Health Policy Analyst

Position Overview

At the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA), we steward Massachusetts health data using multifaceted datasets and cutting-edge analytics to ensure transparency in our health care system. Our work directly impacts policy—supporting data‐driven decisions to improve care quality, equity, and affordability for Massachusetts families. In a flexible, collaborative environment, you’ll work in a hybrid model that includes at least two designated in‐person days at our vibrant Boston office (501 Boylston Street) and the opportunity to work remotely on other days.

Join us as a Health Policy Analyst on our Health Informatics and Reporting team, where you’ll support projects, share content expertise, and provide technical oversight while shaping impactful health policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Data-Backed Insights by executing analyses on extensive health care enrollment, spending, quality, and claims data to inform policy initiatives.
• Take Part in Strategic Project Management by prioritizing projects and providing input to work plans to ensure timely and efficient execution.
• Enhance Collaborative Teams by working closely with fellow analysts in creating, planning, and delivering high-value analytic products.
• Champion Data Integrity through comprehensive documentation, quality assurance, and management practices.

Required Qualifications

• Data Strategist: Proficient in data management and analysis using tools such as R, SAS, or SQL to derive evidence-based insights.
• Strategic Analyst: Proven ability to execute projects in health care and policy domains with creative problem-solving skills.
• Logical Thinker: Strong analytical mindset to synthesize complex information and communicate findings to diverse audiences.
• Tech-Driven Professional: Familiar with data visualization and business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau or Power BI) and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public policy, public health, or a quantitative field is preferred.
• Professional Experience: At least one year of experience in health care data, analytics, policy, or program management is desirable.
• Effective Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively.
• Minimum Entrance Requirements: For Analyst I, a minimum of two years of relevant experience (or an appropriate degree substitution) is required; for Analyst II, at least three years of experience (or equivalent substitution) is expected.

Benefits & Perks

• Hybrid Work Model: Work in person at our Boston office on two designated days per week and remotely on others.
• Compensation: Analyst I/RSA I salary ranges from $60,344.96 to $86,197.28 annually; Analyst II/RSA II salary ranges from $69,369.82 to $100,264.58 annually.
• Comprehensive Employee Benefits: Enjoy an outstanding suite of benefits that support your well-being and your future.
• Agency-specific Flexible Work and IT Arrangements to accommodate diverse needs.
• Inclusive Work Environment that values diversity and ensures accessible work arrangements.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Information submitted by applicants is collected through our recruitment platform and used solely for processing your application.