Clinical Quality Measure Project Associate

American Institutes for Research

Healthcare research organization seeking associate to develop CMS electronic clinical quality measures. Supporting annual updates, documentation, measure maintenance, and project coordination.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,000 - $87,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electronic clinical quality measures (eCQMs) development and maintenance, with a strong focus on project coordination, documentation, and adherence to QDM and FHIR standards. Proficient in managing project tasks and timelines while ensuring accuracy and quality in deliverables.

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Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs)Measures Management System (MMS)Project CoordinationMicrosoft Office SuiteAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Electronic Clinical Quality Measures (eCQMs)Measures Management System (MMS)Measure Authoring Development Integrated Environment (MADiE)Value Set Authority Center (VSAC)Project ManagementDocumentation DevelopmentElectronic Health Records (EHRs)Quality Measure MaintenanceData ReviewWorkflow Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Interpersonal SkillsStrong Communication SkillsTime ManagementAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Clinical WorkflowsQuality Measure DevelopmentProject PlanningVirtual Work EnvironmentChild Safeguarding Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of electronic clinical quality measures (eCQMs) aligned with QDM and FHIR standards
Support the CMS eCQM Annual Update publication process by coordinating across measure teams to meet milestones
Review and provide feedback on eCQMs published annually by CMS
Develop Annual Update supporting documentation, including measure technical release notes and measure flows
Contribute to quality measure maintenance activities, including expert workgroup coordination and facilitation, performance data review, and implementer feedback reviews
Develop and maintain standard templates, processes, and workflows consistent with AIR best practices and contract requirements
Support project planning and implementation by managing, monitoring, and tracking project tasks
Contribute to project team and client meetings through agenda preparation and notetaking

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years of related experience or equivalent education
Knowledge of Measures Management System (MMS) Blueprint quality measure development and maintenance activities
Familiarity with Measure Authoring Development Integrated Environment (MADiE) and Value Set Authority Center (VSAC)
Prior experience coordinating projects in a fast-paced environment
Experience managing multiple activities to meet deadlines
Knowledge of electronic health records (EHRs) and clinical workflows preferred but not required
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Excellent time management and ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and in a team environment to design, analyze, and report on research projects
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Comfortable working across a virtual/dispersed work environment
Must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis
Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available
May need to meet certain residency requirements depending on project work
Selected candidates will undergo reference and background checks
Must adhere to AIR’s child safeguarding principles

Benefits

Comp & perks

AIR’s Total Rewards Program
Remote work within the United States or work from a U.S. office location
Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employment
Reasonable accommodation during the employment process
Drug-free work environment