Data Scientist at RAND Corporation

Job Type: Regular

RAND Corporation is actively seeking experienced Data Scientists to join our multidisciplinary teams working on a variety of research topics across health care, education, labor, social and economic wellbeing, national security, and military manpower. This role is integral to supporting in-depth research and analysis using complex data sets, particularly health claims data.

Key Responsibilities

As a Data Scientist at RAND, you will:

• Collaborate with research staff to manage and analyze large and complex data sets.
• Apply programming and analytic skills within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Gain a deep understanding of the research topic and thoroughly acquaint yourself with the involved data.

Basic Qualifications

Candidates should have:

• Proficiency in using SAS for data management and statistical analysis.
• Experience with SQL including PROC SQL.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a solid understanding of statistical methods.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A detail-oriented approach to producing careful work.
• The ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with programming in R or Python is preferred.
• Prior exposure to working with longitudinal surveys.
• Experience in research settings is strongly preferred.

Education

A minimum of a BS/BA in statistics, biostatistics, or a related quantitative field is required. An MS/MA in these fields is preferred.

Experience

Applicants should have:

• At least one year of experience working with healthcare claims data from Medicare, Medicaid, or private-sector sources like Marketscan.
• A minimum of three years of experience in statistical programming with SAS.
• Experience working in remote enclaves such as the VRDC, NBER, IDR.

Security Clearance

U.S. citizenship may be necessary for roles requiring a U.S. government security clearance.

Location

This is a hybrid role based in one of the following locations: Santa Monica, CA; Washington, D.C.; Pittsburgh, PA; or Boston, MA.

Salary Range

Position and salary levels are determined by education and experience:

• Level II: $85,700 - $127,500
• Level III: $100,100 - $152,400
• Level IV: $117,700 - $179,700

RAND considers multiple factors in offer formulations. The salary range includes base pay plus addition through RAND’s sabbatic pay policy. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, paid time-off, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RAND Corporation is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Application Requirement

Interested candidates are required to submit a coding sample along with other application materials.

Join RAND Corporation as a Data Scientist – a place where your work can influence decision-making in critical policy areas. Apply today!