Intern - Health Policy Management

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking an Intern - Health Policy Management to assist scientific and technical staff with research and/or development.

This position will be in support of the Division of Health Policy and Management within the Department of Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics, the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) School of Medicine. The Division of Health Policy and Management conducts and disseminates full-scope and rapid-response research to enhance understanding of policy levers and system factors influencing effectiveness, efficiency, and equity of the Military Health System for Uniformed Service Members and their families. The research team utilizes rigorous economic, econometric, and computational methods, grounded in solid theoretical frameworks, to analyze the impacts of crucial health policies and proposals on the health of the military service population, health care delivery and costs, and value within the health system.

Research projects will be related to health economics, health policy and health services research with a focus on health care utilization and costs and health outcomes in the military health system (MHS).

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Conducts research in collaboration with scientific and technical staff.
• Assists with the preparation of funding documents, written reports, manuscripts for submission to scientific journals.
• Assists with new grant and funding applications.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for the role.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 0-2 years' experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to maintain a Home Office background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The annual hourly pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.