Social Science Research Analyst

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
• Department: Department of Health and Human Services
• Location: Multiple Locations
• Salary: $108173 – $172980/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: 25
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Date Posted: 2026-10-02
• Application Deadline: 2026-10-15

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Job Summary

This position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). As a Social Science Research Analyst, GS-0101-13, you will perform program and policy analyses of services provided by HHS programs. You will develop and use survey, market research, and statistical methodologies and techniques to conduct studies of assigned HHS programs.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and conduct program and policy analyses to identify and understand the needs and preferences of HHS health and human services programs and the populations they serve.

Requirements & Education

Education Requirement: In addition to meeting the qualification requirements, all candidates must have the following educational requirements: (1) Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position; OR (2) Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field; OR (3) Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.

TRANSCRIPTS are required to verify satisfactory completion of the educational requirement listed above. Please see "Required Documents" section below for what documentation is required at the time of application. Click the following link to view the occupational questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13081464

Contact

hrinquiries@cms.hhs.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Department of Health and Human Services.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $108173 – $172980/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-15.

How many openings are available?

There are 25 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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