New Entries
- Pricing & Reimbursement Manager, Corporate Pricing & Reimbursement, Global Outcomes Risk & Market Access: Lundbeck
- Endowed Chair, Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacoeconomics: South Carolina Centers of Economic Excellence
- Assistant Professor (Health Policy and Economics Research) (Non-Clinical) : School of Public Health and Department of Community and Family Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Senior Health Economics Consultant, Sydney: IMS Health
- Chair in Health Economics: Division of Health Research, Lancaster University
- Senior Research Fellow / Research Fellow in Health Economics/Modelling/Operational Research : Southampton Health Technology Assessments Centre (SHTAC)
- Associate Service Fellowship, Health Economics and Policy Research Team : Division of Violence Prevention (DVP), CDC
- Full-Time, Tenure Track Faculty Position: Department of Health Management and Policy, College of Health and Human Services, University of New Hampshire (UNH)
- Career Opportunities in Health Economics, Amgen International, Uxbridge, UK
- Director of Reimbursement
- Various Positions at Health Economics Unit (HEU), University of Cape Town
- Global Pricing & Market Access Director (UK Based)
- Senior Health Economics Manager UK
- Senior Health Economist, Expanding Ethical Pharma, UK
- Faculty Opening, Health Care Management Department: The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Comparative Health Policy: The Walter H. Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center (Shorenstein APARC)
Jobs Closing Soon
January 15, 2009
Location: Durham, New Hampshire, USA
The Department of Health Management and Policy in the College of Health and Human Services at the University of New Hampshire is pleased to invite applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position, rank open. Candidates must possess an earned doctorate in health management/policy (with expertise/experience in health care organizational management or health informatics), public health (with expertise/experience in epidemiology, biostatistics or public health program administration), or closely related discipline. Candidates with evidence of successful teaching experience are valued as are ones prepared to engage in collaborative research in a multidisciplinary setting. Applied and research experience in the area of Health Management or Policy and strong methodological skills are desirable.
The Department offers an AUPHA-certified baccalaureate program in Health Management and Policy, with options in Health Management and Public Health, a CEPH-accredited MPH program, and a Graduate Public Health Certificate Program. The graduate programs draw faculty from multiple colleges and departments in the University. The Carsey Institute is a nationally recognized policy institute conducting research on families and communities, with a core research faculty and research support as well as research assistantships for graduate students in Community, Health and Environment. In addition, two other College Institutes that focus on research and policy in the state, the New Hampshire Institute for Health Policy and Practice and the Institute on Disabilities provide a wide range of opportunities for applied research related to state or national public health issues.
UNH is a Doctoral/Research Extensive University and a comprehensive land-grant, space-grant, and sea-grant institution. It receives more than $100 million in externally-funded research support and is well known for its integration of research and undergraduate education. UNH has approximately 11,000 undergraduate students and 2,000 graduate students. It combines the living learning environment of a small New England liberal arts college with the breadth, spirit of discovery, and civic involvement of a land-grant research institution.
UNH is located in Durham, New Hampshire within minutes of Maine and New Hampshire seacoasts and within 45 minutes of New Hampshire’s White Mountains, State capital, and largest urban communities. It is approximately one hour from Boston, Massachusetts and Portland, Maine, and has passenger rail services to both.
Applicants should send:
- a letter of intent (that includes a statement of teaching philosophy and research and public service interests),
- curriculum vitae, and
- a list of three references for later contact.
Samples of scholarship are encouraged. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
UNH is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity in its faculty and strongly encourages applicants from racial and ethnic minorities. The University seeks excellence through diversity among its administrators, faculty, staff, and students. The university prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged.
