Denise Hoffman
About Denise Hoffman
Denise Hoffman is a Senior Researcher at Mathematica Policy Research, specializing in health, mental health, and substance use research, particularly opioids. She holds a PhD in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and has previous experience as an instructor and research assistant at the same institution.
Work at Mathematica
Denise Hoffman has been employed at Mathematica Policy Research as a Senior Researcher since 2010. In this role, she focuses on research related to health, mental health, and substance use, with a particular emphasis on opioids. Her work contributes to the organization's mission of providing high-quality research and analysis to inform public policy.
Previous Experience in Academia
Prior to her current position, Denise Hoffman worked at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She served as an Instructor from 2006 to 2010, where she taught courses related to her expertise. Additionally, she was a Research Assistant at the same institution from 2005 to 2006, gaining valuable experience in academic research.
Internship at Criterion Economics
Denise Hoffman completed an internship at Criterion Economics, L.L.C. from 2004 to 2005. This experience provided her with practical insights into economic research and analysis in a professional setting, contributing to her development in the field.
Education and Expertise
Denise Hoffman earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Economics from the University of Maryland College Park, studying from 2001 to 2005. She furthered her education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she obtained a PhD in Economics from 2005 to 2010. Her academic background supports her research focus on health and substance use issues.
Research Contributions
Denise Hoffman has co-authored a publication that examines opioid use among Social Security Disability Insurance applicants. This work highlights her involvement in significant research that addresses critical issues related to health and substance use, particularly in the context of public policy.