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May 20, 2008
Post-doctoral Fellowship in Health Economics: Virginia Commonwealth University and the Massey Cancer Center
Location: Richmond, Virginia, USA
Virginia Commonwealth University and the Massey Cancer Center support a post-doctoral training position to work on projects in health economics and policy. The scope of work includes econometric analyses with large data sets, writing and editing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, and developing new research ideas. The Research Associate will work with a team of faculty on funded projects in health economics and will help to develop new research proposals. Current projects include analyses of the effect of health insurance on health and labor market participation decisions, of the impact of safety net hospitals on treatment and outcomes among insured and uninsured patients, and of disparities in health outcomes.
The term of appointment can range from one to two years, with a flexible start in the 2008/09 academic year. Salary will be negotiable based on qualifications and experience. In addition to the annual salary, Fellows will have access to a full range of university resources including health care insurance. A Ph.D. in Economics or related field, experience in applied economic research methods, econometric analysis and statistical software, and strong technical writing skills are required. Experience in health economics research is preferred.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a research writing sample and the names of three references to Professor Cathy J. Bradley; Virginia Commonwealth University ; Department of Health Administration; 1008 East Clay Street; P.O. Box 980203; Richmond, VA 23298-0203; or by email cjbradley@vcu.edu.
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
