Publix Super Markets

Principal Research Associate - Healthcare Data Analytics - Remote

Publix Super Markets$110K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a relevant discipline with 8+ years of experience, or bachelor's degree with 15+ years of experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in independent health services research and collaborative projects.
  • Proficiency in quantitative analysis using SQL, SAS, R, Python, and/or Databricks.
  • Familiarity with Medicare claims and administrative data relevant to beneficiaries and providers.
  • Experience in CMS IDR-C or Databricks environments, and working on CMS contracts.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize data transformation and ETL methods for large federal projects, specifically for CMS.
  • Perform programming and analysis using SQL, Python, R, and Databricks on complex datasets.
  • Conduct quantitative analysis, interpret findings, and draft reports for clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Review and ensure quality assurance of technical specifications and outputs from technical staff.
  • Communicate findings to diverse internal and external audiences, and engage in business development as needed.

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 20 days of Vacation Leave annually
  • 9 days of Sick Leave annually
  • 7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays annually
  • Professional Development opportunities
  • Health Advocate support
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short and Long Term Disability Insurance options
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account options
  • Health Savings Account solutions
Full Job Description
Job Responsibilities:
  • Serve in various technical roles using data transformation, extract-transform-load (ETL), and quantitative research methods for a variety of large, complex projects for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other federal clients.
  • Independently conduct programming and analysis activities using SQL, Python, R, and Databricks to ingest, link, clean, create, and manipulate complex datasets including Medicare/Medicaid claims and administrative data.
  • Conduct quantitative analysis, interpret results, and prepare internal and client reports.
  • Conduct quality assurance of other technical staff members' technical specifications, documentation, analytic code, and output.
  • Communicate quantitative results verbally and in writing for a variety of internal and external audiences. Participate in business development activities, as needed.
Basic Qualifications:
  • A master's degree in a relevant discipline and 8+ years of related experience, or a bachelor's degree and 15+ years of related experience.
  • Experience conducting health services research independently and on multidisciplinary teams.
  • Quantitative analytic expertise using SQL, SAS, R, Python, and/or Databricks.
  • Experience working with Medicare claims and other Medicare administrative data related to beneficiaries, providers, and provider enrollment such as Provider Enrollment, Chain, and Ownership System (PECOS).
  • Experience working in the CMS IDR-C or Databricks environments.
  • Experience working on CMS contracts.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working on contracts to support CMMI implementation and monitoring of alternative payment models.
  • Task leadership experience.
  • Ability to summarize or synthesize information for different audiences and purposes.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to coordinate completion of projects and tasks.

Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Vacation Leave (20 days per year)
  • Sick Leave (9 days per year)
  • Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays per year)
  • Professional Development
  • Health Advocate
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Travel Accident Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account

Any offer of employment may be contingent upon receipt of acceptable results from a post-offer background screening, if required for the specific position, which may include, for example, identity verification, employment history, motor vehicle driving record history, and criminal or sexual offender records history. Any background screening results will be evaluated through an individualized assessment based on the individual's specific record and the duties and requirements of the position.

This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Employment Eligibility: This is a U.S.-based position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Westat does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) for this role. Depending on project requirements, some positions may require employees to meet specific residency criteria.
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About Publix Super Markets

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