Summary
The Prescription Drug Misuse Education and Research (PREMIER) Center at the University of Houston College of Pharmacy is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Health Economics and Modeling. This 12-month full-time fellowship offers comprehensive training and hands-on research experience in health economic evaluation, decision modeling, and real-world data analysis under the mentorship of multidisciplinary faculty. Fellows are strongly encouraged and supported to develop independent research initiatives and career development grant applications.
Overview & Job Details
| Attribute | Details |
| Designation | Post Doctoral Fellow |
| Department / Center | PREMIER Center (College of Pharmacy) |
| Institution | University of Houston |
| Job ID / Requisition | 496766 |
| Employment Type | Full-Time (12-Month Appointment) |
| Salary Range | $49,400 – $56,200 |
| Location | Houston, Texas, United States |
| Research Area | Health Economics, Decision Modeling, Outcomes Research & Prescription Drug Misuse |
| Last Date to Apply | Open until filled / Not specified (Early application is encouraged) |
Research Area
- Field: Health Economics, Decision Science, and Pharmacoeconomics.
- Focus Areas: Decision-analytic simulation modeling (Markov models, microsimulation, agent-based models), cost-effectiveness analysis, healthcare utilization, large real-world database analysis, and translational research in prescription drug misuse.
Location
- City/State: Houston, Texas, United States
- Campus: University of Houston (College of Pharmacy)
Eligibility & Qualifications
- Education: A Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree) in Health Economics, Decision Science, Epidemiology, Public Health, or a closely related field by the start of the fellowship.
- Experience: No minimum prior postdoctoral experience required.
- Technical Skills:
- Working knowledge of statistical software (such as R, SAS, or Stata).
- Working knowledge of disease modeling platforms (such as TreeAge, AnyLogic, etc.).
- Desirable Experience:
- Background in biostatistics, simulation modeling, or large real-world database analysis.
- Experience in clinical and/or translational research.
- Research experience aligned with the PREMIER Center’s mission.
- Background Check: All positions are security-sensitive and require a standard criminal history background check.
Job Description & Responsibilities
- Modeling & Simulation: Design, develop, and validate decision-analytic simulation models (e.g., decision trees, Markov models, microsimulation, and agent-based models) to carry out cost-effectiveness and health economic evaluations.
- Data Analysis: Lead biostatistical and econometric analyses using economic, healthcare utilization, and large real-world observational datasets.
- Evidence Synthesis: Conduct systematic literature reviews and meta-analyses.
- Dissemination: Draft scientific abstracts, comprehensive technical reports, and peer-reviewed manuscripts; present findings at national/international scientific conferences.
- Grant Writing & Project Management: Assist with research grant proposals and career development applications; manage and review project progress and evaluate research outcomes.
How to Apply
- Prepare your application materials as a single PDF document, including:
- Cover Letter: Detailing your research interests and reasons for seeking this postdoctoral fellowship.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): Comprehensive academic and research background.
- References: Contact information for three professional references.
- Submit your application online via the University of Houston Careers Portal.
Last Date for Apply
- Deadline: Open Until Filled
