The Oregon Health Authority has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Research Analyst to join an excellent team. This is a full-time, permanent, represented position in the Health Policy and Analytics Division, Office of Health IT & Analytics Infrastructure.
What you will do:
The primary purpose of this Health IT Research Analyst position is to provide analytical support for a wide range of health reform and quality improvement initiatives related to health information technology (HIT), health information exchange (HIE), and community information exchange (CIE). The analyst will work with health care and community-based organization-level data on health IT adoption and utilization, survey data, and other cross-office and agency information, to produce timely and relevant reports and deliverables to support Health Policy and Analytics priorities and broader health system transformation goals.
This role requires strong collaboration with policy analysts, program staff, other agencies, vendors, contractors, and partners. The analyst must demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills and poise to work directly with senior leaders and partners as necessary to foster strong, supportive relationships. The position requires a strong ability to clarify and prioritize tasks to effectively navigate a challenging and fast-paced work environment with a range of partners.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading, planning, and managing complex analytical projects using both quantitative and qualitative data, ensuring quality and accuracy throughout the process.
- Applying methods that ensure reliability, validity, and utility of data and measures.
- Producing written, visual, and oral reports, including tables, graphs, and charts, to communicate findings effectively (e.g., 2022 Health IT Report).
- Aggregating and reporting data to monitor HIT, HIE, and CIE implementation and utilization across Oregon to meet oversight, federal reporting, internal management, and public consumption requirements.
- Collaborating on the development and analysis of provider and organizational surveys.
This role requires independent judgment, advanced analytical proficiency, and the ability to manage large-scale projects, distinguishing it from lower-level positions.
Work Location: Optional 100% remote, 100% in-person or hybrid options are available, with office space in Salem or Portland.
What's in it for you?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with wellbeing and promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and innovation. You will collaborate with a motivated team of bright, highly skilled, passionate individuals. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and eleven paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans. If you are committed to contributing to a healthier Oregon and advancing health equity through data-driven decision-making, we highly encourage you to apply for this position at Oregon Health Authority .
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and a diverse and inclusive workforce representing the diversity, culture, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon. Click here to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values. OHA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in any disciplines that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and three years of experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the three years must have included coordinating complex research projects.
OR
Five years of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the five years must have included coordinating complex research projects.
Desired Attributes:
- Proficient in data management and statistical software, such as R (required), strongly prefer SQL, GIS, and Business Intelligence applications proficiency, with optional expertise in SAS and SPSS.
- Proven track record of leading data analytics projects from initiation to completion, ensuring quality and impact.
- Adept at developing data visualizations using various tools, including R, Excel, and Tableau to present findings effectively.
- Significant experience navigating complex data systems, and managing and analyzing large, multi-source data sets.
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills, including delivering clear, impactful reports and presentations to varied audiences.
- Accomplished in conceptualizing and completing projects independently while meeting deadlines and high standards.
- Experience developing interactive dashboards for embedding on the web using Tableau.
- Experience with survey development, implementation, tracking, and data management for accurate analysis.
- Collaboration skills demonstrated through work with committees, CCOs, health plans, and external partners to achieve project objectives.
- Proven ability to lead and collaborate within teams to deliver project objectives.
- Ability to work across OHA programs and with external partners to ensure accurate and clear data are gathered and reported in support of state and federal that will guide standards for reporting.
- Prefer experience with Medicaid and/or Medicare programs, health care delivery systems, and/or health care policy, including Oregon’s healthcare transformation priorities and initiatives.
- Experience in advancing health equity and addressing systemic health disparities and/or engaging diverse, vulnerable, underrepresented populations.
- Prefer experience and knowledge of state/federal initiatives related to health information technology/health information exchange, including Electronic Health Records and other health IT.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Application Deadline: 3/16/2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Salary Range: $6,123 - $9,409 Monthly
