A cover letter, resume detailing relevant work experience and samples of work are required for consideration. All applications must be submitted through the U-M job site. The salary will be based upon the selected candidate's education and experience.

The Center for Health & Research Transformation (CHRT) inspires and enables evidence-informed policies and practices that improve the health of people and communities. CHRT's revenue comes from a combination of corporate sponsorships, grants and contracts. CHRT seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. For more information about us, please visit www.chrt.org

This position involves working independently and/or under supervision and guidance of CHRT Research and Evaluation Director to: 

• Implement an evaluation  of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) long-term services and supports (LTSS) and home and community-based services (HCBS) programs . 
• Conduct analysis to support the evaluation as needed. This could include qualitative analysis, quantitative analysis, environmental scans and/or literature reviews.
• Duties will include, but not limited to, coordinating with CHRT project managers by maintaining work plans to ensure all deadlines are met, tracking project hours, and proactively raising potential risks; building and managing key relationships to ensure clear and timely communication; monitoring multiple reporting deadlines; preparing and submitting deliverables and reports; identifying partner needs and developing strategies to address those needs; and maintaining regular communication with internal team, clients, partners, and other stakeholders.  
• This individual must be comfortable working in a team environment and able to work with a diverse group of colleagues, clients, subject matter experts and project staff on an on-going basis. 
• Project management skills and the ability to adhere to tight deadlines are a must. 

• Master's degree in public health or related field (with health policy or public health related focus).
• 5 or more years of related experience, including a working knowledge of research/ evaluation methods, public health, and/or public policy
• Knowledge of key issues related to long term services and supports (LTSS), home and community-based services (HCBS), and/or behavioral health service delivery in Michigan.
• Excellent writing and communication skills 
• Must have experience and proficiency with one or more of the following:
  • Survey design, implementation, and analysis. Understanding of survey methodology and analysis. Ability to analyze and interpret survey data using descriptive and inferential statistical methods. Understanding of application of survey data to analyze health and human service policy issues, and/or;
  • Qualitative data collection and analysis.Understanding of qualitative methodology and experience analyzing qualitative data (e.g., interview data), and/or;
  • Management and analysis of administrative data sets. Understanding of appropriate uses for and limitations of administrative data in analysis of health care issues.  
• Demonstrated project management experience working with local, regional and/or state level, multi-site projects; experience working with the State of Michigan is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with stakeholder management and engagement.
• Experience preparing reports, charts, tables, and other visual aids.
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently within defined guidelines.
• Willingness to work in a highly interactive and collegial group of program managers and analysts.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, including demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple activities and projects. 
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and develop creative solutions to overcome work-related challenges

• Data visualization training and skills
• Demonstrated quantitative skills and knowledge of descriptive statistics, statistical tests and statistical inference. Ability to analyze and interpret a wide variety of data using descriptive and inferential statistical methods. 
• Proficiency in working with analytical software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R, Excel, NVivo);
• Evaluation design and implementation, including an understanding of Culturally Responsive and Equitable Evaluation (CREE) approaches

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.