Submit applications to: lfs@cisunix.unh.edu
Lee F. Seidel, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair
Department of Health Management & Policy
January 15, 2009: Professorship/Lectureship
Location: Standford, California, USA
Closing date: 15 January 2009
The Walter H. Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center (Shorenstein APARC) in the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies at Stanford University is pleased to announce a postdoctoral fellowship in Comparative Health Policy for 2009-2010. The postdoctoral fellow will work closely with the center’s program on comparative health policy while completing his or her own research. The fellow’s research should focus on contemporary health or healthcare in two or more countries of the Asia Pacific. Potential topics include (but are not limited to) comparative analysis of healthcare financing and delivery; population health and burden of disease; the implications of demographic change; long-term care; and health policy processes. We welcome applications from junior scholars (PhD conferred after 2006) from a variety of disciplines, such as sociology, political science, economics, anthropology, public policy, law, health services research and related fields.
The fellow will be expected to be in residence for at least three academic quarters, beginning the fall quarter of the 2009-10 academic year. He or she will take part in center activities throughout the academic year, and is required to present research findings in center seminars. The fellow will also participate in the center’s publication program and may participate in other activities at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies, such as the weekly Research in Progress Seminars at the Center for Health Policy/Center for Primary Care and Outcomes Research.
The fellowship carries a stipend between $42,000 and $45,000 depending on experience, with $2500 for research expenses.
Applicants should submit two letters of recommendation, a curriculum vitae, and a short research statement (not to exceed six double-spaced pages) describing the research and writing to be undertaken during the fellowship period, as well as the published product that will be the result. Recent PhDs must have degree conferral by August 30, 2009.
Deadline for receipt of all materials is January 15, 2009. Address all materials and queries to:
Karen Eggleston?
616 Serra St.?Encina Hall, Room E311?
Stanford, CA 94305-6055
(650) 723-9072 (voice)
(650) 723-6530 (fax)
karene@stanford.edu
http://asiahealthpolicy.stanford.edu/people/kareneggleston/
January 15, 2009: Fellowship/Studentship
January 20, 2009
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Closing date: 20 January 2009
Position and Organization: The Division of Violence Prevention (DVP) in the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking an Associate Service Fellow to work with the Health Economics and Policy Research Team in the Prevention Development and Evaluation Branch (PDEB). The Prevention Development and Evaluation Branch (PDEB) supports intramural and extramural violence prevention research projects. Efforts include the prevention of youth violence, child maltreatment, sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and suicide.
Fellowship Overview: The fellow will contribute to health economics research related to violence prevention strategies, programs, and policies. Specifically, the fellow will assist in the administration of extramural projects (cooperative agreements and contracts); provide assistance to extramural grantees on all aspects of program operations, including budget and fiscal matters and scientific regulatory processes (e.g., IRB/OMB); provide technical assistance and research support to health economists and policy researchers for multiple research projects on violence prevention; contribute to all aspects of preparing, analyzing, and disseminating research projects and findings; conduct data analyses; develop tables and graphics for data presentation; and collaborate in preparing studies for reports and scientific journals.
Qualifications: This fellowship is open to all citizens of the United States or legal permanent residents with a work authorization. Applicants are responsible for obtaining the necessary work authorization. Applicants must have successfully completed a master’s degree or higher in economics, public policy, public health or a related field (e.g. statistics, criminology, sociology).
Experience and/or applied coursework in (a) research methods and study design; (b) collecting, computing, and analyzing statistical data; and (c) applying statistical techniques such as simple and multiple correlation, regression modeling, analysis of variance, and significance testing is highly desirable. Skill in using SAS, STATA, SPSS, SUDAAN, or other statistical software for complex quantitative data is expected. Strong speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills are also highly desirable.
Terms of Appointment: The Associate Service Fellow will be offered an initial 2 year appointment, which may be extended up to 2 years by mutual agreement. A starting date will be determined by mutual agreement. An initial salary of $58,206 - $90,698 will be offered based on education and experience. Salary increases will be commensurate with performance. Associate Service Fellows are eligible for sick leave, annual leave, thrift savings (401(k) equivalent), and health and life insurance. A flexible work schedule is also available.
