Senior Behavioral Economics Professional

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Humana

Senior Behavioral Economics Professional

in

Louisville

Kentucky

Description

The Senior Behavioral Economics Professional furthers Humana's path to a best in class Test and Learn organization, using both Behavioral Economics theory and Design of Experiment expertise to design novel nudges that are tested in rigorous business experiments. The Behavioral Economics Professional designs and implements nudges and the appropriate practical experiment to test, execute, and measure the results. The Behavioral Economics Professional works on problems of diverse scope and complexity.

Responsibilities

Location:

Louisville, KY; Washington, D.C; or Boston, MA in office or Remote

The Senior Behavioral Economics Professional provides an opportunity to join the Clinical Trend & Analytics team within Humana to build a world class Data Science and Insights enterprise capability leveraging digital-first platforms, analytics, and agile development methodologies.

This role works cross-functionally and collaboratively with teams across Humana to design interventions based on behavioral economic theory to overcome barriers and biases preventing healthy decisions. In addition, the Behavioral Economics Professional will design, execute, and analyze business experiments testing the nudges, with emphasis on randomized control studies when appropriate.

The Senior Behavioral Economics Professional interprets and communicates insights and findings, and applies economic and econometric principles. Advises business partners to develop functional strategies (often segment specific) on matters of significance. Exercises independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks, and works under minimal supervision. Uses independent judgment requiring analysis of variable factors and determining the best course of action.

Evangelize behavioral economics across a diverse organization

Assist in curating a library of learnings to establish enterprise best practices

Interpret and apply economic literature to inform nudges to affect specific behaviors and identify appropriate examples to publish

Develop strategies to engage members into clinical programs and partner with teams to frame communications to members

Design field experiments to test impact of the nudges

Role Essentials

Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Behavioral Sciences, Applied Statistics or related field

5 or more years of experience in behavioral economics OR PhD with 3 years of experience

Experience designing and applying nudges to overcome biases and constraints

History of solving problems, creating solutions and driving change within a team

Naturally curious and comfortable with ambiguity

Demonstrated strategic and analytical thinking

Clear and concise oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and consulting skills

Role Desirables

Experience conducting lab or field experiments

Master's or PhD Degree in Economics, Behavioral Sciences, Applied Statistics or related field

Experience conducting microeconomic or behavioral science research

Work experience in a health care and/or Insurance setting

Experience working with and analyzing various types of data using SAS, R, Python or similar software

Additional Information

For this job, associates are required to be fully COVID vaccinated or undergo weekly COVID testing and wear a face covering while at work. The weekly testing will need to be done through an approved Humana vendor, and unvaccinated associates should follow all social distancing and masking protocols if they are required to come into a Humana facility or work outside of their home. We are a healthcare company committed to putting health and safety first for our members, patients, associates, and the communities we serve.

If progressed to offer, you will be required to:

Provide proof of full vaccination OR

Commit to weekly testing, following all CDC protocols, OR

Provide documentation for a medical or religious exemption consideration.

This policy will not supersede state or local laws. Requests for these exemptions should be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to your scheduled first day of work.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Company info

Humana Inc.
Website : http://www.humana.com