(Hybrid) Health Data Analyst - Health Affairs Institute

The Health Affairs Institute at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Health Data Analyst.

About the Opportunity

The Health Affairs Institute (HAI) frequently engages in collaborative efforts with West Virginia's Department of Human Services (DoHS), other state agencies, hospital systems, and nonprofits throughout West Virginia. Ideal candidates will have work experience that aligns with the mission of DoHS's Bureau for Medical Services, Bureau for Children and Families, Bureau for Behavioral Health, Bureau for Children and Families, and Bureau for Public Health.

The Health Data Analyst's overarching responsibilities include conducting relevant policy and evaluation research and participating in interdisciplinary research and evaluation teams. The successful Health Data Analyst will be data-driven with strong analytical skills and a proven record of finding insights in disparate data and effectively communicating that information to drive decision-making.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
* 37.5-hour work week
* 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
* 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
* 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
* WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
* 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
* Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Serves as an HAI representative and liaison to the West Virginia DoHS for the planning and performance of projects, programs, and activities involving health data analytics and program evaluation.
• Facilitates communication and efficient collaboration between research partners at the Health Affairs Institute and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources staff.
• Ensures that data analytic and research/evaluation activities comply with Health Affairs Institute and University-level policies for the responsible conduct of research and federal and state policies.
• Support HAI projects in communicating data and spatial analyses to many audiences Collaborate with HAI projects to execute both basic and complex data and mapping analyses. Prepare static and interactive maps and dashboards for internal & external audiences
• Use statistical software (e.g., SAS Python, SQL Server) to clean, manage, and analyze data.
• Use ARC or other GIS packages
• Provides consultation to faculty and government partners regarding the preparation of research proposals, design and methodology, data analytics, and interpretation of results.
• Identifies opportunities for potential collaborations between the Health Sciences Center and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources.
• Prepares reports as required by the University, the Health Sciences Center administration, and external agencies.
• Communicates results of analytic projects and program evaluations with relevant West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources staff.
• Conducts or directs special projects as assigned. Acts in other matters and capacities as delegated by the Director of Health Analytics for the Health Affairs Institute.
• Conducts advanced analytics such as machine learning and performs predictive analytics
• Possesses knowledge and expertise in geo-spatial analysis
  

• Master's Degree in a health-related field
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the following:
  • Record of research and achievement in health outcomes and policy research (health services research, public health informatics, health policy, clinical outcomes) as evidenced by publications and a sustained research program.
  • Experience and knowledge in machine learning and predictive analytics
  • Experience in conducting geo-spatial analysis
  • Experience conducting research/evaluation within the academic and governmental sectors.
  • Good knowledge of Medicaid Claims data and adequate understanding of using eligibility, facility header, facility detail, and professional files.
  • Experience in conducting in-house training
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge and experience in utilizing large health databases for research, program evaluation, and policy development.
• Ability to project and maintain a positive and collaborative attitude. Record of accomplishments in the area of health data analytics.
• Strong ability to communicate goals, methods, and results of research initiatives with key stakeholders. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of standard software packages such as SAS or R
• Experience with Python, SQL Server, R, PowerBI, Geocoding, Tableau, ARC
• Good knowledge of handling mortality data
• Experience working with Medicaid Claims data and adequate understanding of using eligibility, facility header, facility detail, and professional files.
• Training and facilitation skills
• Strong understanding of Data Security and Compliance - particularly with HIPAA and PHI data access and storage
  

• Valid driver's license

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.