The Health Care Policy Analyst works with other American Action Forum (AAF) researchers and policy analysts and is responsible for original research and analysis of health care policy proposals, legislative initiatives and enacted laws. Analysts are expected to write multiple products each week including research pieces and congressional testimony excerpts; while also supporting the Director of Health Care Policy with timely analysis and background memorandums. This position will, at times, represent AAF in meetings with stakeholders and on Capitol Hill.
A successful candidate will be a detail-oriented team player who combines a firm grasp of health care policy with exceptional quantitative research skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills are an absolute requirement.
This position will report to the Director of Health Care Policy.
Desired Skills & Experience
1 to 3 years of experience in government, health care, policy analysis or a related field
A degree in economics, data analysis, statistics, public policy, history or English; or commensurate experience. Graduate work preferred but not required.
Broad working knowledge of the U.S. health care system and health care policy
Ability to express complex ideas, supported by robust policy analysis, in written and oral form
Ability to communicate complex policy and its implications to a variety of audiences
Familiarity with the U.S. federal legislative and regulatory process as well as associated documents (bills, rulemaking and agency guidance)
Ability to multi-task and shift priorities efficiently with little notice.
Strong quantitative skills and demonstrable expertise working with MS Excel. Experience using statistical packages (such as SAS, STATA, or R) is useful but not essential.
Benefits
Health coverage, paid time off, retirement savings plan, cell phone reimbursement, gym membership, commuter/dependent care pre-tax accounts. Salary commensurate with experience.
About the American Action Forum
The American Action Forum is a forward-looking, non-profit policy institute dedicated to keeping America strong, free and prosperous. It seeks to promote common-sense, innovative, and solutions-based policies that will reform government, challenge outdated assumptions, and create a smaller, smarter government that will serve its citizens better. As a unique, fast-paced “action” tank, we use the modern tools of communications to deploy ideas; engage Americans in the debate over the boundaries of government policy, personal freedoms, and market incentives; and educate and challenge the media to explore these issues and shape the next generation of political leaders.
This is a full time position based in Washington, DC. The American Action Forum is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, citizenship status, or sexual orientation. We are unable to sponsor work visas for this project.
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