Research Scientist at Elevance Health in district of columbia, Washington DC

Job Description:

Research Scientist




Location: This position will work a hybrid model (remote and in office one day per week). Ideal candidates will live within 50 miles of one of our Pulse Point locations in Wilmington, DE, Newton, MA, Indianapolis, IN, Norfolk, VA, Mason, OH, Atlanta, GA, Portland, ME, St. Louis, MO, Wallingford, CT, Louisville, KY or Washington, D.C.


The Research Scientist is responsible for Carelon Research line of business; specific projects ranging from retrospective to large-scale, prospective studies in areas including population health, health economics, clinical effectiveness (drug, procedures, vaccine, and medical device), health outcomes, safety surveillance, risk management, pharmacoepidemiology, pharmacoeconomics, and comparative effectiveness research.



How you will make an impact:

• Leads high quality research project proposal development from early conceptual stages for external and internal submissions.
  
  


• Provides scientific rigorous input in the design and development of the research studies to fulfill study objectives.
  
  


• Executes statistical analyses plans independently with effective problem solving and decision making as principal investigator across a broad program of studies related to a therapeutic area and/or external collaborator.
  
  


• Collaborates with biostatisticians to implement the study design and statistical analyses plans utilizing advanced statistical techniques such as propensity score modeling, GEE (generalized estimate equation) and graduate-level statistics in performing research study design and analysis.
  
  


• Conducts review of administrative claims and clinical data and statistical output to ensure accuracy of results.
  
  


• Summarizes key findings and generates value messages for incorporation into project deliverables, publications, and presentations.
  
  


• Prepares study reports and manuscripts for submissions to peer-review journals demonstrating subject matter expertise.
  
  


• Performs key project functions with minimal oversight.
  
  


• Collaborates with business and Public Affairs partners, researchers, clinicians, medical writers, subcontractors, or other support staff effectively to keep projects on scope, cost and on schedule.
  
  

Minimum Requirements:



Requires a MS in health sciences or related advanced degree, or clinical degree such as PharmD, or MD, combined with Master level degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in health service research, biostatistics, epidemiology, health policy, economics or related field; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.



Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:

• Ph.D. or MD strongly preferred.
  
  


• Postgraduate or post-doctoral training or relevant experience in conducting observational and/or prospective research studies strongly preferred.
  
  


• Clinical or therapeutic area knowledge, familiarity with clinical practice guidelines, and/or understanding of the U.S. health care system strongly preferred.
  
  

For candidates working in person or remotely in the below location, the salary* range for this specific position is $142,876.00 - $214,314.00.


Location: Washington, D.C.


In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws.


* The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.


Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.

Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must reside within 50 miles or 1-hour commute each way of a relevant Elevance Health location.

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.

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