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David Bradford, Ph.D. Department of Economics, University of New Hampshire Jim Burgess, Ph.D. Management Science Group, Department of Veterans Affairs NOTES TO CONTRIBUTORS The editors must hear from you so that eHEAL can effectively serve as a medium of communication for iHEA members. We are soliciting contributions from all members who have information relevant to the membership at large. There are a number of specific items we are seeking: * Announcement of job openings; * Announcement of conferences or seminars in health economics; * Calls for papers by journals and book editors; * Announcements of new appointments and promotions; * Articles describing activities or new initiatives at your institution, Center or firm (perhaps describing your departmental or university programs in health economics, discussing new pedagogical tools used in health economics education, describing new governmental policy initiatives or programs, and so forth). Please send any contributions via e-mail to the editors: W. David Bradford or James Burgess . ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| ||||||||||||||| Contents for the Issue ||||||||||||||||| ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| JOBS BENCH INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR HEALTH ECONOMICS RESEARCH AND EVALUATION (CHERE) UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION OF CANADA JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA PARTNERSHIPS FOR HEALTH REFORM PROJECT UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER ST. ANDREWS UNIVERSITY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, MANAGEMENT SCIENCE GROUP UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - MADISON SUBSCRIPTION AND MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION --------------------------------------------------------------------------- This newsletter is typeset in Courier 10 point font, and reads best that format. If the document is not well-aligned, reset your mail reader to display a non-proportional font (such as Courier). -------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------- JOBS -------------------------------------------------------------------------- BENCH INTERNATIONAL Managed Care, Epidemiology, Drug Safety and Preventive Medicine Six Career Opportunities Bench International has been exclusively retained by six major managed care and pharmaceutical corporations to recruit full-time professionals for the following positions: 1. Medical Director, Managed Care (Pennsylvania): This position will play a strategic role with one of the worlds largest pharmaceutical companies working in partnership with the National Managed Care Account Group to provide product support and disease management perspective to both managed care organizations and medical directors from large group practices. The incumbent will serve as a team leader and due to the visibility of the position must possess the ability to work with a diverse group of people, be comfortable conducting large group presentations on clinically related topics and provide not only clinical expertise but business acumen as well. Education requirements include an MD and an MBA or equivalent. Contact: Cathy Balin or Cheri Buonaguidi. 2. Associate Director/Director Disease Management Research, Health Care Services (Penn): Propose, design, manage and implement studies identifying the place for and value of disease management strategies utilizing information resources for a leading pharmaceutical company. Apply sound epidemiological and pharmacoeconomics research methods to fact based information product development, including efforts to develop outcomes based formularies. Collect data on burden of illness, resource and potential data sources to demonstrate the impact of Disease Management initiatives on costs and quality of health care delivery in different market segments and settings. Qualifications include an MD with clinical practice experience and advanced training in Epidemiology as well as health services research. Contact: Cathy Balin 3. Assistant/Associate Director, Pharmacoepidemiology (Penn): Responsible for the worldwide centralization of the analysis and evaluation of adverse experience data for WAES and for designing, initiating, and monitoring postmarketing surveillance and other safety studies as needed for a major pharmaceutical corporation. Serve as consultant to Clinical Research, Editing & Labeling, Legal, Drug Experience & Epidemiology departments with regard to the evaluation of adverse experiences from an epidemiologic perspective. Advance degree in epidemiology and three years experience in public health, epidemiology, or related field required. Experience in Pharmacoepidemiology is a plus. Contact: Cathy Balin or Bill Rhodes 4. Assoc. Director/Director Report Evaluation & Safety Surveillance (Penn.): Communicate information to the Medical Affairs staff and to other divisions of the corporation concerning adverse experiences received. Communicate by telephone or in writing with physicians and other health care professionals regarding adverse experiences. Serves as consultant to the Legal Department on product liability cases, to Clinical Biostatistics on adverse experience terminology, and to Worldwide Package Insert Circular Review Committee (WPCRC) on suggested revisions in the adverse experience section of the package insert. MD degree with post graduate training and board certification in one of the following specialties preferred: Preventive Medicine, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Family Practice. Minimum three years clinical experience, graduate degree of equivalent in epidemiology or public health is highly desirable. Contact: Cathy Balin or Eina Barnes 5. Assistant/Associate Director Managed Care Outcomes Research (New Jersey): Expand the outcomes research function within a major corporation to directly work with managed care customers. Primary responsibilities will include developing and customizing outcomes research results for customers, ensuring that outcomes research data for the field has passed appropriate internal reviews, training Janssen personnel on the appropriate use of outcomes data, coordinating and presenting education programs for managed care organization (MCO) customers and partnering with customers to conduct research. Qualifications require an MD from an accredited medical program and advance training in epidemiology or equivalent clinical and research experience in outcomes research required. Contact: Cathy Balin 6. Director of Managed Care, Clinical Quality and Improvement (New Jersey): We are seeking an MD or Ph.D. to join a major pharmaceutical benefits management company (PBM) and lead the research effort for their managed care clients by creating managed care customer programs and responding to these clients NCQA accreditation needs. The Director will have a diversified role that will include oversight of quality improvement studies, ensuring that the topics of study are appropriate and that the design of studies is methodologically sound. The Director will also provide in-house expertise on managed care issues and maintain an influential, visible role within the managed care community at large. Publications will be encouraged. An M.D. or Ph.D. with NCQA accreditation and managed care experience is required. A comprehensive compensation package will be offered. Contact: Cheri Buonaguidi For full confidential information, please contact: Bench International 116 N. Robertson Blvd., Suite 503 Los Angles, California 90048 (310) 854-9900-Tel. (310) 652-2081- Fax benchcnslt@aol.com-E-mail www.benchinternational.com-Internet ---------------------------------------------------- UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA Centre for Health Services and Policy Research The Centre is seeking individuals with outstanding training and/or research experience, for faculty and post-doctoral positions. Applications are welcomed from individuals with training in health services research, epidemiology, health policy analysis, social sciences or related disciplines, and with research interests and experience in any of: health human resources; health technology assessment; health policy analysis/evaluation; health economics; determinants of health of populations. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or health sciences professional degree and equivalent research experience. Individuals with a Masters Degree and a particularly strong research background may be considered. Faculty appointments will be at the rank of research associate, or assistant or associate professor. Appointments at the rank of assistant or associate professor will be grant-tenure-track. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. A comprehensive benefits package will be provided. Details about the Centre can be found at http://www.chspr.ubc.ca. UBC welcomes all qualified applicants, especially women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority for faculty appointments will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Post-doctoral applications are welcomed from any qualified individuals. Interested individuals should send their curriculum vitae, selected reprints, and a covering letter detailing their research interests and providing names and contact information for three referees, to: Karen Cardiff, Executive Assistant Centre for Health Services and Policy Research Room 429 - 2194 Health Sciences Mall University of British Columbia Vancouver, B.C. V6T 1Z3 Tel: 604-822-4969 Fax: 604-822-5690 Applications should be submitted by June 30, 1997, but will be considered until all positions are filled. Anticipated start dates range from September 1, 1997 - July 1, 1998. CHERA ---------------------------------------------------- CENTRE FOR HEALTH ECONOMICS RESEARCH AND EVALUATION (CHERE) Senior Research Officer/Research Officer/Senior Research Assistant CHERE is seeking to recruit suitable qualified, enthusiastic researchers who wish to work in health economics, health services and public health research. A number of positions are available. The successful applicants will be expected to contribute to the research activities of the Centre, either as a member of a team or independently, assist with the teaching program of the Centre and carry out the administrative duties associated with research and teaching. It is expected that applicants will have expertise and experience within health economics search and evaluation, health services research and/or public health research. The level of appointment will depend on the qualifications and experience of successful applicants. Appointments will be for a period of up to 2 years and may be renewed without advertisement for a further period, with the agreement of the parties concerned, subject to need and availability of funding. Appointments are to the Centre for Health Economics Research and Evaluation in the Central Sydney Area Health Service under the Hospital Secretaries