Description
Why RTIRTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world's most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems.We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you. About the Hiring GroupRTI International’s Center for Health Care Financing and Payment Research is seeking a researcher with expertise in prescription drug policy, clinical evidence, and health services research to support health policy projects and initiatives. The successful candidate will bring strong knowledge of pharmaceutical policy, drug utilization, drug coverage and reimbursement, and evidence synthesis, and will contribute to RTI’s growing portfolio of drug policy research and consulting for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and other clients. Candidates may choose to work remotely within the United States or out of the Research Triangle Park, NC office. What You'll DoReview and synthesize evidence on drug effectiveness, safety, utilization, patient adherence, and therapeutic advances, including from clinical trials, existing literature, compendia, and claims data. Conduct and synthesize reviews of clinical practice guidelines to inform coverage policy, formulary design, and value-based care initiatives. Interview clinical experts (e.g., physicians, pharmacists) to understand real-world treatment patterns, drug indications, and utilization. Support the design and interpretation of studies on drug utilization patterns and outcomes in populations and subpopulations, including Medicare and Medicaid. Provide expertise on therapeutic alternatives, off-label use, and clinically relevant outcomes. Provide subject matter expertise on the development of value frameworks, formulary recommendations, and drug coverage and reimbursement policies of public and private payers. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including economists, physicians, statisticians, policy analysts, and programmers, to produce high-quality, policy-relevant deliverables. Translate findings into clear reports, briefs, presentations, and publications for diverse stakeholders. What You'll NeedMinimum Qualifications: PhD and at least six years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience; or a Bachelor’s degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience. At least four years of experience in drug policy, health services research, healthcare consulting, managed care, or related work. Experience with domestic (United States) health policy. Experience with clinical guideline review, evidence synthesis, or outcomes research. Familiarity with pharmacy claims, formulary design, quality measures (e.g., PQA, STAR ratings), and clinical drug evaluation. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex clinical and policy concepts for multiple audiences. Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status, etc.). Preferred Qualifications: Clinical training (e.g., PharmD, MD, RN) or demonstrated experience working closely with clinicians on drug policy research. Experience with Medicare Part D and/or other prescription drug policies and programs, including Medicaid, 340B, and states. Experience analyzing large healthcare data sets, especially Medicare or Medicaid claims and administrative data. Publication record in drug policy, clinical effectiveness, or health services research. EEO & Pay Equity StatementsFor San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here. RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. For Applicants in Massachusetts Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance. Equal Pay Act Minimum/Range$142,000 - $176,000Responsibilities
Qualification
Minimum Qualifications: PhD and at least six years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience; or a Bachelor’s degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience. At least four years of experience in drug policy, health services research, healthcare consulting, managed care, or related work. Experience with domestic (United States) health policy. Experience with clinical guideline review, evidence synthesis, or outcomes research. Familiarity with pharmacy claims, formulary design, quality measures (e.g., PQA, STAR ratings), and clinical drug evaluation. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex clinical and policy concepts for multiple audiences. Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status, etc.). Preferred Qualifications: Clinical training (e.g., PharmD, MD, RN) or demonstrated experience working closely with clinicians on drug policy research. Experience with Medicare Part D and/or other prescription drug policies and programs, including Medicaid, 340B, and states. Experience analyzing large healthcare data sets, especially Medicare or Medicaid claims and administrative data. Publication record in drug policy, clinical effectiveness, or health services research
