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Role Summary * Responsibilities: This role is well-suited to individuals with excellent communication skills who enjoy using mathematics, economics and statistics to problem-solve and answer real w Role Summary Responsibilities: This role is well-suited to individuals with excellent communication skills who enjoy using mathematics, economics and statistics to problem-solve and answer real world questions relating to the economic impact of decisions in healthcare. Applicants should have a genuine interest in the healthcare industry and a strong desire to contribute to this setting Salary: S$4,300 per month Benefits: Hybrid working options, generous holiday allowance, flexible working hours, private medical insurance, comprehensive travel insurance, full funding for external training, and Role Type: Full-time, permanent Start Date: We are currently recruiting for start dates throughout 2022, which occur on a monthly basis. We also welcome applications for start dates in 2023 Location: Singapore office About the Role The Health Economist will be based in our Singapore office, and will work closely with our Asia-Pacific team, as well as collaborating with experts in our UK team. Health Economists produce economic models to inform decisions on the efficient allocation of resources available to healthcare providers, and communicate these insights to a variety of stakeholders in the healthcare industry. Economic models within the realm of healthcare are quantitative assessments of the impact of healthcare treatments, practices and policies, either through cost-effectiveness analyses or separate cost and benefit considerations. These models are typically built in Microsoft Excel, C++, or R, employing universal mathematical and statistical modelling techniques. Your responsibilities will include: Researching and critically appraising medical and economic literature Liaising with external medical professionals Sourcing and determining which model inputs are most suitable for the project Working collaboratively with colleagues across our service offerings (with a specific emphasis on market access and health technology assessment projects) Understanding the theoretical health economic framework and apply this to the project at hand Building high-quality, technically robust and clinically valid models in Microsoft Excel or other software Reviewing models built for other settings and suggesting modifications that may be required Interpreting and analysing model results, producing technically accurate written reports of methodologies and outcomes Career Profile To learn more about the tailored career progression we offer at Costello Medical, please click below to read about Naomi's progression to the position of the Consultant Health Economist role, after joining the company as a Health Economist Intern in 2018: Requirements About You Qualities and experience required include: A degree level or higher qualification in a relevant discipline (minimum 2.1, GPA 4 or CAP 4). Relevant disciplines are those that demonstrate a high level of technical and mathematical ability, such as mathematics, economics, physics or computer science. Formal degree-level or higher (i.e. postgraduate) training in statistics or modelling is desirable, though not required. However, applicants should feel comfortable with statistical concepts. Advanced skills in Excel and familiarity with other software (such as R, C++, STATA) are desirable but are not required however, a willingness to learn new technical and programming skills is important for the role Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to explain complex modelling techniques and results to non-experts The ability to use your initiative and work independently, in addition to working collaboratively within project teams A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail Flexibility to respond to changing deadlines Experience of having applied economic and mathematical modelling techniques in an industry setting would be desirable, but is not essential. We are currently interested in receiving applications both from individuals with and without prior industry experience Benefits About Costello Medical Costello Medical is a rapidly growing global healthcare agency specialising in medical communications, market access and health economic and outcomes research. We work with a wide range of clients, including the industry's most successful pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, patient and public health bodies and charitable organisations. Our lasting client partnerships create a direct and measurable impact on the successful launch of novel therapies and devices across a wide range of disease areas. Our vision is to be a community of the very best people, constantly challenging ourselves to make meaningful and outstanding contributions to improving healthcare. We are committed to our company values which are central to creating our fun, friendly and innovative workplace in which we strive to deliver the highest standards of quality. As a result, we have been listed in for five consecutive years. On 27th May 2022 Costello Medical received its certification as a B Corporation. We are really proud of this achievement as it demonstrates that Costello Medical is meeting the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance. We underwent a rigorous assessment that covered the whole of our business including employee benefits, charitable giving and sustainability. We believe this certification is external validation of our mission to be a force for good. The Recruitment Process Our recruitment process includes a telephone interview with a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Following this, you will also be sent a written assessment. If successful, you will be invited to an interview which will be followed by a proofreading assessment directly afterwards. Our standard recruitment process lasts around 4 weeks however, this is adapted if necessary. We are currently recruiting for start dates throughout 2022, which occur on a monthly basis. We also welcome applications for start dates in 2023. You will be asked to state your availability on your application form. Whilst there are no set application deadlines, we strongly recommend applying as early as possible so that we can begin processing your application. The role may close when suitable candidates are found. Please note that this role is available in our Singapore office. On 27th May 2022 Costello Medical received its certification as a . We are really proud of this achievement as it demonstrates that Costello Medical is meeting the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance. We underwent a rigorous assessment that covered the whole of our business including employee benefits, charitable giving and sustainability. We believe this certification is external validation of our mission to be a force for good. What We Offer A starting salary of S$4,300 per month. however we may be able to offer a higher starting salary for more experienced candidates. Salary increases are typically awarded annually and again on promotion, which can be achieved in as little as 12 months 18 days' annual leave plus public holidays Private medical insurance Flexible benefits scheme offering additional holiday, cash payments and wellbeing benefits Paid study leave and funding for external qualifications Comprehensive travel insurance Flexible working hours Regular company-funded social activities Please click here to learn about our reward package and the other benefits of working for Costello Medical: How to Apply You are required to submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application form below. In your cover letter, you must explain why you think you would be suited to the role and why you would like to join Costello Medical. Your CV should clearly state dates of all qualifications and grades achieved where applicable. Please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [HIDDEN TEXT] if you have any questions about the role or application process. https://apply.workable.com/costello-medical/j/38C452D74E/ Visa Sponsorship We can support Employment Pass applications for eligible candidates for our Health Economist role. You will be asked to provide details of your right to work in Singapore within your application, however this will have no impact on the processing of your application.