Post-Doctoral Associate (Rutgers HOPE/J&J)

Rutgers University; Horsham, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers Center for Health Outcomes, Policy, and Economics (HOPE) in partnership with Johnson and Johnson Innovative Medicine through the SEPR team offers a fellowship focused on real world evidence, health economics, patient outcomes, market access and policy research.

The program provides interdisciplinary training through hands on industry research, academic coursework, and professional mentorship to prepare fellows for evidence based decision making across the pharmaceutical industry setting.

Qualifications

• Requires a PhD or other relevant doctoral or scientific training in health-related fields such as health services research, public health, health economics, epidemiology, outcomes research, pharmacy, pharmacy administration or medicine.

Responsibilities

• Designing and supporting real world studies focused on patient outcomes, burden of illness, clinical and health economics, and policy relevant evidence
• Conducting literature reviews, database analyses, and health economic and comparative effectiveness research
• Collaborating with cross functional industry teams to gain a better understanding of how real world evidence can be used in the decision-making process for development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products

Education

PhD or doctoral in health services research, public health, health economics, epidemiology, outcomes research, pharmacy, pharmacy administration, or medicine

Job description

Department Pharmacy Practice & Administra

Salary Details

$80,000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .

Rutgers Center for Health Outcomes, Policy, and Economics ( HOPE ) in partnership with Johnson and Johnson Innovative Medicine through the SEPR team offers a fellowship focused on real world evidence, health economics, patient outcomes, market access and policy research. The program provides interdisciplinary training through hands on industry research, academic coursework, and professional mentorship to prepare fellows for evidence based decision making across the pharmaceutical industry setting.

Fellowship Experience Includes:

• Designing and supporting real world studies focused on patient outcomes, burden of illness, clinical and health economics, and policy relevant evidence
• Conducting literature reviews, database analyses, and health economic and comparative effectiveness research
• Collaborating with cross functional industry teams to gain a better understanding of how real world evidence can be used in the decision-making process associated with the development and commercialization of new pharmaceutical products

Requires a PhD.

https://hope.rutgers.edu/

Position Status

Full Time

Posting Number

26FA0178

Posting Open Date

03/01/2026

Posting Close Date

09/30/2026

Qualifications

Requires a PhD or other relevant doctoral or scientific and/or training (examples of relevant fields include health services research, public health, health economics, epidemiology, outcomes research, pharmacy, pharmacy administration, medicine).

Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location

Campus Piscataway (RBHS)

City

Horsham

State

PA

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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