Welcome to Health Economist Jobs

At Ladders, we host a wide range of high-paying Health Economist jobs. Here, you can explore lucrative career opportunities in the growing field of health economics.

What is a Health Economist?

A Health Economist is a professional who applies economic theories and principles to the health care sector. They analyze health care systems and develop strategies to improve efficiency and accessibility.

Prospects as a Health Economist

The field of health economics is growing with the increasing demand for economical and effective health care solutions. Health Economists play a crucial role in shaping health policies and strategies.

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$95K - $107K *

Design and build APIs that enhance public health operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable data flow in critical systems while mentoring junior engineers and advocating for best practice...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $230K *

Empower transformative research by leading complex statistical projects, providing strategic guidance and fostering innovation within interdisciplinary teams to enhance data-driven decisions and outre...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $160K *

Drive actuarial leadership for value-based healthcare contracts, ensuring accurate settlements, contract support, and risk assessment while producing analytics that inform strategic decisions across c...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $149K *

Transform healthcare data into actionable insights. Drive cost savings and ensure payment accuracy by analyzing claims and collaborating with teams to enhance payment integrity initiatives...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $190K *

Champion data-driven solutions for clinical trials. Develop advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to enhance patient enrollment and streamline trial management while adhering to...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $116K *

Transform data landscapes by developing and enhancing data pipelines, cloud platforms, and analytics solutions while collaborating closely with a dynamic team. Ideal for early-career professionals eag...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $140K *

Reimagine healthcare affordability by leveraging your analytics expertise to identify cost drivers and develop strategies that enhance our economic initiatives, empowering our team to deliver impactfu...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in executing complex projects for government contracts, overseeing deliverables, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with teams, mentor staff, and communicate effectively t...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$116K - $151K *

Lead the charge in delivering statistical expertise for HEOR, RWE, and Market Access initiatives, ensuring compliance while contributing to study design, analysis, and reporting to drive drug developm...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Lead innovative data solutions and drive strategic decisions across analytics. Combine technical expertise with leadership to mentor teams and enhance data strategies while improving post-acute care o...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Drive data-driven decisions as a Data Analyst supporting specialty care programs. Coordinate system integrations and develop insightful dashboards and reports while ensuring alignment with VA objectiv...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Champion innovative research modeling immune-microbe interactions through computational and machine learning techniques in a collaborative environment, connecting diverse scientific disciplines to adv...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leveraging your actuarial expertise. Collaborate across functions to develop innovative strategies that enhance service to the senior population while positively impac...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Champion research advancement by overseeing the management of grants and contracts, ensuring compliance and fiscal accountability from award initiation to closeout while collaborating with faculty and...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $120K *

Empower healthcare organizations by enhancing residency programs, ensuring compliance, and supporting workforce initiatives through expert project management, data analysis, and collaborative problem...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $130K *

Transform the payment ecosystem by acting as a key link between Medicare policies and automated execution. Drive compliance, vendor performance, and implement AI initiatives to revolutionize clinical...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing and optimizing data pipelines in a cloud-based Health IT environment. This hands-on role requires expertise in SQL, Python, and cloud technologies to ensure data quality...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful real-world evidence generation by leading projects and cultivating client relationships. Collaborate with a talented team focused on real-world comparative effectiveness research to en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Research Scientist, where you will lead innovative projects in evidence synthesis. Collaborate with experts while managing deliverables and mentoring junior researchers...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Shape health technology assessments as a Senior Research Scientist. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects, mentor junior researchers, and manage client interactions to deliver impactful evidence synthe...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $113K *

Unlock your potential as you provide analytical and operational support for physician health and safety initiatives, driving strategic decision-making and fostering collaboration among diverse stakeho...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $171K *

Engineer impactful analytics and AI solutions that enhance business operations, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like Azure, Snowflake, and generative AI to drive efficiency, innovation, and growt...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by analyzing and developing acquisition policies that enhance government operations. Leverage extensive knowledge to evaluate existing frameworks and provide actionable recommendation...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$250K - $280K *

Drive strategic healthcare innovation by leading a multidisciplinary team, enhancing project delivery, and fostering client relationships to improve healthcare quality and access while supporting prog...

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Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Unlock your potential by applying advanced data programming skills to healthcare research, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights to improve quality and accessibility in the Medicaid a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Health Economist do?question toggle

    A Health Economist applies economic theories to the health care sector, analyzing health care systems, developing strategies to improve efficiency and accessibility, and often contributing to the formulation of health policies.

  • What qualifications are needed to become a Health Economist?question toggle

    A Bachelor’s degree in economics, health administration, or a related field is required. Many Health Economist roles also require advanced degrees like a Master's or Doctoral degree in health economics, public health, or related fields.

  • What skills are important for a Health Economist?question toggle

    Important skills for Health Economists include analytical skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, and a good understanding of economic theories and health care industry trends.

  • What is the average salary of a Health Economist?question toggle

    The average salary may vary greatly depending on the location and the organization. However, Health Economist jobs listed on Ladders pay over $100,000 per year.