Health Economics Research Assistant

154 University Ave, Toronto, ON M5H 3Y9, Canada ● 865 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1S 5S8, Canada Req #101

Position: Health Economics Research Assistant

Status: Full time, indefinite

Closing date: June 22, 2024

Salary range: $61,000 to $76,000 per year

CADTH is now Canada's Drug Agency — a pan-Canadian health organization. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization headquartered in Ottawa, with a satellite office in Toronto. Created and funded by Canada's federal, provincial, and territorial governments, we drive better coordination, alignment, and public value within Canada's drug and health technology landscape. We provide Canada's health system leaders with independent evidence and advice so they can make informed drug, health technology, and health system decisions, and we collaborate with national and international partners to enhance our collective impact.

We are proud to be a 2024 National Capital Region Top Employer. This recognition celebrates our dedication to fostering a work environment that nurtures growth; innovation; and inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA). It reaffirms our ongoing efforts to create an outstanding workplace where our employees thrive and feel valued.

Most of our employees participate in a hybrid workspace arrangement that allows for flexibility and enhanced work-life balance. We believe in the positive impact of in-person collaboration and the importance of team building. Added consideration is given to qualified candidates who live near our offices and can participate in a hybrid arrangement. Those applying must be located in Ontario, except in rare circumstances where the employment position is remote.

Primary Focus

Under the direction of the Director, Health Economics, or Manager, Health Economics, the Health Economics Research Assistant is responsible for assisting in the preparation of economic products for Canada's Drug Agency. The major function of this position is to provide scientific support in the conduct of economic research and to assist with the preparation of evidence-based economic assessments of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and other health technologies.

What do the daily responsibilities look like?

On any given day, the Health Economics Research Assistant will:

• assisting in the preparation of economic components of scientific reports (e.g., health technology assessments [HTAs] and formulary reviews) and other economic-specific scientific products by:
  • performing preliminary screening and selecting relevant economic reports and articles from literature searches
  • extracting data (e.g., epidemiological, clinical, and cost data) from studies that are to be included in economic reports or economic evaluations
  • conducting basic statistical analyses and model programming, under supervision
  • performing critical appraisal of economic evaluations, which may involve using validated scales or checklists
  • drafting sections of economics reports according to standardized templates and incorporating feedback from internal and/or external reviewers to produce a final economics report
• conducting analyses of utilization data based on a developed analysis plan, which includes:
  • collecting data from appropriate sources and/or databases
  • performing analyses
  • summarizing and tabulating results

Is this the right role for you?

The Health Economics Research Assistant will likely have:

• The minimum requirement for this position is an undergraduate degree in economics or a health-related discipline plus 1 to 2 years of relevant experience (e.g., work in a health research environment, scientific writing, analysis of datasets).
• strong analytic skills
• attentiveness to detail
• strong oral and written communications skills as well as good interpersonal skills
• ability to perform work as scheduled
• willingness to undertake training in economic evaluations, health economic modelling, systematic reviews or meta-analyses, and other training as required; this may require attendance at university courses or participation in online courses to develop skills
• working well in a team environment as well as independently
• being self-motivated to learn new concepts and methods
• tact and diplomacy, and receptiveness to feedback
• strong organizational skills, plus the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines
• ability to review and select relevant reports and summarize scientific findings clearly and succinctly
• prior experience in a research environment with an understanding of research methods and practical knowledge or research implementation, particularly within health care or life sciences.

What will set you apart?

The following are considered asset qualifications:

• Familiarity with computer programming techniques and languages including R and Visual Basic.
• Fluency in French.

What's in it for you?

At Canada's Drug Agency, you will find:

• a team-focused, supportive, and inclusive work environment
• a competitive compensation package, including participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) — 1 of Canada's largest and most successful defined benefit pension plans
• a comprehensive benefits package for employees and dependents, including health, dental, life, and travel insurance; a health spending account; and an employee assistance program
• paid time off (including a minimum of 4 weeks of vacation leave as well as sick leave and life leave, a December holiday closure, and other leave options)
• opportunities to work with and learn from highly specialized professionals
• personal growth through professional development opportunities, corporate training, and support for continuing education
• a friendly culture that supports community engagement
• the opportunity to make a difference for people living in Canada and effect positive change.

To apply for this position, visit the Careers section of our website . Your résumé must clearly identify how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role. Applications for this opportunity may be used for future staffing vacancies. We thank you for your interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please visit our website regularly for new opportunities.

At Canada's Drug Agency, we actively celebrate, support, and flourish through our differences. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for building the future of health care. We demonstrate a commitment to IDEA through continuous training, modelling inclusive behaviours, and proactively managing biases. We highly encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people of all places of origin and religions, people with disabilities, people who are neurodivergent, people who are Black or racialized, Indigenous people, women, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We also provide accommodations during all phases of the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let the Talent Acquisition team know when they contact you. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note that, as a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to complete a confidential pre-employment background check, including criminal, employment, and educational verifications.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. We regret that we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

• 154 University Ave, Toronto, ON M5H 3Y9, Canada