Application Process: Applications will be accepted through January 20, 2009. Interested applicants should submit 1) a curriculum vitae, 2) a cover letter describing experience in prevention and/or behavioral science-related research and data management, and 3) a copy of transcripts of all graduate and undergraduate credits (unofficial transcripts are acceptable at this time) to Dr. Curtis Florence, at cflorence@cdc.gov, or by fax at 770-488-1011 (if sending by fax, please send email notification to Dr. Florence to ensure proper routing).
CDC/DVP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation.
January 20, 2009: Fellowship/Studentship
February 2, 2009
Location: Southhampton, England, UK
Closing date: 02 February 2009
Salary £27,183 - £43,622 per annum
Please quote the reference number 2982-08-M on all correspondence.
Southampton Health Technology Assessments Centre (SHTAC) is a leading centre for health technology assessment and health services research with an influential role in determining national health policy through its research programme. SHTAC has expertise in health economics/modelling, evidence synthesis and epidemiology. As part of an expanding research programme, SHTAC is looking to strengthen its multi-disciplinary research team with this new post. We are looking for a person to join a cohesive research team working on economic evaluations through primary research and evidence synthesis/modelling to address major policy questions concerning the use of drugs, devices, procedures, public health programmes and other health interventions. Also you will work with colleagues on a programme of research on methodological developments related to economic evaluations and health technology assessment.
If you have a first or second class degree, a masters level or PhD qualification and/or relevant research experience in health economics/modelling, operational research or medical statistics in the academic or commercial sectors, and are enthusiastic about developing your career, this is an opportunity to join a growing team developing an influential research programme. Opportunities for further training and postgraduate study are encouraged and supported.
Appointment will be made on one of the following scales: Research Fellow - £27,183-£33,432 and the Senior Research Fellow- £34,435-£43,622 according to experience. The appointment will be until March 2011 in the first instance with good prospects for further extension.
For an informal discussion please e-mail or telephone Dr Jeremy Jones (jjones@soton.ac.uk or 02380 597056) or Jackie Bryant (J.S.Bryant@soton.ac.uk or 02380595582)
Please visit http://www.jobs.soton.ac.uk/ and apply on-line, or call +44 (0)23 8059 2750. The closing date for this post is 02 February 2009 at 12.00 noon. Please quote the reference number 2982-08-M on all correspondence.
February 2, 2009: Fellowship/Studentship
February 13, 2009
Location: Lancaster, England, UK
Closing date: 13 February 2009
Professorial Pay Grade
Ref: A135
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic academic to establish a Health Economics group within the Division of Health Research (DHR) in the School of Health and Medicine (SHM). Within SHM the social scientists in DHR are co-located with the Divisions of Medicine and Biomedicine/Life sciences and work closely with colleagues across the University, including the economists in the University’s highly-rated Management School. You will therefore be working in a rich multi-disciplinary environment, characterised by high quality research and teaching. This post, and a linked lectureship which you will take a lead in shaping, reflects the commitment of the University and the local health system to ensuring that SHM has the necessary disciplinary expertise to further develop existing strengths. This is a crucial strategic development for the University for which a competitive salary will be offered.
You would be moving to live in a region of England world-renowned for its dynamism and diversity and within easy reach of the northern renaissance cities of Liverpool and Manchester and the Lake District National Park in Cumbria.
For informal enquiries, please contact the Head of Division, Professor Chris Hatton (chris.hatton@lancaster.ac.uk or +44 (0)1524 592823).
To apply or request further information online, please visit http://www.personnel.lancs.ac.uk/vacancydets.aspx?jobid=A135
Alternatively you may telephone Human Resources, quoting reference A135 on +44 (0)1524 846549 (answerphone).
