Healthcare policy researcher analyzing US payer data for Policy Reporter’s pharmaceutical, medical device, and diagnostics clients. Delivering accurate reports, dashboards, and actionable market access insights.
Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth research on US healthcare policy data
Investigate and extract healthcare payer policy data for client-facing reports
Lead established reporting and maintain high data accuracy and efficiency through quality assurance
Liaise directly with clients to understand needs, scope deliverables, and present findings as required
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to conduct analysis and generate client dashboards and visualizations
Support and guide new hires through mentorship and training sessions
Support cross-departmental strategic initiatives as a research-team representative
Evaluate content and processes and develop innovative approaches to improve accuracy and efficiency
Maintain a database of healthcare payer policies
Maintain internal research tools
Perform quality-control checks on personal and colleagues’ work
Develop a deep understanding of the US healthcare landscape
Work independently with minimal supervision
Requirements
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel skills
Research competencies, including synthesizing and analyzing insights from large data sets
Ability to summarize, present, and defend findings to internal and external stakeholders
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail
Effective verbal and written communication
Ability to communicate and present findings to clients clearly and concisely
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is an asset, or 1–3 years of experience in a similar role is considered an asset
At least 1 year of quantitative and qualitative research experience
Experience and/or knowledge in Prior Authorization, Billing and Coding, and Medical reimbursement is an asset
Experience communicating findings to external clients is an asset
Prior knowledge of the US healthcare market is preferred
Previous healthcare data experience is an asset
Relevant scientific knowledge or work experience in pharmaceuticals, oncology/immunology, medical devices/procedures, or diagnostics is preferable
Knowledge of the US pharmaceutical, medical device, or diagnostic market access landscape is an asset
Knowledge and/or experience with CPT/HCPCS codes is an asset for relevant areas
Knowledge and/or experience in precision medicine and clinical genomics is highly valued for diagnostics
Experience processing or approving diagnostic coverage claims is an asset
Benefits
Competitive compensation package including extended health benefits
Paid time off
Volunteer leave
Employer-matching retirement savings
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program
Opportunities for personal and career development
Collaborative and supportive company culture
Flexible scheduling across time zones
Work-life balance
Monthly team lunches and virtual social activities
Accommodations during the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities
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