Award. Duties: Conduct health economics research and evaluation, contribute to the teaching program of the Centre and undertake research and teaching-associated administrative duties. Essential: Honours or post-graduate degree in economics, public health, health services research or relevant social sciences or equivalent experience. Experience in research. Demonstrated high level of written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with health economics concepts. Desirable: Knowledge of Australian health care system and health policy issues. Experience in quantitative research in social sciences, including use of statistical packages or experience in economic modelling. Familiarity with public health issues. Experience in teaching at a tertiary level. Salary: Senior Research Officer: $42,159 - $50,218 Research Officer/Senior Research Assistant: $32,987 - $40,014 Enquiries about this position should be addressed to: Ms Marion Haas Deputy Director, CHERE University of Sydney Level 6, Building F 88 Mallett Street CAMPERDOWN NSW 2050 Phone: (02) 9351 0900 or Email: marion@pub.health.su.oz.au Application, including curriculum vitae and the names, addresses and fax numbers of three referees should be forwarded to Ms Marion Haas by 16 may 1997. ---------------------------------------------------- FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL Research Triangle Park, North Carolina POSITION TITLE Research Associate / Economist BASIC FUNCTION The Research Associate has the responsibility for technical planning for several research projects which focus on service delivery research in family planning, with the emphasis on economics, under the supervision of the Director of the Service Delivery Research Division. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provides technical assistance on the planning and implementing programmatic research projects, especially those in the economics of family planning and reproductive health. This includes developing study protocols; designing data collection instruments; developing workplans, subcontracts and budgets; analyzing data; and preparing reports and papers summarizing study findings. 2. Provides technical assistance and monitors research projects to provide information on division priorities including costs and quality, and accessibility of family planning and other reproductive health services. 3. Develops methodologies to evaluate the costs and cost effectiveness and funding options for the provision of family planning services. 4. Develops methodologies to evaluate the impact of introducing new contraceptive methods or selected reproductive health services and ways of delivering them. 5. Conducts studies to help program managers identify and implement solutions to improve family planning and reproductive health services, and conducts evaluations to determine the effectiveness and cost effectiveness of such efforts. 6. Provides technical assistance to help program managers use the results of programmatic research including costing studies to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of family planning and reproductive health services. 7. Conducts studies to help program managers evaluate the impact of different strategies for improving family planning and reproductive health services including various options for covering costs including cost recovery and cost containment. 8. Collaborates with other FHI staff, including staff in other divisions, on projects to improve the delivery of family planning and reproductive health services and serves as a resource person in-house on technical literature relating to programmatic issues in family planning. 9. Prepares reports and papers for submission to professional publications and meetings. MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Sound knowledge of literature covering methodologies to determine the quality, costs and accessibility of health or family planning services. Appropriate computer skills necessary to conduct research projects and conduct analysis of study data. Demonstrated ability to conduct statistical analysis and prepare manuscripts for publication. Ability to present information clearly, both orally and in writing, and provide leadership to others in development of a research area. CRITICAL JOB FUNCITONS Ability to identify and design programmatic research projects in developing countries, and to coordinate and execute project activities with a multidisciplinary and culturally diverse technical and management staff. MINIMUM RECRUITMENT STANDARDS PhD preferred or MA/MS with at least 3 years experience demonstrating a professional level of knowledge and expertise in programmatic and economic research. Demonstrated ability in computer applications related to data analysis. Written and spoken Spanish and/or French preferred. Prefer research experience in a developing country either in Latin America or Francophone Africa. Contact: Dr. Barbara Janowitz, Director Service Delivery Research Division Family Health International tel. 919 544 7040 fax. 919 544 7261 email: bjanowitz@fhi.org ---------------------------------------------------- HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION OF CANADA Chief Science Officer (CSO) National Office As one of the largest volunteer-driven organizations in Canada, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada's mission is to further the study, prevention and reduction of disability and death from heart disease and stroke through research, education and promotion of healthy lifestyles. Reporting to the National Executive Director, the Chief Science Officer (CSO) has leadership responsibility for ensuring that good science and scientific evidence support the three core functions of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada; namely research, health promotion, and advocacy and representation. As a member of the senior management team, the CSO has overall staff responsibility for ensuring policy positions taken by the Foundation are evidence-based; that public educational materials are consistent with the most recent and reliable science; and that the research orientation of the Foundation is responsive to the dynamic policy environment. You have at least ten years experience in a senior capacity. Your resume demonstrates that you understand the complexities of the scientific review process in research and its relevance in the Canadian health policy context. Your PhD and/or MD (or equivalent combination of academic training and experience in a health science-related position) will garner the respect of the research community. You have strong communication skills and your work has been published in peer reviewed journals or other scientific publications. You may also be proficient in both official languages. You can speak with pride of your successes in scientific research, and of being a self-starter in an environment of teamwork. The mission of this high-profile organization offers many personal as well as professional rewards. There may be an opportunity for joint appointment with the University of Ottawa. Forward your resume, in strict confidence to: CSO Selection Committee Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada 200 - 160 George Street Ottawa ON K1N 9M2 Fax: (613) 241-3278 CHERA ---------------------------------------------------- JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY Immediate opening at data coordinating center for nationwide multicenter AIDS cohort study at Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. Primary responsibility is management of large longitudinal database collected over twelve years, and development of similar databases. Other duties include participation in statistical and epidemiologic research with wide range of investigators, and Solaris (Unix) and Windows 95/NT utilization of SPARCStation and Pentium in network of SUN multiprocessor server. Related Masters or doctoral degree, experience with database technology, Internet communications, high level programming, and statistical software are required. Epidemiological, biological, and statistical background, and excellent oral and written communications skills are pluses. Position is as senior staff with excellent benefits. Send resume and names of three references to: Department of Human Resources, The Johns Hopkins University, 2021 E. Monument St., Baltimore, MD 21205. Refer to position 1177-97. EOE, M/F/H, SMOKE FREE AND DRUG FREE. ---------------------------------------------------- MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACY PRACTICE COLLEGE OF PHARMACY The Department of Pharmacy Practice at the Medical University of SouthCarolina invites applications for two 12-month full-time tenure- track positions, one each in pharmacoeconomics and pharmacoepidemiology. A pharmacy background is preferred, and candidates should have an earned doctorate or concentration in a discipline relevant to pharmacoeconomics and /or pharmacoepidemiology. Appointment rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and accomplishments. The successful candidates must have the potential to assume leadership roles in developing the Department's research agenda, and will be responsible for conducting research in a growing program within a dynamic and changing University. The persons selected will be expected to develop and carry out major externally-funded research projects, in collaboration with faculty and staff in the College of Pharmacy, the MUSC Center for Health Care Research (CHCR), and/or other academic units. It is expected that the successful candidates will generate a substantial portion of their salary through external funding. Potential areas or research concentration should center around pharmaceutical outcomes research, with emphasis on the health, psychosocial, and economic consequences of pharmaceuticals, pharmaceutical care, and drug policies. The successful candidates will teach pharmacoepidemiology, pharmacoeconomics, and other related courses within the College curriculum. Ideal candidates should have exceptional research skills and experience in grants development and administration. Application and nomination procedures. The positions are available immediately, and will remain open until filled. Applicants should send a letter of interest addressing qualifications, a curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references. Applications and nominations should be forwarded to: Monina R. Lahoz, Ph.D., Chair, Search Committee Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Pharmacy Medical University of South Carolina 171 Ashley Avenue, Charleston, SC 29425-2302 Telephone: (803) 792-8439 E-Mail: lahozmr@musc.edu The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. ---------------------------------------------------- PARTNERSHIPS FOR HEALTH REFORM PROJECT (PHR) ABOUT THE PROJECT PHR is a five year project supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) that provides technical assistance, research, training, and information dissemination on health sector reform issues in developing countries and transition economies around the world. The project seeks to improve people's health by enabling the health sector to provide and ensure equitable access to sustainable, quality health care services. Working in partnerships with national and local governments, communities, non-governmental organizations and donors, PHR technical expertise supports and promotes positive changes in health policies, regulations, financing, and the quality, organization and management of health services from hospitals to clinics, across urban and rural areas, among public and private sector providers. RECRUITMENT NEEDS PHR is recruiting to fill several positions requiring experience in health financing policy and economic analysis. In general, the positions involve providing technical assistance in various aspects of health sector reform to countries in Africa, Asia/Near East (ANE), Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), and possibly Eastern Europe and the Newly Independent States. Most positions will focus primarily on one geographic region, but will include some work in other regions as well. Some of the positions also involve participation in 5 PHR special initiatives that are global, cross-cutting the regions, related to: health reform indicators; NGO sustainability; national health accounts; immunization financing and sustainability; and costs and financing of maternal and reproductive health. Opportunity will also be available to conduct applied research or to participate in PHR's Major Applied Research program. The positions all require good knowledge of and work experience in the health sector, as well as specific knowledge of health sector reform issues focusing on health financing, management and service delivery organization, including at least several of the following areas: revenue mobilization; hospital financing and management reform; user fees in public facilities; private and public health insurance; HMOs and prepayment mechanisms; efficiency measures and cost containment, capacity building for health financing analysis; relation between financing mechanisms and quality improvement; Ministry of Health budgeting; Ministry of Health regulatory capacities; health service cost estimating; cost-effectiveness analysis; cost-benefit analysis; demand for health care services; alternative provider payment mechanisms; public-private collaboration in the health sector and development of private sector health care providers. The positions involve working closely with the Agency for International Development (AID) in Washington, as well as with USAID missions in the field, and include collaboration with the World Bank, UNICEF, WHO, and other international organizations. All positions will be based in PHR home offices at Abt Associates Inc. in Bethesda, Maryland and will require frequent travel, as well as fluency in English and one other international language. In addition to these general requirements, the specific position openings are described below. In some cases experience may substitute for degree requirements specified. AFRICA 1. Regional Coordinator. This position includes responsibilities for coordination and technical guidance for PHR activities in Africa, as well as serving as the Team Leader for several individual countries in the region. Minimum of 8-10 years experience, with at least 3 years in responsible management and technical leadership roles working with senior government officials, host country counterparts, and international donor representatives. Experience working with USAID strongly preferred. Doctoral degree in health economics, or in public health or a social science with work experience in health financing and sector reform, required. Fluency in English and French required. 2. Health financing specialist or health economist. This position involves responsibilities as team member, and, depending on experience, Team Leader, for several countries in the region. Minimum 3-5 years work experience, preferably in sub-Saharan Africa. Knowledge of USAID useful. Doctoral degree in health economics, or in public health or a social science with work experience in health financing and sector reform, preferred. Masters degree in relevant field with substantial relevant work experience can be substituted for a doctoral degree. Fluency in English required; good working knowledge of French preferred. ASIA/NEAR EAST 1. Health financing specialist or health economist. This position involves responsibilities as team member, and, depending on experience, Team Leader, for several countries in the region. Minimum 3-5 years work experience, preferably in the ANE region. Knowledge of USAID useful. Doctoral degree in health economics, or in public health or a social science with work experience in health financing and sector reform, preferred. Masters degree in relevant field with substantial relevant work experience can be substituted for a doctoral degree. Fluency in English required; good working knowledge of French and/or Arabic preferred. LAC 1. Regional Coordinator. This position includes responsibilities for coordination and technical guidance for PHR activities in the LAC region, as well as serving as the Team Leader for several individual countries in the region. Minimum of 8-10 years experience, with at least 3 years in responsible management and technical leadership roles working with senior government officials, host country counterparts and international donors. Experience working with USAID strongly preferred. Doctoral degree in health economics, or in public health or a social science with working experience in health financing and sector reform, required. Fluency in English and Spanish required. 2. Health financing specialist or health economist. This position will involve responsibilities as team member, and, depending on experience, Team Leader, for several countries in the region. Minimum 3-5 years work experience, preferably in the LAC region. Knowledge of USAID useful. Doctoral degree in health economics, or in public health or a social science with work experience in health financing and sector reform, preferred. Masters degree in relevant field with substantial work experience can be substituted for a doctoral degree. Fluency in English and good working knowledge of Spanish required. SPECIAL INITIATIVES 1. Immunization financing specialist. This position involves responsibility for leading PHR's Special Initiative on financing and sustainability issues for childhood immunization programs around the world, concentrating on: resource mobilization to maintain and expand ongoing childhood immunization programs; cost containment and efficiency improvements for childhood immunization programs; resource mobilization for introducing new vaccines for childhood immunizable diseases; and vaccine financing and procurement mechanisms. Position involves substantial collaboration with representatives of AID/Washington, WHO, UNICEF, other international donors and NGOs. In addition, position will provide opportunity to serve as Team member or Team Leader for PHR technical assistance activities more generally in countries in the Africa, ANE, and LAC regions. Minimum 8-10 years experience in health financing and economics, preferably with experience working specifically on immunization financing, sustainability and resource mobilization issues, in international settings. Fluency in English required; good working knowledge of French and/or Spanish preferred. Doctoral degree in health economics or in public health or a social science with work experience in health financing and sector reform, required. 2. Specialist in financing and costing maternal and reproductive health services. This position involves responsibility for leading PHR's Special Initiative on financing, cost, and cost-effectiveness issues related to maternal and reproductive health services around the world. Position involves close collaboration with representatives of AID/Washington, WHO, UNICEF, the World Bank, and other international donors, NGOs, and research institutions. In addition, position will provide some opportunity to serve as Team member or Team Leader for PHR technical assistance activities more generally in countries in Africa, ANE, and LAC regions. Minimum 8-10 years work experience in international health issues, with at least 3 years experience working specifically on cost, cost-effectiveness and financing issues related to maternal health and/or family planning and reproductive health services. Doctoral degree required, either in a) health economics with substantial knowledge of and experience in maternal and reproductive health issues; or b) public health or social science discipline with substantial knowledge and skills in health financing policy, cost estimating for health services, and cost-effectiveness analysis. Excellent skills in field-based applied research required. Fluency in English required; good working knowledge of French and/or Spanish preferred. 3. Research Analyst. This position involves carrying out, writing, and presenting research using secondary sources on topics related to a) one or more of the 5 PHR Special Initiatives in health reform indicators, NGO sustainability, national health accounts, immunization financing and sustainability, and costs and financing of maternal and reproductive health; and b) health sector reform in countries in one or more geographic region (Africa, ANE, LAC, Easter Europe, and NIS). It includes work with senior staff leading the PHR special initiatives and country technical assistance activities; preparation of and participation in international workshops; and development of (or adaptation of highly technical) documents on special initiative and health sector reform topics for broad dissemination to international audiences. The position also involves selected management and coordination responsibilities for PHR special initiatives. Minimum 3 years work experience in the health sector, preferably international health. Knowledge of USAID preferred. Masters degree in a) economics or a social science with significant knowledge of the health sector, or b) in public health, with knowledge and experience in health sector financing and reform issues. Excellent writing and organizational skills required. Strong research methodology, quantitative, and statistical skills preferred. Fluency in English required; good working knowledge of French and/or Spanish preferred. ---------------------------------------------------- UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER The University of Rochester Medical Center, Department of Community & Preventive Medicine, has an opening for a 2 year post doctoral position (with potential for extension to 3 years). Post doctoral fellows participate in ongoing economic research programs on topics related to study of health care markets, competition, managed care and cost-effectiveness analysis. They have the opportunity to participate in classes offered in the department and if they choose to earn a Master of Public Health degree. Post doctoral fellows receive an annual stipend. Funding is also available to cover tuition, travel and research-related expenses. Fellowship candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Members of unrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. To apply, send the following documents: curriculum vita letter of purpose describing career goals and research interests three letters of reference graduate transcript Send to: Alvin I. Mushlin, M.D., Sc.M. Director, Fellowship Program Department of Community and Preventive Medicine University of Rochester Medical Center 601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 644 Rochester, New York 14642 ---------------------------------------------------- ST. ANDREWS UNIVERSITY The Department of Management in St. Andrews University, Scotland, invites applications for five permanent positions in Strategic Management, Organisation Theory, and *Health Care Management*. The positions are at the lecturer, senior lecturer, reader or professor level, depending on the qualifications of the candidates. Successful applicants are expected to take up their posts late 1997 or early 1998. St. Andrews University is one of the top research universities in the United Kingdom. The Department of Management was highly rated (4B) in the 1996 UK Research Assessment Exercise, and the 1995 UK Teaching Quality Assessment. It is undergoing significant academic enhancements to create an international centre of research excellence. Applications are sought primarily to reinforce or complement the existing teaching and research areas. Potential applicants who would like to submit their resume to: Head of Personnel services, University of St. Andrews, College Gate, St. Andrews, Fife, Scotland, UK, KY16 9AL Those who wish discuss these posts informally are invited to contact either Professor John Beath, Head of School ((+44) (0)1334 462421 (tel); (+44) (0) 1334 462444(fax);jab@st-and.ac.uk) or Professor Mo Malek, Chairman of the Department ((+44) (0) 1334 462806 (tel); (+44) (0) 1334462812 (fax); mm1@st-and.ac.uk). Closing date for Applications is the 19th of May, shortlisting will take place by the 29th of May, and interviews are expected to take around the middle of June. Appointments will commence on October 1997 or at the latest on January 1998. ---------------------------------------------------- U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, MANAGEMENT SCIENCE GROUP, Bedford, MA Fields of Interest: Health Economics, Financial Economics The Management Science Group (MSG) is an economic and statistical consulting group within the Department of Veterans Affairs. MSG is currently recruiting a health care finance analyst who would be responsible for the analysis of economic and managerial problems associated with national health care programs and for the development of strategic and business plans for integrated VA health care networks. The ideal candidate should have a background in financial management and analysis, strategic business planning, health care economics, statistics and statistical programming with tools such as SAS. An extensive knowledge of health care industry practices and techniques is desirable. A graduate degree in business or hospital administration, statistics or economics is preferred. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Applicants should send a resume only to the following address. Equal Opportunity Employer. Smoke-Free Environment. CONTACT: Management Science Group, VA Medical Center, 200 Springs Road, Bedford, MA 01730 USA (Fax: 617-687-2376). EDITOR'S NOTE: Significant opportunities also exist for involvement in the research activities of the Management Science Group that include sponsorship of major national and international research meetings. The specific mix of responsibilities for the ideal candidate are open to negotiation. ---------------------------------------------------- UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO The Departments of Epidemiology and Biostatistics and Political Science, University of Western Ontario, invite applications for a full-time probationary (tenure-track) faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The position is a joint appointment between the Faculties of Medicine and Social Science. Applicants should have a PhD in political science, public administration, public health or health administration and have some experience as a manager or policy analyst in the health-care field. They should show evidence of strong research potential and excellence in teaching. Applicants will be expected to be able to teach graduate courses relating to health policy and administration and programme evaluation and undergraduate courses in either health policy or public administration. They should be capable of supervising masters- and doctoral- level students in both departments and of researching health-policy formation, or evaluation, especially withing Canada, at the national, provincial, regional, and local levels. Interested candidates should send a curriculum vitae and the names and addresses of three referees to: Dr. Allan Donner Chair, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics The University of Western Ontario Kresge Building London, Ontario N6A 5C1, Canada The closing date for applications is June 1, 1997. Position subject to budget approval. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. The University of Western Ontario is committed to employment equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. ---------------------------------------------------- UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - MADISON SCHOOL OF PHARMACY Applications are invited for a new tenure-track faculty position in Pharmacy/ Health Care Economics at the Assistant Professor rank. The successful candidate will join five existing, established faculty in the Social and Administrative Sciences Division in the School of Pharmacy. Many exciting and unique opportunities exist for collaborative research within the School (e.g. the Sonderegger Research Center and Pharmacy Practice Division), the campus, and the state. Responsibilities for this position include developing a scholarly research program and teaching professional degree and graduate courses in pharmacy and health care economics. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Health Economics, Pharmacy Administration, or a related discipline. A strong background in economic theory and economic analysis with an emphasis or interest in pharmacy applications is essential. A professional degree and experience in pharmacy or other health profession is desirable. Letters of application should include a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interest, and the names of three persons who can provide letters of recommendation. Applications should be sent by 1 May 1997 to: Prof. David H. Kreling School of Pharmacy University of Wisconsin - Madison 425 North Charter Street Madison, WI 53706 Phone (608) 262-3454 FAX (608) 262-3397 E-mail DHK @pharmacy.wisc.edu The University of Wisconsin is a E.O.E. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding the applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- SUBSCRIPTION AND MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION -------------------------------------------------------------------------- A subscription to eHEAL is included as a benefit of membership in iHEA. Non-member subscriptions are not availible at this time. iHEA has been formed to increase communication among health economists, foster a higher standard of debate in the application of economics to health and health care systems, and assist young researchers at the start of their careers. Activities of the association include: Present the annual "Kenneth J. Arrow Award for Best Paper in Health Economics." Hold international conferences every three years. The inaugural conference was held on May 19-23, 1996 in Vancouver, B.C. The next conference will be held June 7-11, 1999 in Rotterdam. Assist in the distribution of Journal of Health Economics and Health Economics, and provide both publications at discounts to members (currently $50). Publish a monthly electronic newsletter, eHEAL (electronic Health Economics Analysis Letters) listing upcoming meetings, recent paper presentations, jobs, and professional commentary. Publish a biannual newsletter, HEAL (Health Economics Analysis Letters), listing upcoming meetings, recent paper presentations, jobs, and professional commentary. Publish a series of books in health economics and a World Directory of Health Economists listing individuals and organizations. Provide an electronic journal with internet dissemination and peer- review of economic studies of institutions, effectiveness, technology and pharmaceuticals around the world. The association will be involved in organizing other conferences and sessions at affiliated meetings, obtaining peer- reviewers for journals and grands, and similar professional activities. The founding officers are: Director, Thomas Getzen, Temple University; President, Joseph Newhouse, Harvard University; Vice-President: Alan Maynard, University of York; Vice-President, Mark Pauly, University of Pennsylvania; Secretary, Charles Hall, Temple University; Program Chair, Morris Barer, University of British Columbia; Treasurer, Michael Morrisey, University of Alabama- Birmingham; Associate Director, Karen Shirley. Other sponsoring universities and organizations include Abt Associates, the American Medical Association, Canegie Mellon University, the Danish Hospital Institute, John Hopkins University, University of Michigan, RAND Corporation, Rutgers University, VA Management Science Group, Mustard Seed Inc., and U.S. Healthcare Corporation. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut cut --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Application for Membership and listing in World Directory of Health Economists Fill in the requested fields and return via e-mail to Thomas Getzen at 'getzen@astro.ocis.temple.edu'. 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Type "no listing" above if you do not wish to be listed.) : ($50) personal member's subscription to Journal of Health Economics for 1997, Volume 16. : ($50) personal member's subscription to Health Economics for 1997, Volume 6. : Total to be charged or enclosed If you are paying with credit card, please print the form below, and send it via U.S. Mail or by fax to Thomas Getzen at the address listed below [ ] Visa [ ] Mastercard or [ ] check payable to "iHEA" in $US card # __ __ __ __ - __ __ __ __ - __ __ __ __ - __ __ __ __ expires: ___ ___ Signature: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Date: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ fax to +1-215-204-3851 or mail to Professor T.E. Getzen, Temple University 006-00, Philadelphia, PA 19122 USA. ______________________________________________________________________________ iHEA is a Pennsylvania non-profit 501(c)3 charitable corporation.