Senior Associate, Research – Market Strategy

Role Overview

• Research state-level policies and Medicaid programs for target launch states, 6–12 months ahead of launch, to support the expansion roadmap
• Build and maintain a living state policy library
• the authoritative internal reference for program eligibility, reimbursement structures, regulatory requirements, and operational implications by state
• Keep records current as policies evolve, and proactively surface changes that affect our roadmap or existing markets
• Research and maintain an ongoing record of competitors
• their footprint, positioning, program participation, and strategic moves
• Surface competitive signals and market shifts to leadership through regular briefings
• Prepare and submit Medicaid applications to support market launches, on time relative to launch timeline gates
• Deliver structured launch readiness assessments for target states ahead of go/no-go decisions

Requirements

• 5+ years in research-intensive roles
• policy research, market intelligence, healthcare/Medicaid analysis, strategy, corporate development, or similar
• Demonstrated ability to become a deep subject-matter expert in complex, regulated domains
• Experience building and maintaining knowledge assets (libraries, trackers, databases) that others rely on
• Comfortable operating independently in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Familiarity with Medicaid, state healthcare programs, or regulated healthcare markets strongly preferred
• Experience preparing regulatory or program applications is a plus
• Intellectually curious and energized by going deep on hard, technical topics
• Self-directed and reliable on deadlines
• especially where launch timelines depend on their output

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages that reflect the value you bring. We reward our team for the impact of their work.
• Comprehensive health coverage that works for you. Choose from high-quality medical dental and vision options, including a $0 deductible PPO and a company-funded HSA, alongside employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off. We provide policies that allow you to recharge along with 10 paid company holidays.
• Financial savings benefits to support your future. We support your financial well-being with HSA contributions, optional FSA and commuter benefits, and full coverage of all 401(k) account fees (employer match not currently offered).
• Paid parental leave to support your growing family. We provide paid leave, so you can focus on bonding and adjusting to life as your family grows.