Position Description:

About Mathematica:

Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding using data science and analytics. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions in wide-ranging policy areas, from health, education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, disability, and international development. 

About the opportunity: 

Mathematica is seeking an Investigations Lead to oversee and manage the planning and implementation of a process for investigating potential noncompliance with the requirements of a federal healthcare program, and to manage individual investigations of such potential noncompliance. This individual will also engage with external contractors and stakeholders to ensure timely completion of investigation activities and proactively facilitate the communication to the client of obstacles or potential delays. Throughout the execution of these responsibilities, they will set and uphold rigorous standards for conducting investigations and preparing related reports.

Responsibilities:

• Leads the investigation functions of a project, including the review of dispensers, pharmacies, and manufacturers’ practices to ensure adherence to federal statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements.
• Manages investigators and develop necessary investigation process to ensure implementation of timely, thorough, and unbiased investigations.
• Develops an investigation strategy and approach to ensure investigations are completed in accordance with contract timelines and quality standards.
• Collaborates extensively with client, partners, contractors, and external stakeholders

Important employment details:

• This project is in the proposal stage, so if selected for hire, your employment will be contingent upon the successful award of work.
• Our team is aiming to extend a contingent offer for this role in January 2024. 
• If you are offered an Investigations Lead opportunity and Mathematica is awarded the work, the anticipated start-date of this role will be June 2025. 
• Work for this role is expected to be part-time (approximately 20 hours per week).
• We are accepting applications and expressions of interest from both candidates who wish to work as a regular employee of Mathematica, or as a consultant (Independent Contractor). 
• If you wish to be considered an Independent Consultant, you must have your own business and be willing to as an independent contractor (not a regular-status employee).

In this role, you will be required to complete and successfully pass Department of Health and Human Administration Services security clearance requirements. You will be required to complete various agency forms (Declaration of Federal Employment (OF306), Fair Credit Reporting Act form, SF-85 form which is completed online via CMS portal and lastly fingerprinted). Mathematica’s project and Human Resources staff will assist with this clearance process. If you participate in/complete the security-clearance application process(es) and are denied, Mathematica may choose to terminate your employment or the consultant agreement. 

Position Requirements:

Position Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree and minimum of ten (10) years’ experience with leading large, complex investigations in a regulatory or government setting.
• Knowledge of federal healthcare regulations, especially those related to pharmaceutical pricing and compliance with government programs.
• Organized, detail-oriented and self-motivated.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation details:

As an employee of Mathematica, the anticipated annual base salary for this role is between $125,000 and $160,000 annually. This position may be eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience the financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company’s growth and financial strength. You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial strength. Read more about our benefits here: https://www.mathematica.org/career-opportunities/benefits-at-a-glance 

Hourly rates for Independent Contractor candidates will be discussed during the recruitment process. 

Application instructions:

When applying, please provide a resume and cover letter. Please be prepared to identify whether you would like to be considered for a regular part-time position as a Mathematica employee, an Independent Consultant/Contractor, or either.

Available Locations: Remote; Washington, DC; Princeton, NJ; Cambridge, MA; Chicago, IL; Ann Arbor, MI