February 13, 2009: Research Chair
February 20, 2009
Location: Charleston, South Carolina, USA
The University of South Carolina (USC) in Columbia, SC, and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, SC, are jointly seeking applications and nominations for an endowed chair. The individual can be located in Columbia or Charleston. Individuals with demonstrated expertise in the areas of Pharmacoepidemiology and/or Pharmacoeconomics are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be an established scientist who has a strong reputation in research, has a productive record of publication and extramural funding, and is qualified for a tenured appointment at the level of Full Professor. The chair holder will direct the Center for Medication Safety and Efficacy and play a key role in the growth and development of research in pharmacoepidemiology and/or pharmacoeconomics in the State of South Carolina. He/she will be expected to participate in professional and graduate education, and to maintain a nationally-recognized, extramurally funded research program.
USC, MUSC and Health Sciences South Carolina (healthsciencessc.org) have several Centers of Economic Excellence, including the Centers for Medication Safety and Efficacy, Clinical Effectiveness and Patient Safety, and Health Care Quality, and are continuing a period of rapid growth in research.
Interested candidates should submit curriculum vitae, statements of research interests and accom-plishments, and the names of three references to:
Dr. Rick G. Schnellmann, c/o Wendy Brant, South Carolina College of Pharmacy, Medical University of South Carolina, MSC 140, Charleston, SC 29425 (email: brantw@musc.edu).
Nominations are also welcomed. Review of applications will begin on February 2, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.
The University of South Carolina and the Medical University of South Carolina are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers
February 20, 2009: Research Chair
February 28, 2009
Location: Hong Kong
(Ref. 08/239(396)/2)
The School of Public Health and the Department of Community and Family Medicine are seeking candidates for the post of Assistant Professor in Health Policy and Economics (Non-Clinical), to pursue research on application of economics to health care policy, design and evaluation of national health systems, and health sector reforms, with a focus on China and the larger Asia region. The School and the Department are committed to assisting in the development of health systems, education and research in the region. Further information about the School and the Department is available at http://www.sph.cuhk.edu.hk/cms/ and http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/med/cmd/.
Applicants should have (i) a doctoral degree in economics, public health or health policy, specializing in one or more of the following: health economics, applied econometrics, industrial organization, programme evaluation; (ii) strong commitment to both teaching and research in public health; (iii) a good track record of research demonstrating research capacity and potential; (iv) proficiency in English and Chinese; (v) good teammateship; and preferably (vi) prior research experience in low- or middle-income countries, especially pertaining to evaluation of health systems.
The appointee will report directly to Professor Winnie Yip and will (a) participate in existing research and develop independent research activities; (b) undertake teaching duties; and (c) assist in course development and coordination for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The appointee will be appointed jointly in the School of Public Health and the Department of Community and Family Medicine. Appointment will normally be made on contract basis for up to two years initially commencing as soon as possible, leading to longer-term appointment or substantiation later subject to mutual agreement. Applications will be accepted until the post is filled. [Note: Those who have responded to the previous advertisement for the post (under the Ref. no.: 08/225/2) are under consideration and need not re-apply on this occasion.]
Salary and Fringe Benefits
Salary will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including medical care, plus a contract-end gratuity for an appointment of two years and housing benefits for eligible appointees.
Further information about the University and the general terms of service for appointments is available at http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/personnel. The terms mentioned herein are for reference only and are subject to revision by the University.
Application Procedure
Please send full resume, copies of academic credentials, a publication list and/or abstracts of selected published papers, together with names, addresses and fax numbers/e-mail addresses of three referees to whom the applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references (unless otherwise specified), to the Personnel Office, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong (Fax: (852) 2603 6852).
The Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request. Please quote the reference number and mark ‘Application - Confidential’ on cover.
February 28, 2009:
Location: Sydney, Australia
IMS Health is a leading healthcare consulting group and the global source for pharmaceutical market intelligence, providing critical information, analysis and services that drive decisions and shape strategies. Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) is a key area within IMS Health. This aspect of our consultancy covers key disciplines of health economics, epidemiology & observational studies, critical review and biostatistics.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Health Economics Consultant to join our expanding HEOR team. The position is based in Sydney, Australia. As an integral part of the team, you will work on a large variety of projects for Australian and international clients in both the public and private sectors.
