Researcher - Health Economics

University of Alberta Careers; Edmonton; Hybride; CAD 85 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Alberta Careers in the Real World Evidence Unit seeks a proactive Health Economist to lead economic evaluations and applied research using real-world health system data. You will contribute to informing clinical, policy, and funding decisions across Alberta and beyond.

The role emphasizes collaboration, analytics, and a flexible work environment as part of a growing team of health researchers driving policy-relevant evidence.

Qualifications

• Lead economic evaluations and applied research studies using real-world health system data.

Responsabilités

• Lead economic evaluations and applied research studies using real-world health system data to inform clinical, policy, and funding decisions.

Description du poste

This position has an initial appointment of1 year, with the possibility of extension.

Location - This role can be either hybrid or fully remote.

The Real World Evidence Unit, within the University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, conducts high-quality, decision-grade research using real world health system data to answer questions that matter to health system decision makers, clinicians, patients, and industry partners.

We are a core member of the Alberta Real World Evidence Consortium (ARWEC) and the Alberta Drug and Technology Evaluation Consortium (ADTEC), collaborating with provincial and national partners to ensure that health decisions are grounded in robust, real-world evidence.

At the Real World Evidence Unit, we believe great research happens in a great environment. We value and foster a collaborative team culture, practice inclusivity and respect in every interaction, and actively support a flexible work environment.

The Real World Evidence Unit is seeking a proactive, collaborative, and analytically driven Health Economist to join our growing team of health researchers dedicated to generating evidence to inform healthcare decision-making.

This role sits at the intersection of health economics, real-world data, and policy impact. You will lead economic evaluations and applied research studies using real-world health system data to inform clinical, policy, and funding decisions across Alberta and beyond.