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September 19, 2008
Faculty Position, Health Outcomes Researcher: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute
Location: Tampa, Florida, USA
The H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute is seeking a faculty member (Assistant, Associate, or Senior Member level) whose interests in health outcomes would complement those of existing faculty in our Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior. This Department currently has 14 faculty engaged in research on behavioral aspects of cancer prevention and early detection, quality of life during and after cancer treatment, quality of cancer care, and cancer-related health disparities. Possible complementary areas of research include but are not limited to: (1) decision making in cancer prevention, treatment and control; (2) variations in patterns of cancer care; (3) health care utilization after active cancer treatment; (4) evidence-based oncology; and (5) preferences across services, symptoms, risks and information. Resources for conducting research include the center’s integrated repository of clinical and research information on a large cohort of patients, a state-wide affiliate network of treatment providers, and shared resources in biostatistics, informatics, and survey methods.
Successful candidates must have Ph.D. or M.D. and relevant research training and experience. Academic rank beyond that of Assistant Member will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Appointment rank at the level of Associate / Senior Member requires a minimum of five years experience at the Assistant / Associate Member level. We seek researchers who can contribute immediately, as evidenced by a history of peer-reviewed funding and publication. The Moffitt Cancer Center is affiliated with both the University of South Florida and the University of Florida. University appointments are available, as applicable.
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, a National Cancer Institute designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, is located on the campus of the University of South Florida. Moffitt has excellent research and clinical facilities, including a free standing screening center dedicated to subject recruitment for prevention and control studies. The Moffitt Cancer Center has strong associations with several units within the University of South Florida and has recently expanded collaborations with several units within the University of Florida.
Located in Tampa, Florida, this position requires someone who can appreciate the sunshine, great beaches, year-round golf, and easy living associated with the Gulf Coast of Florida. Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city with culture, restaurants, and a high quality of life.
Questions regarding the position should be directed to: Paul Jacobsen, Ph.D., Chair, Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior (paul.jacobsen@moffitt.org).
To apply, visit our website http://moffittcareers.org/ and refer to requisition number 3676.
September 2008: Professorship/Lectureship , Researcher/Co-ordinator
Health Program Research Associate: Leading New York City Foundation
Location: New York, New York, USA
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September 2008: Researcher/Co-ordinator
Health Economist
Location: Denmark
•••• seeks a Health Economist to join our successful team, located in our corporate headquarters office in Denmark.
What do we do?
We work with a broad variety of drug delivery products, which is one of •••• key focus business areas. We are responsible for establishing the clinical development strategies, including clinical study synopses. We also provide medical input to device engineering teams as part of the design input processes.
Our ambition:
- Be centre of excellence for device clinical trial and usability testing from early concepts through product life cycle
- Provide effective global clinical development plans balancing stakeholder needs
- Enforce use of Health Economic tools and engage payers in clinical development to substantiate product claims
- Globally attract, retain and develop engaged and talented people who are ready to change
- Set and reach ambitious personal development goals
•••• aims to bridge commercial aspiration with sound scientific evidence, by providing evidence that will enable * to be the industry leader in achieving market access at optimal price. This may involve Patient Reported Outcomes (PRO), economic modelling, database studies, real life studies as well as budget impact models. This type of data can primarily be used in price negotiations with, and subsidy applications to, national or regional authorities and payers in different countries and for various types of marketing activities.
Challenges
Your responsibilities will include managing the process of identifying the potential economic profile of devices across development stages in order to support research prioritization and development decisions. Manage the integration of economics and PRO parameters into the development program.
Manage the efficient and timely provision of key health economics deliverables for health technology assessment authorities, pricing and reimbursement, and marketing of selected •••• brands. Liaise across functions on pricing & reimbursement and clinical development requirements.
Qualifications
As •••• is part of Global Development it is vital that you have an interest in research. The ideal candidate will have experience in health economics and PRO from the pharmaceutical industry or a few years of experience from a similar area.
You need to be collaborative, like to take on responsibility, have excellent interpersonal skills, be a good communicator, be business-oriented and have a well-developed conceptual thinking. The ability to work within timelines and to handle projects in a team-oriented/cross-functional environment is necessary. It is important that you are able to manage working under pressure and to work independently. Desire for self-development is also important in this role. Fluency in English is a requirement. You will work in a global environment with contacts all over the world, which will involve some travelling.
Depending on the qualifications of the candidate the position may become, and be filled by, a Senior Health Economist.
To apply please send your CV to minesh.ghelanil@skillsalliance.co.uk
For any other opportunities within HEOR, Pricing and Market Access or for a confidential conversation please contact:
Minesh Ghelani
Managing Consultant
HEOR, Pricing and Market Access
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