Roger Young
About Roger Young
Roger Young is a Program Analyst at Mathematica Policy Research, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in program analysis, project management, and financial oversight, with previous roles at the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Peace Corps.
Work at Mathematica
Roger Young has been employed at Mathematica Policy Research as a Program Analyst since 2014. In this role, he has contributed to various projects, including serving as project manager for a CMS contract focused on developing EHR-based, provider-level measures. He oversees a team of over 60 internal staff and 9 subcontracting partner organizations, ensuring the successful execution of project objectives. Additionally, he serves as the deputy task lead for measure development under a CMS contract, where he emphasizes training and peer-to-peer learning for Medicare Accountable Care Organizations.
Previous Experience
Before joining Mathematica, Roger Young worked at the Bureau of Labor Statistics as a Program Analyst from 2012 to 2014 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. He also held a position as a Water and Sanitation Extension Agent with the Peace Corps from 2010 to 2012. In 2012, he briefly worked as a Facilities Coordinator for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. His earlier experience includes volunteering with Habitat for Humanity International in 2009 and interning at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in 2008.
Education and Expertise
Roger Young studied at Miami University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science and Philosophy from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education at Universidad de Guanajuato, focusing on Latin American Studies since 2008. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his analytical and managerial roles in various organizations.
Project Management and Financial Oversight
In his capacity as a Program Analyst, Roger Young is responsible for developing annual project budgets, reviewing and approving subcontract invoices, and monitoring financial risk for CMS contracts. He provides managerial support by writing client-facing budget reports and negotiating contract modifications. His role requires a keen understanding of project management principles and financial oversight.