Social Science Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

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Current CareOregon Employees: Please use the internal Workday site to submit an application for this job.

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• Meaningfully contribute to ongoing program monitoring and provide recommendations for programs and interventions based on evaluation and monitoring analyses.
• Provide consultation and serve as a resource in new and emerging equitable evaluation methods.
• Collaborate with internal departments and lines of business to ensure evaluation needs are met.
• With mentorship, provide interpretation and synthesis of programmatic data feedback to inform ongoing program development.
• Meaningfully contribute in the design of opportunities that build a culture of data informed decision making.
• Contribute to the planning, design, and implementation of new program evaluation projects.
• Independently develop logic models and program workflows that clearly articulate how the program/intervention will achieve the outcomes it intends to.
• Commitment to ensuring evaluation activities are done in a culturally competent or inclusive manner.
• Keep abreast of best practices in evaluation and monitoring and work with Evaluation Analyst III to incorporate these practices into the CareOregon evaluation strategy.
• Independently conduct periodic literature reviews and background research to advise evaluation analysis design and outcome or impact measurement.
• Contribute to the development of clear and compelling evaluation reports, materials, and presentations that communicate learnings, outcomes, and applications internally and externally.
• Contribute to the identification of appropriate quantitative and qualitative tools and methods for specific evaluation projects; apply the appropriate methods with guidance from Evaluation Analyst III.
• Conduct intermediate analyses of health-related data (including program data) and provide clear documentation and interpretation.
• Meaningfully contribute to the design and development of data collection and program evaluation tools.
• Contribute to the development and provide training to internal teams on robust evaluation processes and provide technical assistance, as needed.
• Strive to meet annual business goals in support the CareOregon's strategic priorities and cost & utilization strategy.

• Perform work in alignment with the organization's mission, vision and values.
• Support the organization's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by fostering a culture of open mindedness, cultural awareness, compassion and respect for all individuals.
• Strive to meet annual business goals in support of the organization's strategic goals.
• Adhere to the organization's policies, procedures and other relevant compliance needs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Experience and/or Education

Required

• Minimum 4 years' experience in evaluation science, analytics, research, policy, population health or a related technical field, including minimum 2 years' data analytics experience

OR

• Bachelor's degree in social science, science, math, or a health-related field with minimum 3 years' experience in evaluation science, analytics, research, policy, population health or a related technical field, including minimum 1 year data analytics experience

OR

• Master's degree in data analytics (e.g., health informatics, biostatics, business, data methods), public health, health administration, program evaluation and measurement, applied research, or a health-related field with minimum 2 years' experience in evaluation science, analytics, research, policy, population health, or related technical field, including minimum 1 year data analytics experience

Preferred

• Tableau or SQL experience

Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge in some or all of the following areas:
  • Strong knowledge of appropriate quantitative and qualitative data analysis methods and tools
  • Understanding of evaluation theory, methods, and design; including mixed method and participatory approaches
  • Knowledge of managed care concepts and principles
  • Knowledge of quality improvement concepts, principles, and practices
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply social science research methods and analysis techniques in pragmatic, real-world situations
  • Working knowledge of health equity, inclusion, and diversity frameworks and how to apply them to evaluation analysis

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to identify and anticipate issues and act proactively to formulate plans and recommendations
• Strong ability to manage multiple activities, organization communications, and competing priorities, including meeting workload deadlines
• Remain agile and flexible when priorities and projects change quickly and unexpectedly
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, OneNote, and Outlook
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Ability to organize and summarize information in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent professional working relationships with internal staff and departments and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience with survey software (e.g., SurveyMonkey, Qualtrics), qualitative analysis software (e.g., NVivo, Atlas TI), and quantitative analysis software (e.g., Tableau, SQL, R, etc.).
• Experience incorporating community voices into the evaluation process
• Strong experience with applied research, data collection, data analysis, and/or reporting on data and evaluation skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups
• Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions
• Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress
• Ability to see, read, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 6 hours/day
• Ability to hear and speak clearly for at least 3-6 hours/day

Working Conditions

Work Environment(s): Indoor/Office Community Facilities/Security Outdoor Exposure

Member/Patient Facing: No Telephonic In Person

Hazards: [Select one of 3 options]

May include, but not limited to, physical and ergonomic hazards.

Equipment: General office equipment

Travel: [Select one of 2 options]

May include occasional required or optional travel outside of the workplace; the employee's personal vehicle, local transit or other means of transportation may be used

Work Location: Work from home

We offer a strong Total Rewards Program. This includes competitive pay, bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility for bonuses and benefits is dependent on factors such as the position type and the number of scheduled weekly hours. Benefits-eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month on or after their start date. CareOregon offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance, as well as health savings account, flexible spending account(s), lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, wellness program, discounts, and multiple supplemental benefits (e.g., voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pre-tax parking, pet insurance, 529 College Savings, etc.). We also offer a strong retirement plan with employer contributions. Benefits-eligible employees accrue PTO and Paid State Sick Time based on hours worked/scheduled hours and the primary work state. Employees may also receive paid holidays, volunteer time, jury duty, bereavement leave, and more, depending on eligibility. Non-benefits eligible employees can enjoy 401(k) contributions, Paid State Sick Time, wellness and employee assistance program benefits, and other perks. Please contact your recruiter for more information.

We are an equal opportunity employer

CareOregon is an equal opportunity employer. The organization selects the best individual for the job based upon job related qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age, veteran status, ancestry, marital status or disability. The organization will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship on the operation of our organization.