Research Associate / Health Care Data Analyst



Job Details

Research Associate / Health Care Data Analyst
Employer

State of South Carolina

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Job Type

Temporary Grant - Full-Time

Job Number

STA00342PO18

Department

University of South Carolina

Opening Date

03/26/2018

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

n/a

Hiring Range - Max.
$75,000.00

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Job Responsibilities

The Institute for Families in Society (IFS) at USC was established in the early 1990s through the interdisciplinary efforts of a task force commissioned by the University of South Carolina. The Division of Integrated Health & Policy Research (IHPR) is an interdisciplinary, applied research team within the IFS that conducts research and policy analysis on health and family issues that affect South Carolina and the nation. The Division is one of 27 University-based Research Centers and Institutes in the nation partnering with State Medicaid Agencies and has been continuously funded by a variety of contracts and grants for over 20 years. While positions are posted as grant-funded, they are intended to be continuous for as long as contract and grant funding is sustained.

Research Associate/ Healthcare Data Analyst is responsible for working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to handle complex data projects. This position works with large-complex data files and provides analytic support for research and reporting using administrative claims, provider, member, clinical, quality measure, and pharmacy data. 
This position works within a SAS environment utilizing the latest software and analytic tools including SQL, SAS-Visual Analytics, and other third-party software products that enhance analytic capacity (e.g., HEDIS, AHRQ PQI, etc.).

Two positions available.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Ability to learn quickly new analytic tools in a changing healthcare environment. Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, project leader, and co-workers both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA rules and regulations. Ability to organize, plan and prioritize assignments within multiple projects. Able to work with minimal direction and be flexible when rapid or extensive changes are needed. Advanced knowledge of data management, SAS, SQL, and other business intelligence tools necessary to work with big data projects.
 

Master Degree in a related field and 3+ years of statistical analysis or data analysis experience or related data processing experience, including data warehouse, coding or ETL experience.

Additional Comments

Your application must be submitted online at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/.  Google Chrome must be used as the preferred internet browser to enter the applicant portal.
 
QuickLink (Place in Browser):  http://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/28066
Department Name: University of South Carolina Office of Talent Acquisition
Address: Division of Human Resources, Columbia, SC  29208 
Phone: 803-777-3821
 
Agency Specific Application Procedures: ****To Apply: Your application must be submitted online at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/.Follow the directions and enter Posting Number STA00342PO18 to apply for this position.
 

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Benefits for State Employees

State Employees may be eligible for a variety of benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system, the State of South Carolina offers a competitive benefits program for state employees. To learn more about the benefits of state employment, please explore the links below:

Healthcare Benefits
The State offers its employees comprehensive health insurance, along with a variety of supplemental insurance programs including dental, vision, life, long-term disability, and health savings accounts. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered a generous retirement program with options that can be tailored to meet employees' needs. South Carolina offers a traditional pension program, as well as deferred compensation options that give employees more control over their retirement investments. These programs are designed to help provide state employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs.

Workplace Benefits
In addition, state employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as tuition assistance; holidays, annual leave, and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and
more. Check out the link above to see a summary of the other benefits that are available to state employees.

Note: The above benefits are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

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Employer
State of South Carolina
Address
O'Fallon Sta Dr
O'Fallon
O' Fallon, Missouri, 63366
Phone
(803) 896-5300
(803) 896-5308

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.

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