Display Title:     Disability Benefits Analyst

Locations: Princeton, NJ; Cambridge, MA; Washington, DC

Position Description:

Mathematica Policy Research (MPR) is a nationally recognized, nonpartisan firm that conducts domestic social policy research on health care, welfare, education, labor, and related topics. MPR's mission is to improve public well-being by bringing the highest standards of quality, objectivity, and excellence to bear in our work for our clients which include federal, state, and local government agencies, and private foundations.

Mathematica is inviting applications from individuals with significant experience in the processing of claims for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. The successful applicant will participate in policy research activities related to the SSDI/SSI claims, as well as other disability and health projects

As a Disability Benefits Analyst, you would join our staff of approximately 70 health research professionals, which includes doctoral level (Ph.D., D.Sc., or Dr.P.H.) and physician researchers in the fields of public health, public policy, behavioral or social sciences, and economics, as well as MPH and other master's-level analysts. We offer our employees a stimulating team-oriented work environment, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of employee ownership.

Disability Benefits Analysts participate in key project activities including:
· Conducting site visits to assess the operations and costs of state, federal, and local health care programs

·Provide technical support in the implementation of demonstrations.

Conducting literature reviews
· Performing quantitative analyses with large databases to determine program outcomes or conduct policy simulations
· Writing chapters of analytic reports and proposals for new projects
· Track financial progress of projects using Excel; prepare reports for monthly project reviews; assist with budget revisions and contract proposals  

Qualifications:

·Bachelors degree and a least two years experience as a disability Claims Representative in a Social Security Administration Field Office, or as an adjudicator in a state Disability Determination Service, or equivalent.

Master's degree in public policy, public health, economics, statistics, or a related field preferred.

. Extensive, broad  knowledge of all SSDI, SSI and disability claims administration 
·Significant qualitative and quantitative skills 
· Working knowledge of current policy issues in one or more of the following areas: managed care, public health infrastructure, state health policy, health care reimbursement issues, mental health/substance abuse, maternal and child health, disability, long-term care, or other relevant areas
· Excellent oral and written communication skills and a strong record of productive interpersonal relationships with colleagues and others
 

To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, and salary requirements via our online employment web-site at: https://careers.mathematica-mpr.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=51288  

Visit our website at www.mathematica-mpr.com

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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