Quantitative Researcher, Healthcare Innovations

American Institutes for Research is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join its Healthcare Innovations team in Chicago, Cook County, US. This role blends rigorous research, data science, and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve health care quality, cost, and access.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and analyze quantitative studies evaluating health care interventions, policies, and programs.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, psychologists, economists, sociologists, data scientists, and public‑health experts to integrate multidisciplinary perspectives.
• Develop and maintain advanced statistical models, predictive analytics, and machine‑learning pipelines using tools such as R, Python, SAS, or Stata.
• Prepare clear, actionable reports, policy briefs, and peer‑reviewed publications for stakeholders, funders, and academic audiences.
• Provide technical assistance and training to partner organizations on research methods, data management, and evidence‑based decision making.
• Stay current with emerging data‑science technologies and health‑care analytics best practices, recommending innovative solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree (PhD preferred) in Economics, Statistics, Public Health, Health Services Research, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience conducting applied quantitative research in health‑care settings.
• Proficiency in statistical software (R, Python, SAS, Stata) and data‑visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of health‑care systems, quality measurement, cost analysis, and access issues.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to translate complex findings for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with large administrative claims datasets, electronic health records, or patient‑reported outcome measures.
• Background in experimental or quasi‑experimental design, causal inference, and health‑economics modeling.
• Publication record in peer‑reviewed journals or presentations at professional conferences.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $96,100 – $128,100 per year, commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of research does the Quantitative Researcher conduct?

You will design and analyze quantitative studies on health‑care quality, cost, and access, using statistical and machine‑learning methods.

What educational background is required?

A master’s degree in a quantitative field (economics, statistics, public health, etc.) is required; a PhD is preferred.

Is remote work possible for this position?

The role is based in Chicago, Cook County, and expects onsite collaboration, though limited remote flexibility may be discussed.