CBO Job Announcement #09-03
Health Economists/Health Policy Analysts
Health and Human Resources Division
The Health and Human Resources Division is seeking health economists and health policy analysts.
The Health and Human Resources Division provides the Congress with analyses in the areas of health, income security, education, and employment. The division is actively increasing the scope of its efforts in health policy. Topics span a range of areas from the large, federally sponsored health programs to the operation and regulation of the private health insurance market. Studies currently underway include an examination of critical issues in modifying the current health insurance system, the potential impact of health information technology on system performance and cost, the impact of preventive services on health status and spending, the effect of current and past obesity on health care costs, and an international comparison of health care systems. Other health policy studies are examining the circumstances of individuals without health insurance and analyzing drug patent challenges and the timing of generic entry.
The successful candidate will contribute to the full range of the division's responsibilities. Those include preparing longer term CBO studies and shorter term memoranda and testimonies, performing detailed analyses of proposed legislation, and assessing the impact on the private sector of a variety of legislative initiatives.
Qualifications: Applicants should have a strong quantitative background, excellent writing skills, and a desire to work on issues of current legislative interest to the Congress. Applicants should also have a Ph.D. in economics or a related discipline; applicants with master’s degrees and substantial experience may be considered. Several years of experience in health policy are preferred but not required.
Salary & Benefits: Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications. CBO offers an excellent benefits package and an attractive work environment.
How to Apply: Please submit the following items using CBO's job application system:
| Contact: | Human Resources |
| Address: | Congressional Budget Office
Ford House Office Building, Room 410 Washington, D.C. 20515 |
| E-Mail: | jobs@cbo.gov |
| Telephone: | (202) 226-2628 |
CBO is an Equal Opportunity Employer