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Research Scientist

• Conducts and oversees economic modeling, using claims data to assess economic outcomes and health system performance evaluations.
• Support data driven decision making for state health programs and policies.
• Perform hands on data work and produce insights that drive operational improvements, translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for government and industry partners.
• Develop economic models to determine the efficient allocation of resources available to healthcare payers and providers, and develop appropriate communications for a variety of stakeholders.
• Work under the guidance of the Director of the Center for Measurement and Health Data Analytics to maintain sophisticated models to forecast the financial impact of health policies and policy changes.
• Conduct sensitivity analyses and stress testing on models to develop robust understanding on the range of potential outcomes under multiple scenarios.
• Develop knowledge repository of industry best practices and innovations.
• Proactively provide analytic guidance for financial and economic outcomes of policies and policy changes using conventional and predictive study designs.
• Accomplish comparative evaluations and retrospective studies to measure the actual economic outcomes against initial projections.
• Build repeatable and scalable analytic processes.
• Generate executive presentations for stakeholders
• Promote and shape HAI best practices concerning automation and documentation.
• Contribute to department initiatives around automation, Machine learning, AI use, and tooling improvements.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the responsible conduct of research and data security.
• Execute Health Economic Outcomes Research (HEOR) evidence generation including; cost-benefit analysis, cost-effectiveness analysis and budget impact models
• Analyze Medicaid and commercial claims data using SQL, SAS, R, or Python to identify trends, cost drivers, and utilization patterns.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams including data scientists, policy analysts, and state partners.
• Support grant proposals and project scoping with economic insights.
• Oversee/provide mentorship to other analysts as directed by the Director of the Center for Measurement and Health Data Analytics
• Develop and lead training modules as directed by the Director of Health Analytics.
• Lead data risk assessments to mitigate and/or expose data quality and/or security issues in collaboration with the HAI Program Development and Management Office (PDMO) and the Director of Health Information.
• Identify and troubleshoot unanticipated data problems or unexpected results and provide solutions to resolve identified concerns.
• Provide consultation and support for HAI project team members in data analysis and visualization best practices, and new and current technology.
• Participate in high-level stakeholder meetings to understand stakeholder priorities and develop potential solutions as required.
• Develop quality assurance processes and protocols in collaboration with the PDMO.
• Ensure that data analytic and research/evaluation activities are compliant with Health Affairs Institute and University-level policies for the responsible conduct of research as well as federal, and state policies.
• Provide consultation to faculty and government partners regarding preparation of research proposals, design and methodology, data analytics and interpretation of results.
• Identify opportunities for potential collaborations between the Health Sciences Center and the West Virginia Department of Human Services.
• Prepare reports as required by the University, the Health Sciences Center administration, and external agencies.
• Communicates results of analytic projects and program evaluations with relevant staff of the West Virginia Department of Human Services.
• Conduct or direct special projects as assigned.
• Act in other matters and capacities as delegated by the Director of the Center for Measurement and Health Data Analytics for the Health Affairs Institute.

Health Economist, Research Scientist – Health Affairs Institute

Data Analyst

• Serves as an HAI representative and liaison to the West Virginia DoHS for the planning and performance of projects, programs, and activities involving health data analytics and program evaluation.
• Facilitates communication and efficient collaboration between research partners at the Health Affairs Institute and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources staff.
• Ensures that data analytic and research/evaluation activities comply with Health Affairs Institute and University-level policies for the responsible conduct of research and federal and state policies.
• Support HAI projects in communicating data and spatial analyses to many audiences
• Collaborate with HAI projects to execute both basic and complex data and mapping analyses.
• Prepare static and interactive maps and dashboards for internal & external audiences
• Use statistical software (e.g., SAS Python, SQL Server) to clean, manage, and analyze data.
• Use ARC or other GIS packages
• Provides consultation to faculty and government partners regarding the preparation of research proposals, design and methodology, data analytics, and interpretation of results.
• Identifies opportunities for potential collaborations between the Health Sciences Center and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources.
• Prepares reports as required by the University, the Health Sciences Center administration, and external agencies.
• Communicates results of analytic projects and program evaluations with relevant West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources staff.
• Conducts or directs special projects as assigned.
• Acts in other matters and capacities as delegated by the Director of Health Analytics for the Health Affairs Institute.
• Conducts advanced analytics such as machine learning and performs predictive analytics
• Possesses knowledge and expertise in geo-spatial analysis

Health Data Analyst – Health Affairs Institute

• Conducts and oversees economic modeling
• Supports data driven decision making for state health programs and policies
• Produces insights that drive operational improvements
• Develops economic models to determine efficient resource allocation
• Maintains sophisticated models to forecast financial impact of health policies
• Conducts sensitivity analyses and stress testing on models
• Provides analytic guidance for financial and economic outcomes of policies
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams including data scientists and policy analysts
• Prepares reports and communicates results of analytic projects
• Oversees/provides mentorship to other analysts
• Leads training modules as directed

