What is a Research Analyst at Acumen?
A Research Analyst at Acumen plays a pivotal role in conducting high-impact health and social policy research. In this role, you are responsible for translating vast, complex administrative datasets—such as Medicare and Medicaid data—into objective, actionable insights that shape national healthcare policies. Your work directly supports federal agencies, including the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), by providing the empirical foundation needed to evaluate program performance, improve patient outcomes, and optimize public spending.
As a Research Analyst, you do not merely run statistical programs; you serve as the bridge between raw data and policy formulation. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of epidemiologists, health economists, and policy experts to design research methodologies, execute statistical analyses, and draft rigorous technical reports. The scale and sensitivity of the data you handle require an exceptional level of precision, analytical curiosity, and commitment to public service.
This position is highly intellectually stimulating, offering you the opportunity to work on some of the country's most critical public health challenges. Whether you are analyzing the efficacy of a new Medicare payment model or tracking disease trends across populations, your day-to-day contributions have a tangible, lasting impact on the efficiency and equity of the healthcare system.
