MHCC METHODOLOGIST

GRADE

MHCC 0003\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Maryland Health Care Commission\r\n4160 Patterson Avenue\r\nBaltimore MD 21215\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Health Care Commission (MHCC or Commission) is seeking a Methodologist. This position is located in the Maryland Health Care Commission’s Center for Analysis and Information Systems (CAIS) and supports high priority policy and analysis initiatives of MHCC related to utilization, cost, and quality of health care services and the effectiveness of public health care programs. The incumbent in this position should be both proficient in advanced applied statistics/econometrics methods and be knowledgeable about the health care system. This position requires the ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment to address the analytic needs and strategic priorities of MHCC. The incumbent will do so by leading the development and implementation of research relevant to the priorities of MHCC, conferring with colleagues within the Center, across MHCC, and with agency partners external to MHCC, as applicable, to ensure such research proposals are contextually relevant and can produce results that will inform viable policy options. The incumbent is responsible for data collection and management, analysis, contractor quality control, preparation of reports and presentations conveying the findings of research, and engagement in strategic planning.\r\n\r\n\r\nResearch projects will involve querying and analysis of complex health care data such as health care utilization spending, and eligibility data from large databases such as an all-payer claims database or survey data on provider characteristics. The incumbent should have experience with data management and statistical analysis software and programming languages (e.g., SAS, SQL, Python, R), data visualization programs (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI, ArcGIS), and Microsoft applications (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Word), as well as advanced applied statistics techniques. The incumbent may engage in and support strategic planning activities addressing health care priorities for the State of Maryland, including coordinating with agency partners and participating in interagency workgroups, and developing reports leading to policy recommendations. The incumbent must be able to clearly convey, both verbally and in written products, background and context informing research and strategic planning activities, complex research findings and methodologies, policy analyses, and policy recommendations to audiences of varied technical expertise.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must position a Ph.D. from an accredited college or university and at least five or more years of experience conducting quantitative research utilizing advanced applied statistics to analyze health care financing or delivery programs and policies. Ideal candidate must possess experience with coordination of multi-agency strategic planning activities.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must be uploaded to your application.\r\nApplicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.�Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).�\r\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.\r\nCandidates may remain on the�certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information�to 410-333-5689.�Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov.�\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n