Health Economist – Research Scientist

Project Manager

• Manage large-scale, nationally visible projects (>$10M), ensuring strong stakeholder engagement and alignment with project requirements and agreements.
• Coordinate across university, industry, nonprofit, and government partners operating within large collaborative research programs
• Plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate assigned projects to ensure they are delivered on time and within approved scope and budget.
• Support the operational management of internal seed funding programs, including proposal intake, review coordination, project onboarding, milestone tracking, and reporting support
• Coordinate project teams in the development of project plans and implementation approaches; collaborate with research partners (universities, industry, consultants, and other stakeholders).
• Identify funding opportunities and support proposal development by assembling project work plans, schedules, partner scope, and required attachments.
• Provide project inputs for proposal budgeting in partnership with the finance team.
• Support the formation of research teams and development of work plans, project concepts, and implementation approaches.
• Develop a detailed Project Management Plan (PMP) with measurable outcomes, deliverables, and milestones; as required, develop or contribute to plans such as: Risk Management Plan, Quality Plan, Communication Plan, Health & Safety Plan Change Management Plan, Conflict Management Plan, Security Plan, Data Management Plan Roles and responsibilities matrix
• Support proposal preparation and submission to funding agencies (e.g., compiling required project components and coordinating partner inputs)
• Coordinate subaward/subcontract needs (scope, deliverables, timelines) and work with the finance team to support subaward setup and ongoing monitoring.
• Track partner performance and deliverables; support invoice review with programmatic verification (in coordination with finance for financial review/processing).
• Ensure timely submission of required reports and maintain compliance with grant/contract requirements.
• Engage routinely with WVU internal offices (e.g., Office of Sponsored Programs, WVU Shared Services, and college-level business offices) to support effective execution.
• Develop tools, templates, and best practices that strengthen project management execution and documentation.
• Provide day-to-day coordination of project activities, proactively identifying issues and supporting timely resolution.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders; ensure clear communication and alignment of project goals.
• Provide regular project updates on milestones, risks, and deliverables to leadership, sponsors, and partners; represent WISER at relevant meetings and events.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to project teams and the research community on project management practices, as appropriate.
• Promote WISER and WVU activities through community outreach and engagement as needed (conferences, community events, meetings, presentations).

Research Analyst

• Serves as a University representative and liaison to the West Virginia Department of Human Services
• Work as part of a team to advance the partnership between the West Virginia University Health Sciences Center and the West Virginia Department of Human Services
• Facilitates communication and efficient collaboration between research partners
• Oversee and conduct analyses of Medicaid claims data using SAS and other statistical analysis packages
• Support West Virginia University faculty and leadership within the Department for Human Services
• Train other West Virginia University faculty in analyzing Medicaid claims data
• Ensure compliance with university-level policies for responsible conduct of research
• Provide consultation to faculty and government partners regarding preparation of research proposals
• Identify opportunities for potential collaborations
• Prepares reports as required by the University
• Communicates results of analytic projects and program evaluations with relevant staff
• Conducts or directs special projects as assigned
• Assist with the publication of peer-reviewed manuscripts

Research Associate – Health Affairs Institute

Network Engineer

• Design and develop network architecture, including LAN/WAN infrastructure, routing protocols, and IP addressing schemes
• Evaluate and recommend network equipment, software, and tools to meet business requirements
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand network needs and develop network upgrade strategies
• Install, configure, and maintain network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless access points
• Implement network protocols, VLANs, VPNs, and network security measures
• Ensure seamless integration of network solutions with existing systems and applications
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and proactively optimize network infrastructure
• Conduct regular network capacity planning and recommend necessary upgrades
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams as required
• Implement and maintain network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls
• Conduct security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR, FERPA, HIPAA) related to network security
• Create and maintain detailed network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures
• Generate regular reports on network performance, availability, and security incidents
• Provide comprehensive documentation and knowledge transfer to support teams and end-users
• Lead and mentor junior network engineers, providing guidance and technical expertise
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including system administrators, application developers, and security analysts, to ensure effective network operations
• Participate in project planning and provide network engineering expertise to support organizational initiatives
• Stay updated with the latest networking technologies, industry trends, and best practices
• Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their potential benefits for the organization
• Participate in professional development activities, certifications, and knowledge sharing within the team.

Senior Network Engineer – Information Technology Services, Network Services

• Lead the installation, configuration, and maintenance of complex network hardware and software components, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Oversee the setup and maintenance of local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs).
• Diagnose and resolve advanced network issues, utilizing in-depth knowledge of network protocols, routing, and switching.
• Utilize advanced network monitoring tools to ensure network performance, reliability, and security.
• Lead network-related projects, such as network upgrades, migrations, and new technology implementations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior network technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
• Implement advanced network security measures, including firewall configurations, intrusion detection systems, and access controls.
• Plan and execute network changes, upgrades, and patches while minimizing disruption to users and services.

Network Engineer – Information Technology Services, Network Services

Director

• Provide strategic leadership and operation oversight of all information technology systems and CRM platforms in enrollment management
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of the University’s enrollment management CRM
• Provide strategic vision and enhancement planning to enrollment technologies and platforms
• Manage all technologies and platforms utilized by Enrollment Management
• Investigate and resolve data quality issues
• Collaborate with marketing, academic, IT departments and other units as necessary