Director of Outcomes Research - Quality Management - Full Time

Role Overview

AtlantiCare, the region’s largest health system with more than 6,500 employees, is committed to advancing quality, safety, equity, and innovation in patient care. The Director of Outcomes Research will develop and uplift a new strategic division of outcomes research tied to quality informatics infrastructure. This new leader will play a vital role in evaluating the effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centeredness of clinical programs and quality initiatives across the system. This position will design, analyze, and translate outcomes research into actionable insights that guide strategic decision-making and support AtlantiCare’s mission of building healthier communities.

 

Key Responsibilities

Research & Evaluation

• Design and implement outcomes research studies, including observational analyses, quality evaluations, and real-world evidence projects.
• Assess clinical outcomes, cost-effectiveness, patient-reported outcomes, and population health measures.
• Ensure compliance with IRB, regulatory, and ethical standards.

Data Analysis & Insights

• Analyze large data sets, including electronic health records, claims, registries, and surveys.
• Apply advanced statistical methods and modeling to evaluate program effectiveness and resource utilization.
• Translate findings into executive-level reports, presentations, and publications.

Collaboration & Integration

• Partner with physicians, nurses, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams across the health system.
• Provide consultation on outcomes methodology for performance improvement and clinical innovation initiatives.
• Support alignment of outcomes research with AtlantiCare’s strategic priorities in quality, equity, and population health.

 

Dissemination & Leadership

• Present results to internal leadership, including the Chief Physician Executive, VP of Quality, and executive team.
• Publish and share findings at national conferences and in peer-reviewed journals.
• Stay current with trends in outcomes research, health economics, and quality science, integrating best practices into AtlantiCare initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills

 

Education & Experience

• Master’s or Doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, PharmD, MPH, MS) in Health Services Research, Epidemiology, Health Economics, Biostatistics, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in outcomes research, health services research, or healthcare analytics (health system experience preferred).

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in statistical software (SAS, R, STATA, or SPSS) and analytic tools.
• Knowledge of real-world evidence generation, health economic modeling, and quality measurement frameworks.

Professional Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with clinical, operational, and executive leaders.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing equity, quality, and patient-centered care.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

 

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

 

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with employer contributions

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care

Wellness Programs to help you thrive

Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

 

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

 

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