Research Analyst 3

Research Analyst 3

The Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API) is recruiting for a Research Analyst 3. What you will be doing includes:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret healthcare quality, patient care, and operational data to support decision-making, quality improvement initiatives, and compliance with state and federal reporting requirements.
• Develop and maintain data collection systems, databases, and reporting processes that provide reliable and actionable information for hospital leadership, committees, and external stakeholders.
• Conduct research studies, statistical analyses, and benchmarking activities to identify trends, evaluate performance, and support continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Consult with managers, departments, and quality improvement teams to define information needs, interpret findings, and develop data-driven solutions to operational and clinical challenges.
• Prepare and present reports, monitor reporting requirements and vendor compliance, and support regulatory submissions to agencies such as CMS and The Joint Commission.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The Alaska Psychiatric Institute mission is to: Provide compassionate healthcare to support Alaskans in living their best possible lives.

The Alaska Psychiatric Institute vision is: An Alaska where everyone receives the care they need when they need it without judgement.

Our division values:

• Integrity
• Dignity
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Safety

If you are someone that embraces these values and want to assist in the mission of API, we encourage you to apply today.

The benefits of joining our team:

Joining the API team offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Alaskans receiving behavioral health services while supporting quality and patient safety initiatives across the hospital. This position provides exposure to healthcare research, data analytics, performance improvement, and regulatory reporting, offering valuable professional growth and career development opportunities. Team members collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders on projects that directly influence patient care and organizational performance. The role offers a dynamic work environment where analytical skills and innovative thinking are highly valued. Employees are part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving behavioral healthcare for Alaska's communities.

The working environment you can expect:

The selected candidate will work in an environment that is fast paced, busy, and challenging at times, but embraces collaboration through working closely with supervisors, managers, and personnel to assist in providing services to Alaska Psychiatric Institute.

This position is located at 3700 Piper Street in the U-MED district of east Anchorage which offers several maintained walking trails, parks, and nearby lakes. This area is filled with several restaurants, shopping stores, and has easy access to public transportation.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a candidate with the following competencies:

• Analysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.
• Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.