Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Statistics for Health Technology Assessment

This full time position is available from 09/03/2026 - 31/03/2027 on a fixed term basis.

The Peninsula Technology Assessment Group (PenTAG) at the University of Exeter is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Statistics for Health Technology Assessment (HTA). If you're passionate about influencing high-profile healthcare decisions and driving impactful research, this is your chance to make a difference!

The Role

You'll play a key role in supporting statistical aspects of clinical and cost effectiveness as part of PenTAG’s work on health technologies (medicines, medical devices, diagnostics) for the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and other leading agencies. Key tasks associated with this role include:

• appraisal and development of network meta-analyses;
• appraisal of statistical methods used in clinical trials (in particular survival analysis and related methods);
• working alongside health economists and economic modellers to develop and refine statistical inputs to economic models

Over time, you may also take on project management responsibilities and contribute to grants and publications, helping to shape the field of health economic modelling, HTA, and public health. If you don't have a PhD yet, your publications could form the basis for a PhD by publication.

What We Offer

• A diverse and impactful project workload, shaping real-world healthcare policies.
• On-the-job training to develop world-class expertise in health economics.
• A collaborative, supportive research environment with opportunities for career progression.
• Flexible working arrangements: office-based, hybrid, fully remote and part-time options available on a case-by-case basis.
• Competitive salary: £43,482 - £46,049 (PDRF; Grade F), negotiable depending on experience.
• Sector-leading benefits, including up to 26 weeks full maternity/adoption/shared parental leave and up to 6 weeks paternity leave.
• Work in the stunning surroundings of Devon, home to one of the UK’s fastest-growing tech hubs!

About You

We're looking for someone with:

• A strong background in health economic modelling and cost-effectiveness analysis.
• Experience in HTA and economic evaluations (for PDRF level, experience leading evaluations is desirable).
• A passion for research that directly influences policy and decision-making.

Join a Leading Research Institution

As a Russell Group university ranked among the top 200 in the world, Exeter is a powerhouse of world-class research and teaching excellence. We support academics in achieving their full potential through initiatives like Exeter Academic and an Innovation, Impact & Business directorate dedicated to external engagement.

Committed to Equality & Inclusion

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. As a Disability Confident Employer and signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we ensure our hiring process is inclusive and welcoming.

We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. 

Interested?

Please ensure that you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

For further information, contact Professor Ed Wilson at e.c.f.wilson@exeter.ac.uk.

Closing date: 15th February 2026 Interviews: w/c 3rd March

Join us and help shape the future of healthcare through cutting-edge research!

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