The Four Main Reasons: Starting as a freelance health economist is enticing. It promises independence, the freedom to choose your projects, and the ability to set your own schedule. Yet, despite these benefits, many freelance health economists find themselves returning to salaried employment after just one year. Why does this happen? Drawing on my over 15 years of experience in … Read more
The Importance of Model Validation: Health economics models, such as cost-effectiveness and budget impact models, are pivotal for securing positive reimbursement decisions. They represent a culmination of intensive research, complex calculations, and expert knowledge. However, even a well-constructed model can benefit from an external review. Validation acts as a safeguard, ensuring that the model is not only technically sound but … Read more
Recruitment gaps can create unexpected challenges for health economics teams. When a key member departs, the resulting void often disrupts ongoing projects and delays critical deadlines. The process of recruiting a permanent replacement with the right skills—such as expertise in a specific disease area, health economic modeling, or HTA submissions—can be time-intensive. Managers are then faced with a pressing question: … Read more
I was updating our freelance health economist CV database at EuropeanHealthEconomics.com – the go-to job board for health economics professionals. As I sifted through the contractor profiles, it struck me how diverse the freelance pool is. I’d like to share my light-hearted observations on the different types of freelance health economists we encounter. 1. The Juniors Armed with a master’s … Read more
The freelance health economist of the month, ready to support your team. An experienced health economist with a PhD, who has developed over 50 cost-effectiveness and budget impact models. This expert is specialised in the health economics modelling of oncology treatments and survival analyses. Do you need a strong modelling expert to support your team? Contact us to get started. … Read more
Welcoming a new family member is always a reason to celebrate! However, it’s natural to have concerns about managing your HEOR team’s workload and project timelines while a key member is on parental leave. We understand the importance of maintaining both team momentum and employee well-being. During this time, several solutions can be explored: We understand the importance of maintaining … Read more
As a manager of a health economics team, you’re well aware of the challenges that arise when a key team member departs, especially when it comes to filling their role. Finding the perfect permanent health economist candidate can be a lengthy and demanding process. During this transitional period, keeping your projects moving forward without any setbacks is crucial. This is … Read more
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