Serve as the principal architect for designing data systems to support AIR’s health research projects, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and reproducibility.
Lead cross-functional teams in the development of innovative data solutions, using tools such as Databricks, R, Python, Stata, SAS, and Git.
Provide strategic oversight of data management and analytics pipelines, including governance, automation, and quality assurance.
Design and implement advanced statistical programming methodologies for complex longitudinal, hierarchical, and multi-source datasets.
Act as a senior advisor to project directors, statisticians, and clients on data strategy, analytic design, and technical feasibility.
Spearhead the development of enterprise-wide programming standards, reusable assets, and documentation practices.
Mentor and coach senior programmers and analysts, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
Lead technical contributions to proposals, including conceptualizing analytic frameworks, developing budgets, and writing compelling technical narratives.
Represent AIR in high-level client engagements, conferences, and professional forums, showcasing AIR’s capabilities and thought leadership.
Monitor emerging technologies and trends in data science and health analytics, recommending strategic investments and innovations.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Statistics, Data Science, Public Health, Epidemiology, Economics, or a related quantitative discipline or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of 11 years of progressive experience in programming health data, with demonstrated impact in health research or evaluation.
Demonstrated experience using Medicare and Medicaid enrollment and claims/encounter data within CMS environments (e.g., IDR, CCW, VRDC).
Demonstrated experience designing complex data systems drawing from multiple data sources.
Proven track record of leading large-scale, multi-disciplinary data projects and teams.
Deep experience with secure computing environments, data privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA), and governance frameworks.
Experience working with or for CMS or similar federal health agencies.
Demonstrated success leading federal proposal development and contributing to winning bids.

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

data systems designstatistical programmingdata managementanalytics pipelinesdata governanceautomationquality assurancedata analysisprogramming health datadata strategy

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcross-functional collaborationstrategic oversightcommunicationtechnical excellencecontinuous learningclient engagementproposal developmentthought leadership