Senior Health Services Researcher - Research Scientist 3
Company: Minnesota Department of Health
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: October 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Details
Working Title: Senior Health Services Researcher
Job Class: Research Scientist 3
Agency: Health Department
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in
developing policies, providing essential services, and working to
improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The
State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and
invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and
training and development opportunities.
Job Summary
Elevate your commitment to research and public health by joining
the esteemed Health Policy Division team. Collaborate with us as we
strive to enhance and improve health care value, quality, and
accessibility across Minnesota. Within the Health Policy Division,
the Health Economics Program (HEP) conducts empirical, objective
research and applied policy analysis to monitor changes in the
health care marketplace and to understand factors influencing
health care cost, quality and access, HEP provides sound and
valuable technical assistance in the development of state health
care policy.
The Senior Health Services Researcher will independently perform
health services research using administrative claims databases,
including the Minnesota All Payer Claims Database (MN APCD), on
illness burden and cost, quality, utilization, equity, and access
to health care in Minnesota.
Principal responsibilities include:
This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in
Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota or South Dakota. Telework
eligibility is based on unit business needs and supervisor
discretion. Position location will be determined by the top
candidate and will be based out one of the following MDH district
office locations: Saint Paul, Saint Cloud, Duluth, Rochester,
Mankato, Marshall, Bemidji, Fergus Falls.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years* of experience in data science, analytics,
interoperability, data equity, informatics, business intelligence,
artificial intelligence, and/or data strategy, data modernization,
governance and research.
Experience must include the following:
*A degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Statistics, Data
Science, Health Services Research, Epidemiology, Economics, Health
Informatics or closely related field may substitute for experience
as follows:
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of a background check
and employment reference check.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have
questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at
651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional
information about the application process, go to
http://www.mn.gov/careers .
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Lisa Jacques at
lisa.jacques@state.mn.us or 651-201-5788 .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply
online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof
of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Lisa Jacques at
lisa.jacques@state.mn.us .
If you are an individual with a disability and need an
accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of
Health ADA Coordinator at health.hr.ada@state.mn.us .
About Health Department
Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation
and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain and
improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to
achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all
communities are thriving, and all people have what they need to be
healthy. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a
major factor in promoting a high level of employee health
awareness, employee longevity and job satisfaction.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable
health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to
help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
Support to help you reach your career goals:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type
of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective
bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the
State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action,
and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to
creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and
strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities,
members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities,
women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and
perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and
our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin,
sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to
pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression,
marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status
regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity
in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic
protected by law.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their
employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a
disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs
with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at
651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the
support you need.
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