The posting
Description
The Department of Population Health Science and Policy at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist with interest in health economics, health services research, and health policy, especially Medicaid policy.
The fellow will join the Postpartum Outcomes and Extension of Medicaid (POEM) team on a NIH funded causal inference study about the impact of post-pandemic policy changes in postpartum Medicaid coverage policy as well as the Center for Child Health Services Research Team on a range of NIH funded studies focused on provider and payer drivers and mediators of health disparities for children with chronic diseases.
The ideal candidate will have some experience working with health administrative/insurance claims data and other large datasets. Prior experience with the Department of Health or other training with large data will be viewed favorably. While the position requires technical skills, we are also looking for a person passionate about improving care for women and children, and in growing as a member of our team.
The fellow is expected to increase their methodological knowledge in causal inference, longitudinal modeling, agent-based modeling, and mixed methods. Additionally, the fellow will build skills for designing and implementing applied research studies and have opportunities to either lead or co-author manuscript publications. Responsibilities will include processing large datasets, performing statistical analyses, developing models, preparing manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals, delivering presentations at scientific meetings, and providing other research and methodological support for existing and ongoing studies.
Responsibilities
The position offers a one-year postdoctoral fellowship with the possibility of a second year with compensation commensurate with experience. The position includes an excellent benefits package and funds for travel to professional conferences and meetings. Individuals with the following characteristics will be competitive for the position: strong motivation and commitment to a career in women and children’s health, excellent communication and quantitative skills, ability to conduct self-directed and collaborative research.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in developing research designs, analytic plans, and communicating results.
- Develop programs, methodologies, and files for analyzing and presenting data.
- Import and clean raw datasets and evaluate data quality.
- Perform statistical analyses according to the study design (e.g., hierarchical modeling, survival analyses, weighted analyses, difference-in-difference, simulation, etc.)
- Accurately and appropriately interpret and communicate results.
- Detect and address issues in data and analytic results.
- Clearly communicate processes used and results achieved and suggest new and alternative approaches.
- Assist in writing and editing manuscripts for publication.
- Cultivate deep familiarity with methodological approaches and data.
Key Words:
- Economics
- Economist
- Analyst
- Data analyst
- Staff associate
- Epidemiologist
- Statistician
- Big data
- Health disparities
- Women’s Health
- Pediatrics
- Cardiology
- Surgery
Qualifications
Eligibility:
• PhD, DrPh, ScD, or equivalent degree in Health Economics, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Public Health, Statistics or other related quantitative disciplines.
• Comprehensive understanding of statistical concepts and methods.
• Proficiency in at least one programing language (e.g., R, SAS, STATA).
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and writing) and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interest in health research.
Required Applicant Documents: CV, cover letter, 2 writing samples/publications, and 1-page research statement. References will be requested in the final stages. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Employer Description
Strength through Unity and Inclusion
The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.
At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.
About the Mount Sinai Health System:
Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.
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The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.
Compensation
The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $72500 - $80000 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
