Job advertisement: Health Economics Research Assistant
Are you the type of person who often thinks about how things could be done better? Do you like exploring statistics, and searching for answers to interesting questions? Have you thought about a career as a researcher?
Read the job advertisement for a Research Assistant in Health Economics to get an idea of what this kind of role involves, and what employers look for in applicants.
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Health Economics Research Assistant
Nova University, Victoria, Australia
- Entry level
- Higher Education
- Melbourne – online and on site
Working hours: This is a full-time position, part-time may be considered by negotiation; Fixed term* for 12 months
Faculty: Health and Biomedical Sciences
Salary: $75,300 – $102,163 (range) plus 17% super
We are seeking to fill a position in the Economics Research team at the Centre for Health Economics Research and Policy (CHERP). The position offers the opportunity to work on various projects within the field of economic evaluation, collaborating with specialists and clinical studies in infectious disease intervention and global health.
As part of the Economics Research team, the successful applicant will be expected to support and contribute to a program of health economics research under the direction of senior researchers.
Key Selection Criteria
- Strong quantitative research skills
- A tertiary qualification in a quantitative discipline* or a health-related discipline with a demonstrated interest in pursuing economic research.
- Demonstrated high-level communication skills (written and verbal)
- A demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, both online and in person
If you feel this role is right for you, please submit your application by uploading your CV and a cover letter responding to the Key Selection Criteria.*
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