Working within project teams, and reporting to the Health Economics Manager, your key responsibilities would include:
- trial-based and modelled economic evaluations
- patient level data analysis
- health care pricing studies
- forecasting health outcomes and economic impacts of health care interventions and policies
- preparing high quality written reports and presenting findings to clients
- project management
- mentoring junior staff members
- input into proposals and tenders
You will be an effective team member, working closely with other economists and health outcomes analysts in the HEOR team, and a variety of clients and external consultants (eg. clinical experts). Your previous work experience will enable you to manage your own projects when required. You are able to contribute to the development of health economic and wider project strategy, and can understand and interpret each project’s key findings.
The ideal candidate will possess tertiary qualifications in an economics related discipline, preferably with Honours or a postgraduate degree, and a minimum of three years professional health economics experience in the health care industry, consulting, academic research, or similar environment. Candidates with a life sciences degree and a high level of health economics experience are also encouraged to apply.
For all candidates, working knowledge of health care reimbursement processes would be advantageous, as would knowledge of decision modelling software packages (eg. TreeAge).
To apply (or for more information on the position) please send a covering letter and CV to Adam Gordois at agordois@au.imshealth.com
February 28, 2009: Consultant/Advisor
Location: Paris, France
Lundbeck is a Danish international pharmaceutical company specialised in psychiatry and neurology. The Corporate Pricing & Reimbursement Department situated in Paris evaluates and develops pricing and reimbursement strategies for the company’s products worldwide, prepare documentation, coordinate and provide support to the marketing affiliates in implementing the strategies. We are looking for a Pricing & Reimbursement Manager, who will be based in Paris.
Your job
You will be part of a team that develops global pricing and reimbursement strategies for all our products and monitors prices developments worldwide. You will participate in our management of prices, deliver state of the art pricing analysis and establish close links with affiliates and corporate functions. ?The global environment for pricing and reimbursement is changing rapidly. You will understand these changes impact on our business and setting of prices and you will help us in gaining access to markets with strategies for demonstrating the value of our products to payers and authorities. Due to the international missions some traveling is a part of the job.
Your qualifications
- You hold a degree in medicine, pharmacy, science or health economics
- You have experience in a similar position or in one or several of the following fields in the pharmaceutical industry:
- preparation of pricing and/or reimbursement dossiers,
- health economic evaluation,
- market research,
- financial modeling,
- epidemiology
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to work across disciplines and with people of different cultural backgrounds
- You have a proactive personality with a strong commitment to the daily challenges
- Good communication skills in English are a must. Another European language is a plus.
Further information and applications
Please contact Susana Murteira, Director Corporate Pricing & Reimbursement on phone + 33 1 53 67 43 13; pricingdept@lundbeck.com
February 28, 2009: Manager
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Closing date: 28 February 2009
The Department of Health Care Management of the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, is seeking to hire. The ideal candidate would have the experience and record to qualify for appointment at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level. Applicants must have a Ph.D. (expected completion by June 30, 2010 is acceptable). Applicants in all areas of Health Care Economics and Management will be considered; expertise in Health Care Entrepreneurship and in Pharmaceutical/biotechnology Economics and Management is of particular interest.
Successful candidates must have an outstanding research record and potential, as well as strong interest and competence in teaching. Salary is competitive. Interested individuals should submit the following materials at our secure website: https://acadcf.wharton.upenn.edu/hcmgteachat/
- A cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Job Market Paper and/or Selected Publications
Junior-level candidates should also include contact information for three references who will be asked to submit letters of recommendation.
The deadline for applications is February 28, 2009. The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2009. The search committee is chaired by Lawton R. Burns, Chair, Department of Health Care Management, The Wharton School
More information about the Department is available at http://www.wharton.upenn.edu/faculty/acad_depts/hcmgdept.cfm
The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minority candidates, veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
February 28, 2009: Professorship/Lectureship