Senior Health Researcher

Accountabilities

• Serve as a senior subject matter expert and advisor in health services research, program evaluation, implementation science, and healthcare improvement.

• Lead complex evaluations, assessments, and analytical initiatives designed to identify opportunities to improve healthcare delivery, quality, performance, and outcomes.

• Conduct strategic analyses and translate research findings into actionable recommendations for healthcare leaders and decision-makers.

• Support consultation projects through evidence synthesis, needs assessments, program evaluations, and implementation planning.

• Collaborate with government stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to evaluate, implement, and sustain evidence-based healthcare practices and innovations.

• Apply qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to assess program effectiveness and support data-informed decision-making.

• Facilitate discussions with senior stakeholders and provide strategic recommendations related to healthcare programs, policies, and performance improvement.

• Contribute to enterprise initiatives involving implementation science, dissemination, healthcare transformation, innovation, and organizational improvement.

• Develop executive briefings, research reports, white papers, presentations, technical products, and other knowledge resources for internal and external audiences.

• Support the development and dissemination of tools, resources, and knowledge products that advance Military Health System priorities.

• Contribute subject matter expertise to organizational growth, solution development, and future healthcare program opportunities.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Health Services Research, Public Health, or a related field.

• At least 3 years of experience supporting the Military Health System.

• Demonstrated experience in health services research, program evaluation, assessment, and strategic analysis.

• Proven ability to synthesize scientific evidence and translate complex findings into clear, actionable recommendations.

• Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical capabilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing reports, presentations, technical products, and executive briefings.

• Experience collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and supporting complex healthcare initiatives.

• Program management experience and/or certification is preferred.

• Change management experience and/or certification is preferred.

• Experience supporting Military Health System, Department of Defense, or other federal healthcare programs is preferred.

• Experience with implementation science, dissemination science, healthcare innovation, or evidence-based practice initiatives is desirable.

• Experience collaborating with clinicians, researchers, and diverse stakeholder groups is preferred.

• Experience supporting healthcare quality improvement, organizational improvement, or healthcare transformation initiatives is desirable.

• Ability to obtain Public Trust/NACI clearance.

Benefits:

• Fully remote work opportunity.

• Regular full-time W-2 employment.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employee premiums fully covered.

• Dependent coverage available at a nominal rate, including eligible domestic partners.

• 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and a 4% employer match.

• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.

• Supplemental insurance options.

• Training and continuing education opportunities.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Opportunity to contribute to healthcare improvement and evidence-based initiatives supporting the Military Health System.