Organisation/Company: UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY Research Field: Literature, Economics
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2), First Stage Researcher (R1), Established Researcher (R3)
Country: Australia
Application Deadline: 29 Sep 2024 - 00:00 (UTC)
Type of Contract: Other
Job Status: Part-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer DescriptionPart time (0.30 FTE-11.25 hours) fixed term until May 2026 at Camperdown (hybrid option also available)Great opportunity for a Health Economist to contribute to economic evaluations for cancer preventionBase Salary: $86,584 - $122,830 (pro rata) + 17% superannuation, range dependent on qualifications and experienceAbout the opportunity We have a great opportunity for an early career Health Economist to contribute to an exciting economic evaluation research project, MOHMQuit, a program supporting pregnant women to quit smoking. The opportunity is for either a Research Associate (level A) or a Research Fellow (level B) depending on qualifications and experience supporting Dr Alison Pearce and the team.
This position will suit a PhD candidate (or others requiring flexibility) as we support flexible working arrangements within this project.
Your key responsibilities will be to: Conduct cost-effectiveness analyses of health service programs, including developing or adapting cost-effectiveness models.Obtain, critically appraise, and refine data from disparate sources (including grey literature) and studies as inputs to the economic modelling.Assemble research data, drawing insights and undertaking analyses under the guidance of senior academics.Prepare reports and contribute to conference presentations and the writing of peer-reviewed journal articles based on the results of research.Contribute to obtaining competitive funding for future research activities.Work in a multidisciplinary research team.Attend meetings and participate in relevant committees.Engage in professional activities including attendance at conferences and seminars (subject to availability of funds).Perform administrative functions connected with the research.Occasionally contribute to the health economics teaching program within the field of the staff member's research.About you For Research Associate Level A: Have a Masters in Health Economics, Public Health, Economics, Statistics, Epidemiology or Biostatistics or a field relevant to the work.An understanding of the design and conduct of economic evaluations (e.g. cost-effectiveness analysis, decision modelling).Demonstrated quantitative skills, such as the use of Excel or statistical packages such as STATA, SAS or R.Understanding of the process for the design and conduct of systematic reviews.Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including some evidence of academic writing.Ability to work in a team and operate autonomously without close guidance.In addition, for Research Fellow Level B: Have a PhD in Health Economics, Public Health, Economics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or a field relevant to the work.Demonstrated experience in designing and conducting economic evaluations (e.g. cost-effectiveness analysis, decision modelling).Demonstrated quantitative skills, including health economic modelling, using TreeAge, Excel, or statistical packages such as STATA, SAS or R.Experience in the design and conduct of systematic reviews.Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including a record of research and publications in their field.A strong track record of effectively working in multi-disciplinary teams with industry and professional institutions, health partners, and stakeholders.Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
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