Senior Associate, Research – Market Strategy

Abby Care

Senior Associate focusing on research and market strategy in healthcare for Abby Care. Analyzing policies and competitive landscapes for expanding family-led healthcare solutions.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research state-level policies and Medicaid programs for target launch states, 6–12 months ahead of launch, to support the expansion roadmap
Build and maintain a living state policy library - the authoritative internal reference for program eligibility, reimbursement structures, regulatory requirements, and operational implications by state
Keep records current as policies evolve, and proactively surface changes that affect our roadmap or existing markets
Research and maintain an ongoing record of competitors - their footprint, positioning, program participation, and strategic moves
Surface competitive signals and market shifts to leadership through regular briefings
Prepare and submit Medicaid applications to support market launches, on time relative to launch timeline gates
Deliver structured launch readiness assessments for target states ahead of go/no-go decisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years in research-intensive roles - policy research, market intelligence, healthcare/Medicaid analysis, strategy, corporate development, or similar
Demonstrated ability to become a deep subject-matter expert in complex, regulated domains
Experience building and maintaining knowledge assets (libraries, trackers, databases) that others rely on
Comfortable operating independently in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
Familiarity with Medicaid, state healthcare programs, or regulated healthcare markets strongly preferred
Experience preparing regulatory or program applications is a plus
Intellectually curious and energized by going deep on hard, technical topics
Self-directed and reliable on deadlines - especially where launch timelines depend on their output

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation packages that reflect the value you bring. We reward our team for the impact of their work.
Comprehensive health coverage that works for you. Choose from high-quality medical dental and vision options, including a $0 deductible PPO and a company-funded HSA, alongside employer-paid life and disability insurance.
Generous paid time off. We provide policies that allow you to recharge along with 10 paid company holidays.
Financial savings benefits to support your future. We support your financial well-being with HSA contributions, optional FSA and commuter benefits, and full coverage of all 401(k) account fees (employer match not currently offered).
Paid parental leave to support your growing family. We provide paid leave, so you can focus on bonding and adjusting to life as your family grows.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Policy ResearchMedicaid Program AnalysisRegulatory Application PreparationMarket IntelligenceData Management

Soft Skills

Intellectual CuriositySelf-DirectedReliability on DeadlinesAdaptability in Ambiguous Environments