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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A Common Assumption Among HR Professionals: Many human resource professionals recruiting health economists rely on the reputation of their companies to attract top talent. It’s not uncommon to hear statements like, “Our company is a leader in pharmaceuticals, and our career page draws experienced health economists just fine.” However, this confidence is often misplaced. When the role remains unfilled after … Läs mer
Have you received a new global health economic model? It has a slick dashboard and fancy graphs. And best of all, you only need to fill in a “few” local input parameters, and it should work and be accepted in every country in Europe, right? Well, as you know, most of the time, this is not the case. Here is … Läs mer
Excel VBA is over 30 years old. It’s still supported, but it’s not getting significant updates anymore. Yet, many of us, as health economists, use VBA weekly. So, why does Excel VBA continue to be our go-to tool for building health economics models? Let me share my thoughts. Excel is widely used across both academia and industry, and most of … Läs mer
Are you considering studying health economics in Europe? You are in the right place! Health economics is a growing field that is essential for the effective management of healthcare systems and resources worldwide. Europe is home to many world-renowned universities that offer excellent health economics programmes, and we have compiled a list of 15 to help you find the right … Läs mer
Is a key member of your health economics team going on maternity leave? Her projects, submissions, and deadlines do not stop. Finding a health economist with the right profile who can step in and contribute quickly is harder than you may think. Already know you need a freelancer for maternity cover? Tell us what you need and we will connect … Läs mer
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 … Läs mer
Pursuing a PhD or any research degree is hard work. However, there are ways to make it slightly less hard. Here are the seven secrets we’ve learned from working with thousands of research students all over the world, specifically tailored for those in Health Economics. 1. The Care And Maintenance Of Your Supervisor Your role is to actively ensure … Läs mer
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 … Läs mer
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: … Läs mer
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 … Läs mer
Hello everyone, I’m excited to announce that our weekly Health Economics Job Newsletter has reached a new milestone. It has now over 2,000 subscribers! Thank you for subscribing and using our the job board of EuropeanHealthEconomics.com.For health economists – By health economists. I’m Jari from EuropeanHealthEconomics. com. I’m the health economist running the job board for you. With this video, … Läs mer
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. … Läs mer
Are you aware that EuropeanHealthEconomics.com has started to intermediate freelance health economics projects? We are thrilled to announce the upcoming weekly feature: “Spotlighting Freelance Health Economists.” Our goal is to connect companies in need of freelance health economics expertise with top-tier freelancers available for projects. To kick things off, we invite you to watch a brief video by Jari Kempers. … Läs mer
Considering a career in health economics? This field, a vital intersection of healthcare, economics, and policy, offers a rich landscape for professionals passionate about making a significant impact on healthcare systems. As you contemplate this career path, here’s some essential advice to guide your journey. Educational Foundation A master’s degree in health economics is often the gateway to entering the … Läs mer
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 … Läs mer
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 Nyhetsbrevet om jobb inom hälsoekonomi.
