Michigan Medicine Department of Internal Medicine and the Michigan Social Health Interventions to Eliminate Disparities Collaborative Quality Initiative (MSHIELD CQI) seek a Health Equity Data Analyst to provide data management and analysis of quantitative data from multiple sources, including national and state-based surveys, electronic health records, claims data, and social needs screening data from health care providers and community organizations. Specifically, the position involves providing independent and collaborative statistical support including: 1) compiling and maintaining a geographic-based dataset of social determinant of health (SDOH) data for Michigan for CQIs; 2) developing and testing algorithms to predict social needs and health outcomes for patients in the CQIs; 3) learning and applying equitable and anti-racist methodologies in the measurement of health outcomes; 4) creating dashboards and metrics for measuring health equity outcomes. The person in this position will also participate in anti-racism learning with the MSHIELD team and will help translate that learning to the practice of health analytics.

MSHIELD models our core value of anti-racism within our team and internal processes, and engages the entire Collaborative Quality Initiative (CQI) portfolio in combating all forms of oppression, driving a culture of equity, and upholding anti-racist principles and practices. We believe diversity of people and perspectives enriches our group and the work we accomplish together as we strive toward our vision of data-driven, community-partnered, equity-centered quality improvement. As part of this commitment, we encourage applicants from all groups to apply for this position, particularly those who have historically been less represented in academic institutions. 

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) sponsored Collaborative Quality Initiatives (CQI) are statewide quality improvement programs whose goals are to improve quality, safety, and clinical outcomes for specific healthcare procedures or medical conditions across the state of Michigan (https://cqis.org). Each CQI is organized and facilitated by a Coordinating Center, led by Program Directors and Co-directors, and a Program Manager. Michigan Medicine is home to the coordinating centers for 20 of the current CQIs. 

The Michigan Social Health Interventions to Eliminate Disparities (MSHIELD) is a CQI focused on addressing health equity as a key component of quality improvement in health care. MSHIELD's mission is to empower CQIs to lead the future of quality improvement which achieves whole health for all people by integrating social care and clinical care, using data to drive health equity, and fostering a culture of anti-racism.  

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good. 

Work Locations

This department employs a work remote first policy. Office and meeting space within the health system is available as needed and in-person work across Michigan will be occasionally required, but remote work is supported and encouraged as appropriate. The MSHIELD team works remotely 4 days/week, with one on-site day for in person work at Arbor Lakes (4251 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor).  

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Accommodation and Accessibility

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to jobsweb@umich.edu.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

• Work with administrative claims data, population-level survey data, and other healthcare data sources to identify appropriate variables for analysis.

• Compile and maintain a geography-based database of social determinants of health (SDOH) for Michigan.

• Assist in ongoing design and testing of health equity algorithms.

• Develop and pilot dashboards to measure health equity outcomes.

• Assist with development of anti-racist analytic approaches to accurately measure SDOH and their contribution to inequitable health outcomes.

• Contributes to technical papers, abstracts, manuscripts, and other deliverables with collaborative members.

• Along with other MSHIELD staff and faculty, actively commit to anti-racist action and reflection through regular participation in relevant team meetings and activities.  

Required Qualifications

• Degree in data science, statistics, biostatistics, health services research, information, or related field.

• Proven ability to write clear and concise analytical documentation, summaries of various methodologies, and descriptions of statistical results, as well as create charts, tables, and other visual aids.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and take initiative while keeping supervisors and project leads informed.

• Ability to be consistently detail-oriented.

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

• Flexibility and ability to work independently and collaboratively with multiple teams and individuals.   

Senior Level

• Masters degree in relevant field, per above.

• Three or more years of experience in data management and statistical analysis.

Intermediate Level

• Bachelors degree in relevant field, per above. 

• One or more years of experience in data management and statistical analysis.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with complex data structures and linkages between data sources.

• Extensive experience with a statistical program (e.g., SAS, R, Stata, Python).

• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision.

• Experience with healthcare quality improvement activities.

• Experience with health equity, anti-racism, or supporting the health of diverse communities. 

• Commitment to personal and professional growth, particularly related to health equity and anti-racism.

Salary Range:  Senior Level - $64,330 - $93,280; Intermediate Level - $55,290 - $76,035; + benefits, including excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day, and 2:1 Match on retirement savings. Salary will be commensurate with experience and education.