Julia Embry
About Julia Embry
Julia Embry is a Health Analyst at Mathematica Policy Research, specializing in Medicaid policy and health data analysis. She has a diverse background in health communications and research, having previously worked at various organizations including The Urban Institute and Evergreen Health Co-op.
Work at Mathematica
Julia Embry has been employed at Mathematica Policy Research as a Health Analyst since 2018. In this role, she focuses on health policy analysis, specializing in Medicaid policy. She utilizes her expertise in quantitative and qualitative analysis to contribute to various health-related projects. Julia develops content for program learning collaboratives, which promotes cross-organizational learning within the health sector. Her work supports the organization’s mission to improve public health outcomes through data-driven insights.
Previous Experience in Health Sector
Prior to her current position, Julia Embry held several roles at Evergreen Health Co-op. She served as an Executive Coordinator, CEO, and COO/CFO from 2015 to 2016, where she contributed to the organization's operations. Additionally, she worked as a Communications Associate for three months in 2014 and as an Administrative Coordinator for two months in 2015. Her experience at Evergreen Health Co-op provided her with a solid foundation in health communications and administrative support.
Education and Expertise
Julia Embry earned her Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) from Georgetown University, where she studied Public Policy Analysis from 2016 to 2018. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Williams College, where she studied History, English, and African Studies from 2009 to 2013. Julia is proficient in using analytical tools such as Stata, ArcGIS, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Excel, which enhances her capabilities in health policy data analysis.
Internship Experience
Julia Embry has gained valuable experience through various internships. She was a Research Intern at The Urban Institute for five months in 2017, where she contributed to research projects in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Additionally, she interned at NBCUniversal, Inc. as an Investigative Journalism Intern for two months in 2012. These internships provided her with practical skills and insights into research and communications within different sectors.
Specialization in Medicaid Policy
Julia Embry specializes in Medicaid policy, leveraging her extensive experience in both quantitative and qualitative analysis. Her work focuses on understanding the complexities of health policy and its implications for public health. Julia's expertise in this area allows her to contribute effectively to projects aimed at improving health outcomes for various populations.