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. 

Mathematica is searching for a dedicated professional with experience successfully improving state health programs through a commitment to using data and evidence.  In particular, we are looking for an individual who can apply analytic thinking and strong organizational skills to support current and emerging work across any number of areas related to state health such as: alternate payment models, all-payer claims databases, evaluations, data analysis, and advisory services.

Duties of the position

• Lead or participate actively and thoughtfully in multidisciplinary teams to implement, monitor, and advise on state policy and programs.
• Provide the energy, direction, and organization needed to help keep projects on time and on budget and facilitate communications across and between internal and external stakeholders.
• Author client memos, technical assistance tools, issue briefs, chapters of analytic reports, and webinar presentations.
• Conduct research that applies impartial data collection, analysis, and reporting using quantitative techniques or that applies similarly rigorous qualitative techniques
• Lead and help develop proposals for new projects.
• Represent the company's expertise through various mechanisms, such as publications, conferences, technical communications, and testimony.
• Interact directly with state officials to implement and assess programs.
• Contribute to the growth, expertise, and institutional knowledge of other state health staff.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in public policy, public administration, public health, healthcare administration, business, or a related field; and 5 or more years of experience working in state health policy or health research, with a substantial portion of that time at a state agency (preferred); or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including an ability to explain observations and findings to diverse stakeholder audiences including program administrators and policymakers
• Comfort with ambiguity and an ability to independently drive the direction of work while effectively collaborating with internal and external parties.
• Demonstrated ability to provide task leadership and coordinate the work of multidisciplinary teams. This includes the ability to delegate appropriately and mentor earlier career staff in a highly collaborative environment.
• Strong organizational skills and high level of attention to detail; flexibility to lead and manage multiple priorities, sometimes simultaneously, under deadlines
• Ability to work well in multi-disciplinary teams

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter. 

This position offers an anticipated annual base salary of $105,000 - $125,000 annually. This position may be eligible for a discretionary 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 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

Available locations: Washington, DC; Cambridge, MA; Princeton, NJ; Remote