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August 15, 2008
Biostatistical Research Analyst - Chattanooga
BioStatistical Research Analyst
The mission of the Health Services Research (HSR) department is to support the Commercial Business and Established Markets and Government Business and Emerging Markets business units by conducting research that improves the outcomes, quality, access to, and cost and utilization of health care services. HSR achieves this mission through health services research designed to (1) improve clinical practice, (2) improve BCBST's ability to provide access to and deliver high quality, high-value health care, and (3) provide policy makers with the ability to assess the impact of system changes on outcomes, quality, access, cost, and use of health care services. The candidate chosen for this position will serve to support the mission of the HSR department.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will work closely with senior researchers and HCS staff to support the HSR mission through the following major activities:
• Provider Profiling
• Clinical Program Evaluation
• Population Assessment
• Statistical Analysis
• Outcomes Assessment
• Report Development
• Assist the senior researchers with developing the above-mentioned activities and programs.
• Be responsible for maintaining production of reports related to the above-mentioned activities.
• Produce visual explanations and conduct analyses on all reports related to the above-mentioned activities.
Qualifications
• Minimum acceptable qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a quantitative/research discipline and two or more years of managed health care experience or an advanced degree in a quantitative/research discipline;
• Have some experience in the application of modern statistical design and analysis techniques to health-related data;
• Have a strong interest in statistical and research methodology;
• Strong abilities in the use of SAS and other computational software for statistical analysis.
• Teamwork and leadership qualities are a plus.
To apply for this position, please visit our website at:
https://www.bcbst.com/about/careers/openings/
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