Research Assistant

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The Research Assistant at the School of Public Health's Department of Health Services Policy & Practice joins a vibrant team supporting the activities of the Department and the Center for Advancing Health Policy through Research. The Research Assistant is involved in health services research to better understand and develop policies that will lower spending growth, improve patient outcomes, and drive structural change in U.S. health care delivery. Core topic areas include payment reform, the evolving landscape of Medicare and Medicare Advantage, commercial price growth, health care market structures including the impacts of consolidation and private equity ownership, and state efforts to address affordability and value.

The Research Assistant position is ideal for candidates with an interest in economics, health services research, medicine, and related fields and who have plans for doctoral studies after working as a Research Assistant for 1-2 years. The position works closely with center Professors (PIs) and other research team members on a range of project-related activities, with a focus on working with administrative datasets and estimating econometric models. The position works collaboratively with faculty-led teams in a dynamic environment that encourages independent thinking, problem solving, and collegiality.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field and 1 to 2 research years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1 year experience in health policy research (or related field). Coursework in related fields can substitute for experience.

Job Competencies

• Proficiency in statistics, data analytics, and programming language(s).
• Knowledge of the U.S. health care system.
• Ability to set goals and work independently to manage both short- and long-term responsibilities.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing conditions and priorities.
• Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills (word processing, data management, Power Point, reference manager).

This is a hybrid eligible position.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification that are satisfactory to Brown University.

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 6/30/2028 which may be extended based upon available funding.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date: 2026-02-27

Job Posting Title: Research Assistant

Department: Department of Health Services, Policy & Practice

Grade: Grade 8

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5

Position Work Location: Hybrid

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.