Research Associate (Health Economist)

Department
The University of York wishes to appoint a Research Associate to work on a collaborative programme of research jointly developed by colleagues based at the Department of Health Sciences. The main focus of the role will be the health economic analysis of RCTs. This will involve the preparation of data, analysis of data and presentation of results for reports and peer-reviewed publications. The successful applicant will work as part of a group of researchers within York Trials Unit.

The University of York offers flexible working patterns and a number of family friendly initiatives. As a department we are proud to foster a supportive culture that helps staff and students contribute fully, flourish and excel, to reach their full potential. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion as well as the values of the Athena SWAN Charter in all our Departmental activities.

Role

• To conduct research under the supervision of senior colleagues and to contribute to the production of research.
• To assist in the identification and development of potential areas of research and the development of proposals for independent or collaborative research projects.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications Needed

• First degree in economics or other quantitative subject such as applied mathematics, operational research or applied statistics.
• Master’s level qualification in economics, health economics, health technology assessment or other quantitative subject such as applied mathematics or applied statistics.
• Knowledge and understanding of economic evaluation to engage in high-quality research.
• Knowledge of a range of research techniques and methodologies for the evaluation of healthcare interventions.
• Highly developed communication skills to engage effectively with a wide-ranging audience, both orally and in writing, using a range of media.
• Ability to write up research work for publication in high profile journals and engage in public dissemination.
• Ability to develop research objectives, projects and proposals for own and joint research, with the assistance of a mentor if required.

Interview date: to be confirmed.

For informal enquiries: please contact Steve Parrott on steve.parrott@york.ac.uk.

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork

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