Data Analyst II (Python Programmer)

**Overview:** AIR is seeking a full-time Data Analyst II (Python Programmer) with data management skills and strong statistical software package programming skills to join our Health team. The selected candidate will collaborate in research, technical assistance, and operations projects funded by Federal Agencies, and contribute to the analysis of healthcare data and provide support to the project director and/or senior team members. **Responsibilities:**• Query large databases including Medicare, Medicaid and commercial payer claims data• Construct and document analytic datafiles• Create customized and presentation-quality reports from data analysis results• Apply quantitative methods and techniques to manage and analyze research data• Participate in the design of research studies• Manage administrative aspects of projects• Support the preparation of technical procedures and reports• Write, compile, and edit assigned portions of proposals and project reports• Review work products to ensure quality and consistency of content• *Qualifications:**• Bachelor's degree with 5 years quantitative research experience in health policy or a related field; OR master's degree with 4 years of experience• Advanced python programming required• Experience with statistical packages like SAS and STATA is a plus but not required• Experience processing and analyzing Medicare, Medicaid, or other commercial claims data• Knowledge of data analysis and data management techniques• Proposal and report preparation experience is a plus but not required• Machine learning experience is a plus but not required• *Benefits:** This position offers an anticipated annual salary of $95,000 - $120,000. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment and adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will undergo reference and background checks. The Total Rewards Program is designed to reward staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission