Senior Health Economist

Shortlisting and interviews will happen on a rolling basis so early application is encouraged. We may close this vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Symmetron is a health economics and outcomes research consultancy with over 15 years of business activity in health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), providing solutions for major pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers worldwide. We promote a culture of creativity, independent thinking, team-work and scientific excellence.

We are committed to the personal development of our employees and offer excellent training and career development opportunities, inclusive of opportunities to pursue research interests. Our company offers a very competitive base salary, access to a bonus scheme and excellent benefits.

We are looking for a Senior Health Economist with exceptional attention to detail to join our team. This job is an opportunity for a driven, enthusiastic individual with a keen interest in the technical application of health economic research methods, while advancing their project management, leadership and strategic consulting skills. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the delivery of high-quality economic models and critique of the evidence to understand the value of new medical advancements. The successful candidate will participate in all aspects of health economic research, performing clinical and economic evidence review, synthesis of inputs (inclusive of survival analysis and network meta-analysis), model development and communication. Thought leadership is encouraged, with opportunities to pursue research interests, attend conferences and publication.

• Design, develop and adapt economic models using international best practice guidelines, supervising the day-to-day activities of less experienced health economists working alongside you.
• Review and critically appraise health economic evidence.
• Work with systematic reviewing colleagues to scope new projects, as well as advise on protocols and search strategies to identify necessary evidence for health economic models.
• Be responsible for the development of slide decks, study reports, manuscripts, posters and other publications related to health economics and outcomes research.
• Confidently interact with clients on a regular basis, being able to provide written clarification to technical queries, present methods and results at client meetings.
• Be responsible for the day-to-day management of projects and for quality assurance activities (i.e. so that deliverables are provided at an excellent standard).
• Provide support or leadership on components of business development activities, including development of proposals for new projects.
• Proactively undertake continuous professional development and learning activities, including assisting, mentoring or line managing other team members.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the organisation's overall business objectives.

• Professional experience of applying health economic and mathematical modelling techniques in a commercial or academic setting.
• Excellent technical expertise in the development, audit and critical assessment of health economic evaluation and models, with advanced skills in Excel (including experience of VBA).
• A genuine interest and good understanding of statistical concepts and critical review of scientific literature.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the evidentiary requirements for submissions to health technology assessment (HTA) bodies (e.g. the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with a wide-ranging audience and explain complex modelling techniques and results.
• Excellent writing skills (development of presentations, reports, dossiers, manuscripts).
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail, along with the ability to maintain high quality deliverables given competing demands and changing deadlines.
• An organised and methodological approach to planning and delivering work of high quality, taking responsibility for management of small projects or subcomponents of larger projects.
• Strong quantitative, critical thinking and analytical skills, and able to review and assimilate large amounts of scientific information under a deadline.
• Ability to in a team-oriented environment and independently, taking responsibility for assigned project work, with effective delegation and/or supervision of tasks undertaken by other team members.
• High self-motivation, can-do attitude, optimistic outlook and leadership ability.
• Initiative to learn new skills, and develop the skill set of others with less experience.
• Excellent computer literacy, and proficiency using Microsoft Office and reference management software.

These are nice-to-have skills. Candidates who do not fulfil these requirements but are interested in this role are encouraged to apply.

• Experience conducting systematic reviews and/or meta-analyses.
• Experience with statistical and economic modelling software (e.g. R, Treeage, WinBUGS, SAS, Stata).
• Understanding of advanced statistical methods and concepts for evidence synthesis or modelling, e.g. indirect treatment comparison and network meta-analysis methods, survival analysis.
• Project management experience.
• Experience in and/or knowledge of clinical processes or trials.
• Interest in publication and conference attendance, with some publication history.
• Mentorship or line management experience.
• Business development experience.
  

• Candidates successful in this first round will be contacted to attend an introductory phone call with a member of the Symmetron health economics team.

Please note:

• This job is a full-time position based in our offices in Central London. Working from home is supported and organised around staff roles and responsibilities.
• No agencies, please.