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July 1, 2009
Project Researcher Position Health Economics/Policy Research
Location: Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Washington, DC
Start date: July 2009
The Cancer Control Program of the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center in Washington, DC is seeking a staff person to conduct research evaluating the most effective and cost-effective ways to reduce cancer mortality and cancer-related disparities in mortality.
Responsibilities involve developing economic data inputs for national policy simulation models, such as time costs, treatment costs, and intervention costs, using existing data sets or collection of primary data. Other responsibilities include data management and quality assurance, coordinating project activities, participation in analyses evaluating the effectiveness of alternative approaches to reducing cancer mortality, writing reports and communication results to a wide range of stakeholders.
Candidates are sought with training and expertise in public health disciplines (e.g., health economics, health services research, health policy, modeling, decision analysis). Minimum requirements include a master’s degree in public health, experience working with health data, and excellent communication and analytic skills. Detail orientation and organization essential. Experience with simulation modeling a plus.
Excellent opportunities for career advancement and training. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Start date of July 2009.
Interested individuals should send CV, names of three references and salary requirements to: Aimee Near, Cancer Control Program, Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, 3300 Whitehaven St., NW Suite 4100, Washington, DC 20007 or by email at amn45@georgetown.edu
