Data Request Expert

<h2><strong>Position Purpose:</strong></h2> <p>The Data Request Expert functions as part of a data research support center that aids users on requesting, accessing, and understanding Centers for Medicare and Medicaid data.</p> <h2><strong>Primary Duties & Responsibilities:</strong></h2> <ul><li>Conducts detailed technical and programmatic reviews of data request packages and supporting documentation to ensure requests meet program requirements. </li><li>Evaluates data submission completeness, methodological rigor, data appropriateness, and alignment to applicable guidance and stakeholder standards, and provides clear, structured written feedback to support timely submission/resubmission and well-supported approval decisions. </li><li>Identify deficiencies or compliance gaps in data submissions and provide written recommendations and corrective guidance. </li><li>Interpret documentation requirements and data release expectations; coordinate and consult as needed with staff, contractors, and government employees to ensure requests align with CMS data release policies and applicable federal regulations.</li></ul> <h2> </h2> <h2><strong>Primary Duties & Responsibilities</strong></h2> <ul><li>Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Public Health, Health Informatics, Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Data Science, Health Services Research, or related discipline) and 8 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>Demonstrated experience reviewing or developing data requests, research protocols, analytic plans, or technical documentation in healthcare, payer, public health, or government program context.</li><li>Strong written communication skills, including the ability to translate technical findings into clear reviewer notes and recommendations.</li><li>Demonstrated experience drafting, composing, and editing professional correspondence</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li></ul> <h2><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></h2> <ul><li>Prior experience supporting CMS, HHS, or other federal/state health programs</li><li>Familiarity with CMS program guidance, submission standards, or review processes for data requests, research questions, or evaluation activities.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of research proposal components and research terminology</li><li>Understanding of HIPAA and other data privacy regulations</li></ul>