Postdoctoral Researcher in Social Work
Postdoctoral Researcher in Social Work
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University of Arkansas FayettevilleFounded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy worklife balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10 of employee salary.
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School of Social Work
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Summary of Job Duties:
The PostDoctoral Researcher in Social Work specializing in Medicaid policy payment and administration in Arkansas will contribute to a large research project focused on Medicaidrelated issues including payment systems policy evaluation and program implementation. This role involves conducting indepth research analyzing data and providing evidencebased insights to support informed decisionmaking. The Research Manager will work closely with the Project Investigator internal teams and external stakeholders to advance understanding of Medicaids impact on behavioral healthcare delivery costs and outcomes in Arkansas.Key Responsibilities Include:
Design and Project Management:
oDesign and manage research focused on Medicaid policy payment models and program impacts with a particular emphasis on Arkansas.
oDevelop detailed research methodologies data collection plans and analysis frameworks to ensure highquality rigorous research.
Collection Analysis and Interpretation:
oConduct quantitative and qualitative analyses of Medicaid data including beneficiary demographics provider payments utilization trends and policy impacts.
oUse data analysis tools and software to perform complex data modeling and statistical analyses.
oSynthesize findings into clear actionable insights and recommendations tailored to Medicaid policy in Arkansas.
Evaluation and Reporting:
oEvaluate the effectiveness of Medicaid policies and payment reforms focusing on cost efficiency quality of care and beneficiary access to services.
oPrepare comprehensive reports policy briefs and presentations for internal and external audiences including stakeholders in Arkansas behavioral healthcare policy.
oProvide guidance on policy implications based on research findings and contribute to strategy development around Medicaid programs.
Engagement and Communication:
oCollaborate with Medicaid program staff policymakers and healthcare providers in Arkansas to share research findings and gather input for ongoing studies.
oAct as the primary point of contact for project partners funders and other stakeholders regarding Medicaidrelated research.
oCommunicate complex research findings and policy recommendations to nontechnical audiences effectively.
Learning and Expertise Development:
oStay updated on state and federal Medicaid policy changes trends and innovations especially those impacting Arkansas.
oIdentify and pursue opportunities for additional research funding in Medicaid and related areas.
oMentor and guide junior research staff and postgraduate students fostering a collaborative and productive research environment.
Regular reliable and nondisruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Social Work Public Health Health Policy Health Economics or a related field
Preferred Qualifications:
One year or more of experience in Medicaid focused research including policy analysis payment systems and healthcare access
Strong knowledge of Medicaid policy payment methodologies and program structures
Expertise in data analysis tools (e.g. STATA R SAS) and familiarity with healthcare datasets
Excellent project management organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to translate complex research data into policy recommendations
Proficiency in MS Office and data visualization software (e.g. Tableau)
Additional Information:
This is a 2year appointment renewable based on the need for the position availability of funding and continued satisfactory level of performance in the role.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
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The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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