Senior Health Economist

Aj Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public health institution in Johannesburg is seeking a candidate with a Ph D in Health Economics to lead economic evaluation research and lecture in the Masters in Public Health Programme. The successful candidate should have at least 4 years of experience in health economics research, with a proven track record in academic publications. Responsibilities include managing research projects, mentoring junior researchers, and securing research grants. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is independent, adaptable, and has strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Must have published on Economic Evaluations in Academic Journals.
• 4 years working experience in a Health Economics Research environment.
• Experience in conducting economic evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Lead economic evaluation research and lecture in the Masters in Public Health Programme.
• Attract research funding by identifying and applying for research grants.
• Manage research projects from inception to completion.

Skills

Economic Evaluation Research

Analytical Decision Modelling

Strong Writing Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Ph D in Health Economics

Job description

Main Purpose of the Job

To lead economic evaluation research and to lecture in the Masters in Public Health (MPH) Programme and supervise students (Masters and Ph D candidates)

Location

Wits School of Public Health, Parktown, Johannesburg

Key Performance Areas

• Identify novel research methods and ideas
• Attract research funding by identifying and applying for research grants in line with PRICELESS research strategy
• Publish research in high-impact peer-reviewed journals, reports, and present findings to stakeholders, the PRICELESS team, and other groups
• Manage research projects from inception to completion
• Manage and mentor junior researchers

Required Minimum Education and Training

Ph D in Health Economics

Must have published on Economic Evaluations in Academic Journals

Required Minimum Work Experience

4 years working experience in a Health Economics Research environment

Experience in conducting economic evaluations

Desirable Additional Education, Work Experience and Personal Abilities

• Experience in analytical decision modelling
• Published economic evaluation articles in peer-reviewed journals
• Strong writing and presentation skills
• Good conceptualisation skills
• Experience in teaching and student supervision
• Attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptive with a positive approach to taking on several duties

To Apply

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.

Closing Date

30 January #J Ljbffr