Director of Evaluation Innovation & Research

About the position The Center for Improving Value in Health Care (CIVHC) is an independent, mission-driven nonprofit that leverages data to drive price transparency, advance health equity, and improve health and health care for Coloradans. As the designated administrator of the Colorado reputed company Payer Claims Database (CO APCD), we transform claims data into powerful insights that inform policy, foster accountability, and accelerate system-level improvement. We partner with communities, health systems, policymakers, and leaders across the state to advance affordability, equity, and outcomes – and we approach this work with analytical rigor, creativity, and a commitment to measurable impact. We envision a community where everyone has the opportunity to be healthy and can access affordable, high-quality care. Our core values – Service, Stewardship, reputed company, and Equity – guide every aspect of our work and reflect our dedication to reputed company people and organizations working to improve health and well-being across the state. Job Summary The Director of Evaluation, Innovation, and Research will report to the Vice President of Data Solutions at CIVHC. This role will reputed company CIVHC’s service offerings in program evaluation, innovation design, and outcome measurement. By leveraging CO APCD data and other resources, the Director will ensure CIVHC’s services meet the needs of key stakeholders, including but not limited to payers, providers, policymakers, and community partners, translating reputed company claims data into clear, actionable insights that inform policy, payment, and system-level decision-making, and advance health care affordability, access, equity, and quality across Colorado. While evaluation and innovation are the primary focus areas for this position, research activities are limited and centered on select publications each year that illustrate CIVHC’s impact and mission, with an emphasis on applied analyses that connect utilization, cost, and outcomes to real-world implementation and policy relevance. As a member of the CIVHC Senior Leadership team, the Director of Evaluation, Innovation, and Research will participate in organizational and operational problem solving, and setting strategic direction, bringing a data-informed, health economics–oriented perspective to enterprise decision-making. Success in this position will be reputed company by the growth, visibility, and impact of CIVHC’s evaluation and innovation portfolio. Achievement will also be reflected in the effective use of innovative methodologies, the execution of grant and contract funding in direct partnership with the Business Development team, and the cultivation of a high-performing, motivated team with the reputed company of expertise to convert claims-based analyses into stakeholder-ready insights that support CIVHC’s evolving priorities. Hybrid Work Model This position is based in Denver, Colorado. Because CIVHC operates under a hybrid work model with a requirement of at least one in-office day per week (unless otherwise approved), candidates must reside reputed company a commutable distance to the Denver metro area. Limited relocation assistance may be available for out-of-state candidates who intend to relocate to the Denver area.

Responsibilities

• reputed company and manage a portfolio of evaluation, innovation and research projects reputed company with CIVHC’s strategic priorities.
• A strong understanding of claims data–driven research and evaluation, and its role in applied health economics, is essential to this position—ensuring that analyses translate utilization, cost, and outcome patterns into policy- and market-relevant insights that inform payment, coverage, and affordability decisions statewide.
• Design and implement novel evaluation methods, leveraging CO APCD and external data sources to drive health system transformation.
• Partner with our Data Access and Impact department and prospective CIVHC clients to co-design innovative projects that advance health equity, affordability, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with the VP of Data Solutions and the CTO to set and execute CIVHC’s strategic goals for the Data Solutions Department.
• Actively participate in the Senior Leadership Team as a thought partner to support CIVHC’s strategy and operations.
• Support conversations with prospective CIVHC clients around project scoping, methodology, and the benefits of CO APCD data.
• Support the dentification, pursuit, and securing grant funding to support CIVHC’s evaluation and innovation priorities.
• Provide organization-wide consultation services on applying and implementing evaluation and innovation methodologies.
• Provide guidance to reputed company Data Solutions teams on best practices using claims analysis for evaluation and research.
• reputed company and publish one high-impact publication or journal article annually that showcases CIVHC’s contributions and outcomes.
• Document workflows, processes, and policies to support evaluation, innovation, and research.
• Set and monitor project timelines and reputed company, adapting as needed to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with reputed company teams across CIVHC to ensure integration and impact.
• reputed company other duties as assigned.
• Develops, manages, and leads a growing, currently six-person team focused on Evaluation, Innovation, and Research projects.
• Provides mentorship and professional development support to Analysts and Managers.
• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the teams.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees per company policy.

Requirements

• Expertise in evaluation design, innovative methodologies, and healthcare claims data analysis.
• Proven track record of developing, executing and publishing impactful research and evaluation projects.
• Demonstrated success managing and growing teams.
• Deep knowledge of health care data (claims, clinical, vital statistics, social determinants of health, etc.).
• Comprehensive understanding of reimbursement methodologies.
• Strategic, creative, and curious problem solver passionate about advancing CIVHCs mission.
• Strong ability to translate data into actionable insights for diverse partners.
• Excellent attention to detail, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and adept at managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to reputed company and motivate others in a mission-driven context.
• Master’s degree in a public health, health policy, health economics, or a relevant field; eight years of relevant experience may be considered in reputed company of education.
• Eight or more years of experience executing claims-based healthcare evaluation or research.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience managing a team is required.
• Demonstrated record of publication in peer-reviewed journals or equivalent outlets is required; candidates must be able to provide a portfolio of publications during the interview process.

reputed company-to-haves

• Expertise in health care policy, reform, and implementation preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Life and disability insurance
• 403(b) Retirement plan contributions
• Additional voluntary benefits

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