact of care programs.
Author data-driven reports and white papers for internal and external stakeholders on the impact of care programs.
Analyze claims and cost drivers to identify gaps, opportunities, and provide actionable insights to improve program performance.
Recommend program adjustments or new areas of focus to strengthen impact on pharmacy, medical, and other cost domains.
Support TAP companies as needed through economic modeling, program evaluation, or strategic pivots.