Job Description: The Senior Research Assistant at the School of Public Health’s Department of Health Services Policy & Practice joins a vibrant team supporting the activities of the Department and the Center for Advancing Health Policy through Research. The Senior Research Assistant is involved in health services research to better understand and develop policies that will lower spending growth, improve patient outcomes, and drive structural change in U.S. health care delivery. Core topic areas include payment reform, the evolving landscape of Medicare and Medicare Advantage, commercial price growth, health care market structures including the impacts of consolidation and private equity ownership, and state efforts to address affordability and value. The Senior Research Assistant works closely with center Professors (PIs) and other research team members on a wide range of project-related tasks, such as project management, project documentation, IRB application support, progress reports, administrative support, internal and external communication, literature reviews, data collection, manuscript preparation, and report writing. The Senior Research Assistant will also contribute to the center’s efforts to engage in the policy process, such as through dissemination of research findings; providing technical assistance to policy stakeholders; and relationship building with key stakeholders. All tasks may be performed independently and/or without direct supervision in an on- or off-site location. Education and ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and 3 to 5 years of research experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Job Competencies + Ability to set goals and work independently to manage both short- and long-term responsibilities. + Flexibility to adapt to changing work conditions. + Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills. + Computer skills (word processing, data management, Power Point, reference manager). + Proficiency with analytic software including but not limited to Excel. + Willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment. Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses a computer which results in repetitive motion. Physical Demands: This is largely a sedentary role that involves sitting most of the time. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures. Additional physical demands and working conditions: Hybrid Eligible All candidates must possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment. All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification that are satisfactory to Brown University. This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 12/31/2027 which may be extended based upon available funding. Benefits of Working at Brown: Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here (https://www.brown.edu/a-z/benefits-working-brown) . Recruiting Start Date: 2025-02-18 Job Posting Title: Senior Research Assistant-1 Department: Department of Health Services, Policy & Practice Grade: Grade 9 Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5 Position Work Location: Hybrid Eligible Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment. Submission Guidelines: Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application. Still Have Questions? If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu. EEO Statement: Brown University is an E-Verify Employer. As an EEO/AA employer (https://go.brown.edu/equal-employment-opportunity) , Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.