Senior Researcher - Quality Measurement Programs

Overview:

AIR is currently seeking a Senior Researcher in the area of Quality Measurement Programs to join our Health Division. AIR’s Health Division specializes in research, evaluation, and technical assistance in the area of implementation and/or evaluation of alternative payment models. The selected candidate will join a strong team of researchers in the practice area of Evaluation, Methods, and Analytics, which has a diversified portfolio of projects, and benefit from various mentoring and learning opportunities. The candidate should have knowledge and experience with federal agencies, including but not limited to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories. 

About AIR:

Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.

AIR’s commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone’s unique life and community experiences. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives, abilities/disabilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, styles, ages, genders, gender identities and expressions, education backgrounds, and life stories drives innovation and employee engagement. Learn more about AIR's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff by clicking here.

The responsibilities for the position include:

• Provide guidance for the development, adaptation, and implementation of quality measures for Federal programs.
• Lead the development of measure specifications.
• Lead the measure validation process.
• Design methodologies for the scoring of alternative payment model participants utilizing the quality measures, including the creation of benchmarks.
• Serves as thought leader in project execution and business development related to quality  measures, specifically towards work conducted for CMS and the CMS Innovation Center (CMMI).
• Effectively coach and manage others to promote their development; set developmental goals and measurements for staff.
• Foster an environment that embraces diverse perspectives, abilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, ages, gender identities and expressions, educational experiences, and life stories. 

Education, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Ph.D. in public health, measure development, or related field, with a minimum of  3 years of experience, or Master’s degree in the mentioned areas with a minimum of 7 years of related experience.
• Minimum of 2 years experience leading and/or managing tasks and/or projects for Federal agencies.
• Experience developing, adapting, and implementing quality measures for Federal agencies. 
• Experience writing proposals for Federal agencies.
• Direct experience with CMMI alternative payment models a plus but not required.

 Skills:

• Must possess strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Success in writing, conceptualizing, analyzing, and consulting on federally funded projects.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy when writing.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with others in a virtual work environment,

• Ability to work successfully both independently and collaboratively with individuals at all levels and from diverse back grounds. 

Disclosures:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

AIR’s Total Rewards Program, is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers an anticipated annual salary of $118,000 - $145,000. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.

AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.

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