The Health Economics Blog is published by EuropeanHealthEconomics.com, the specialised job board for health economists. It covers job market analysis, career guidance, and employer resources for the global health economics and HEOR community.
For health economists: job market reviews across Europe, North America, and Asia; practical guidance on HEOR roles in pharma and consulting; HTA career trends; and advice on navigating the health economics job search.
For managers of health economics teams: guidance on sourcing qualified health economists and working with freelance health economics professionals.
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Hiring experienced health economists who can start contributing on day one is a top priority for most companies. Yet, the process of finding and hiring these professionals often feels more difficult and time-consuming than it should be. Why Passive Job Seekers Matter A major reason lies in the fact that approximately 70% of experienced health economists are passive job seekers. … Lue lisää
Maximise Your Training Budget. Do you or your team still have a training budget left? If so, consider investing it in skills development that benefits both your organisation and your team members. Upskilling in R, a powerful statistical programming language, is not only an excellent use of resources but also a forward-thinking strategy for staying competitive in the dynamic field … Lue lisää
This question often arises whether you’re starting out in health economics, considering a health economics PhD, or recruiting for your team. After reviewing 150 job postings on EuropeanHealthEconomics.com, I’ve compiled insights into the educational qualifications typically required for analyst, manager, and director roles. The data, illustrated in the charts below, provides a clear picture of what employers value across levels. … Lue lisää
Are We Moving Away from Excel? I analysed 225 health economics job postings on EuropeanHealthEconomics.com over a period of three months. Surprisingly, only 15% specifically mentioned Excel skills as a requirement. Even fewer—just 8%—looked for VBA expertise, typically for modelling and HTA roles. This raises an interesting question: do hiring managers assume every health economist already knows Excel, so they … Lue lisää
Are you a health economist looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on healthcare on a global scale? While EuropeanHealthEconomics.com primarily focuses on roles in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, we also have a dedicated section for Health Economics Jobs in the Global Health Sector. How Can You Contribute to Global Health as a Health Economist? This … Lue lisää
Python has swiftly become an important skill for health economists, alongside Excel VBA and R. After analysing 100 job postings on EuropeanHealthEconomics.com, it’s clear that Python is more than a buzzword—it’s an essential tool for becoming a standout candidate in the competitive job market. Let’s explore why Python is in demand for health economists and how you can master it … Lue lisää
I asked ChatGPT what it knew about EuropeanHealthEconomics.com, and I was quite happy with the response. These are not copied from the website text but conclusions made by ChatGPT. Here are the highlights for you. ? See the latest health economics jobs.
Does this sound familiar to you as a manager of a health economics team? You’ve just received a new project, but neither you nor your team have the time to handle it. Hiring a permanent staff member isn’t an option, and outsourcing to a consultancy is just too expensive. You’ve asked your team and network for available freelancers, but no … Lue lisää
We reviewed the 100 health economics jobs on EuropeanHealthEconomics.com. It’s clear that R is becoming increasingly important for health economists. R skills were required in 15% of the health economics job openings, and it seems that this percentage is increasing. Although R might not replace Excel VBA, the software landscape for modelling in health economics is certainly evolving. So, if … Lue lisää
Are you a health economist ready to take the next step in your career and move into a management role? On this dedicated Health Economics Manager page, you’ll find the latest opportunities in both pharmaceutical companies and consultancies. Whether you’re working and specialised in HEOR, HTA, RWE, or market access, there are numerous new manager-level roles that could be your … Lue lisää
I took a look at the lunchtime traffic on EuropeanHealthEconomics.com yesterday, and it was fascinating to see the snapshot of visitors at that very moment. The job board had 27 persons from 11 different European countries browsing over 80 pages of job ads at that time! If you’re one of those visitors, rest assured that all data is anonymised by … Lue lisää
A Guide for Aspiring Professionals. Health economics is an exciting and impactful field, sitting at the intersection of healthcare and economics. Imagine a world where healthcare decisions are not just based on what works but also on what delivers the best value for the resources available. Health economists are the ones who make that happen, ensuring that healthcare systems are … Lue lisää
The Problem with Job Alerts: Have you signed up for email alerts for health economist jobs from a big pharmaceutical or consulting company? If so, how effective have they been for you? From my experience, these alerts often miss the mark. Many of us are inundated with emails daily, and these notifications frequently get lost in the shuffle, landing in … Lue lisää
When I started EuropeanHealthEconomics.com, my idea was simple: “Provide all health economics jobs in one place for my fellow health economists.” I also thought about the kind of job board I’d want to use myself. I’ve never liked mandatory registrations or accounts on job listing sites. I don’t want to leave my personal information to be monetized. I’d rather find … Lue lisää
During the past 12 months, our health economics job board has welcomed 32,000 users. Who are the visitors? Mainly job-seeking health economists. A lot of them! To put it in perspective, it’s like filling a 600-person conference hall with health economists every week of the year. This shows that we’re providing our peers, and clients too, with a service that’s … Lue lisää
The Health Economics Blog is published by EuropeanHealthEconomics.com, the specialised job board for health economists. It covers job market analysis, career guidance, and employer resources for the global health economics and HEOR community.
For health economists: job market reviews across Europe, North America, and Asia; practical guidance on HEOR roles in pharma and consulting; HTA career trends; and advice on navigating the health economics job search.
For managers of health economics teams: guidance on sourcing qualified health economists and working with freelance health economics professionals.
Stay up to date with the free weekly Terveystaloustiedeen Työpaikat -uutiskirje.
