Health Economist

Canada's Drug Agency; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 88,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension plan

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental

Hybrid work model

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Canada’s Drug Agency (CDA-AMC) is seeking two Health Economists to lead economic evaluations and budget impact analyses for drugs, devices, and health technologies. The roles require a graduate degree in economics or related fields, 2–4 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and communication skills.

The positions are full-time, with a hybrid work arrangement (minimum 2 days onsite) in Ottawa or Toronto.

Qualifications

• Minimum graduate degree in economics, mathematics, epidemiology, or public health.
• Strong understanding of health economic methods with skills in decision analytics, simulation, and statistical modelling.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with multidisciplinary teams and expert committees.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple projects.
• Willingness to undertake training in systematic reviews or meta-analyses.
• Commitment to high‑quality work and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to convey technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Critically appraise economic evaluations (model structure, inputs, assumptions).
• Design and undertake economic evaluations and budget impact analyses.
• Develop computer-based economic models for evaluations and budget analyses.
• Lead and coordinate internal and external research team efforts to meet objectives.
• Prepare reports for interested parties and stakeholders.
• Present economic findings at expert or advisory committee meetings.
• Collaborate with management to pull economic information for drug reviews.
• Review reports prepared by other researchers and contribute to process documentation.
• Represent the organization at conferences and external meetings.

Skills

Health economics knowledge

Analytical abilities

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Independent work

Effective communication

Education

Graduate degree in economics/related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Status:

Full time, indefinite and full time, temporary, 18 months

Location:

Ottawa, Ontario, or Toronto, Ontario (hybrid or remote)

Closing date:

open until filled

Salary range:

$87,720 to $109,140 per year

Canada’s Drug Agency (CDA-AMC) is a pan-Canadian health organization. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization with offices in Ottawa and Toronto. Created and funded by Canada’s federal, provincial, and territorial governments, we drive better coordination, alignment, and public value within Canada’s drug, health technology, and health systems landscape. We provide health system leaders in Canada with independent evidence and advice, empowering them to make informed decisions about drugs, health technologies, and broader health system strategies and investments, and we collaborate with national and international partners to enhance our collective impact.

CDA-AMC was named 1 of the National Capital Region’s top employers for the third year in a row. This recognition celebrates our dedication to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that nurtures growth and innovation. It reaffirms our ongoing efforts to create an outstanding workplace where our employees thrive and feel valued.

Hybrid Work Arrangement

At CDA-AMC, employees participate in a hybrid workspace arrangement that allows for flexibility and enhanced work-life balance. We believe in the positive impact of in-person collaboration and the importance of team building. This position follows a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of 2 days onsite, though this requirement may vary based on business and operational needs.

Primary Focus

We are seeking to fill two current openings on our Health Economics team. As a Health Economist, you will be responsible for assessing methods, data, results, and assumptions of economic evaluations; designing and conducting economic evaluations and budget impact analyses; and producing reports. You will participate in multidisciplinary research teams and lead the economic component of projects (e.g., development of an economic evaluation, or review of an existing economic analysis of a health technology such as a drug, health device, or health system).

What do the daily responsibilities look like?

On any given day, the Health Economist will:

• critically appraise economic evaluations (model structure, model inputs, and assumptions) submitted by manufacturers or in the public domain
• design and undertake economic evaluations, budget impact analyses, and reviews of economic evidence of drugs and health technologies
• develop computer-based economic models for performing economic evaluations and budget impact analysis, as required
• lead and coordinate efforts of internal and external research team members to ensure project objectives are met
• prepare reports for interested parties
• participate in expert committee or advisory committee meetings to present and/or provide clarification of economic findings
• work with the guidance of the manager, to pull together economic information for reconsiderations and requests for advice for drug reviews
• provide input to, and review the reports of other researchers, including project team members
• contribute to process documentation and the continuous improvement of research processes
• represent the organization at conferences and other external meetings.

Is this the right role for you?

The Health Economist will likely have:

• a minimum of graduate degree in economics, mathematics, epidemiology, or public health, plus at least 2 to 4 years of relevant experience, specifically related to the development and/or critical assessment of economic evaluations and models
• a thorough understanding of health economic methods, with skill in computer-based decision analytics, simulation, and statistical modelling. Strong analytical abilities are critical
• strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and expert committees
• ability to work independently and to prioritize multiple projects to meet competing deadlines
• willingness to undertake training in systematic reviews, meta-analyses, or other training as required
• commitment to high-quality work and attention to detail
• excellent communication skills (written, oral, and presentation) to be able to convey technical information succinctly to varied audiences
• proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

What will set you apart?

The following qualifications may help you stand out:

• training in epidemiology and/or biostatistics
• ability to critically appraise clinical trials, observational studies, and network meta-analyses
• fluency in French.

What’s in it for you?

At CDA-AMC, you will find:

• a team-focused, supportive, and inclusive work environment
• a competitive compensation package, including participation in a defined benefit pension plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• a comprehensive benefits package for employees and dependents, including health, dental, life, and travel insurance; spending accounts to meet your health care and individual wellness needs; and an employee assistance program
• generous paid time off (including a minimum of 4 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave and life leave, a December holiday closure, your birthday as a paid day off, and other leave options)
• flexible hours and a hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance
• opportunities to work with and learn from highly specialized professionals
• personal growth through professional development opportunities, corporate training, and support for continuing education
• a friendly culture in which community engagement is supported and people’s efforts and important milestones are recognized
• the opportunity to make a difference for people living in Canada and effect positive change.

Hiring Process

Our hiring process is designed to help us get to know you, and for you to get to know us. It includes introductory calls, a panel interview, and opportunities to showcase your skills. You’ll also have time to ask questions and explore how you can contribute to the team and organization.

Our applicant tracking system includes artificial intelligence features; however, these are not used in our selection or recruitment processes. All hiring decisions, including application screening, are made by our hiring team members, who carefully review each application to ensure a valid process.

At CDA-AMC, our employees share a passion for building the future of the health systems in Canada. We recognize that our employees bring diverse strengths, experiences, and backgrounds. One of our collective strengths is our culture and our commitment to creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

CDA-AMC is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. We highly encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including Indigenous people, people of all places of origin and religions, people with disabilities, people who are neurodivergent, people who are racialized, women, and people from 2SLGBTQ+ communities.

We provide accommodations during all phases of the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please let the Talent Acquisition team know when they contact you. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note that, as a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to complete a confidential pre-employment background check, including criminal, employment, and education verifications.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.