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Hire a freelancer health economist for interim project support

All health economics teams can face unforeseen workload challenges. You might have too many projects and feel stretched too thin, or perhaps you’ve taken on a model localisation task in a country where your team lacks expertise. You could also be managing a recruitment gap or preparing to organise work during the maternity leave of a key team member. EuropeanHealthEconomics.com … Read more

Why is it so hard to find a Freelance Health Economist?

The freelance health economics market is constantly shifting

Even for experienced managers, finding the right freelance health economist can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. You’ve worked with freelancers before and are well-connected, yet when an urgent project lands on your desk or you’re managing a workload overflow, no one seems available. Why is it so difficult? The freelance health economics market is constantly shifting. … Read more

Struggling to Keep Up?

Hire a freelance health economist to help with a project

How about hiring a freelancer to help? Are you a health economist managing multiple projects, dealing with deadlines, and working long hours? Balancing many high-priority tasks, preparing for an important call tomorrow, alongside a submission deadline looming next week, might leave you feeling exhausted. Even though you like your work and your colleagues, the sheer workload can push you to … Read more

200,000 Page Views! By Job-Seeking Health Economists

The job board for health economists, 200,000 job ad views.

We are thrilled to share a significant milestone achieved by our Health Economics job board: a remarkable 200,000 page views in just 12 months, accompanied by 39,000 visitors! This growth underscores the platform’s importance and its role in connecting health economists with the right opportunities. Engaged Visitors Exploring New Career Opportunities Our visitors are highly engaged health economists, actively or … Read more

Want to Reach Passive Job-Seeking Health Economists?

Reach Passive Job-Seeking Health Economists

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. … Read more

Invest in R-skills of Your Health Economics Team

R-skills for Your Health Economics Team

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 … Read more

What Education Do You Need for Different Health Economics Roles?

The education requirements for health economics roles

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. … Read more

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2025!

Hello my fellow health economists, As we are closing for Christmas, I wanted to look back on 2024, and share some thoughts about our sector. As I run the specialised job board for health economists, it gives me a pretty good view of what’s happening in our job market. In general there are still plenty of opportunities for health economists, … Read more

Is Excel Dead for Health Economists?

Excel for Health Economists

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 … Read more

Why Learning Tableau Can Advance Your Career as a Health Economist

The Power of Tableau for Health Economists

As a health economist, your role involves navigating complex datasets, extracting insights, and presenting findings that shape healthcare decisions. But what if you could do all of this more efficiently, visually, and with greater clarity? Learning Tableau might just be the career catalyst you’ve been searching for. Here’s why: The Power of Tableau for Health Economists 1️⃣ Transform Complex Data … Read more

Global Health Jobs for Health Economists

Global Health Economics jobs

Are you a health economist looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a global scale? While EuropeanHealthEconomics.com primarily focuses on roles in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, we are proud to offer a dedicated section for Health Economics Jobs in the Global Health Sector. Transforming Global Health with Economics This specialized section features opportunities within NGOs, … Read more

Why Python is Health Economists’ New Best Friend

Why Python is Essential for Health Economists

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 … Read more

Jobs ONLY for Health Economists

Health economics jobs only

When searching for “health economics” roles on general platforms like LinkedIn, you might feel a mix of excitement and frustration. Initially, it seems there are plenty of opportunities. But as you scroll further, you’ll often encounter irrelevant roles like health advisors, public health consultants, or generic economist positions. It’s an inefficient process—one that eats up your time and often leaves … Read more

What does ChatGPT say about EuropeanHealthEconomics.com?

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.

Need a Freelance Health Economist for Your Project?

Freelance health economists

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 … Read more

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