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Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Summary
To support our mission, the Health Research and Analytics (HRA) business line is currently seeking a Senior Quality Measurement Scientist (Social Scientist IV) and may be located remotely within the United States, ideally in Eastern, US - Maryland or Washington, DC area, or Columbus, OH.
The primary functions of the Senior Quality Measurement Scientist (Social Scientist IV) will be to execute appropriate health research and analytical methods designed to evaluate the development, implementation, and maintenance of clinical quality measures and alternative payment models. This includes an understanding of, and experience with, appropriate experimental and quasi-experimental research methodologies, policy analysis, qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods evaluation designs, as well as, outcome dissemination and implementation science. The selected candidate will be part of a team of researchers evaluating the outcomes and impacts of programs focused on a wide range of health
Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction on federally and commercially funded healthcare quality improvement contracts.
• Plans organize, execute, analyze, and perform technical work related to clinical quality measurement; organize project resources, project deliverables; and other related project management activities for multiple projects.
• Participate in scientific conferences, peer review panels, and increase company visibility through peer-reviewed and other technical publications.
• Leads Internal Research & Development projects expanding the science of healthcare quality improvement.
• Directs successful, ongoing business development efforts involving scientific programs and plays a lead role in identifying, cultivating, and capturing major business opportunities.
• Leads and participates in multiple, assigned, and self-initiated research projects with minimal supervision and within time and budget constraints.
• Participates in the development of standards and processes to guide the development of clinical quality measures focused on a wide range of clinical areas.
• Provides subject matter expertise to federally funded clinical quality measure developers.
• Conducts presentations on advancement in clinical quality measure science.
• Perform highly complex assignments by compiling and evaluating design and test data, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for product or process specifications.
• Manage stakeholder relationships through collaboration and working closely with internal and external stakeholders to communicate project data, status, and technical needs and address risk, issues, and opportunities.

Key Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing or endorsing clinical quality measures
• 5+ years working on Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) contracts
• Ph.D./DrPH or PharmD, health administration, health informatics, nursing, public health, other health-related relevant field OR
• Master's degree or higher in pharmacy, health administration, health informatics, public health, other health-related relevant field and 5+ years of professional experience in clinical quality measure development.
• Demonstrated success writing federally funded contract proposals.
• Applicant must be US person for export purposes.

Compensation Data
Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $99,200 - $141,400 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.
Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
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