Health Economist

Overview

Health Economists at Costello Medical develop 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.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for developing economic models to inform decisions on the efficient allocation of resources available to healthcare providers, and communicating these insights to a variety of stakeholders
• Research and critically appraise medical and economic literature
• Liaise with external medical professionals
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across healthcare disciplines
• Understand the theoretical health economic framework and apply this to the project at hand
• Build high-quality, technically robust and clinically valid models in Microsoft Excel or other software
• Interpret and analyse model results, producing technically accurate written reports of methodologies and outcomes

Qualifications

Essential requirements

• An undergraduate degree level qualification in a relevant discipline (minimum CAP 4/5 or equivalent). Relevant disciplines include mathematics, economics, physics, statistics or computer science
• A-level in Mathematics (minimum B grade or equivalent)
• Advanced skills in Excel and knowledge of VBA; willingness to learn and improve technical and programming skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to explain complex modelling techniques and results to non-experts
• Ability to work independently and within project teams
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills and flexibility to meet deadlines
• Integrity and a proactive approach to work

Desired

• Formal degree-level or higher training in statistics or modelling (minimum CAP 4/5 or equivalent)
• Familiarity with other software such as R, C++, STATA
• Experience applying economic and mathematical modelling techniques in an industry setting

Benefits

• Starting salary of S$4,500 per month, with increases for higher qualifications
• 18 days' annual leave plus public holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible benefits scheme including 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

About Costello Medical

Costello Medical is a global healthcare agency specialising in medical communications, market access and health economic and outcomes research. We work with pharmaceutical and medical technology clients, patient and public health bodies and charitable organisations. Our mission is to be a force for good in improving healthcare.

Recruitment process

Our recruitment process includes a video interview, a technical and proofreading assessment, and an interview with a short presentation. The standard process lasts around 6 weeks and can be adapted as needed. We are an equal opportunity employer and can provide reasonable adjustments on request. Start dates from Q1 2026 and onwards; you will be asked to state availability on your application. The role is based in Singapore.

What We Offer

• A starting salary of S$4,500 per month; increases to S$4,700 for master's, and S$5,000 for PhD holders
• 18 days' annual leave plus public holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible benefits scheme with 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

How to apply

Submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application form. In your cover letter, explain why you are suited to the role with examples. If your cover letter appears to be AI-generated, your application may be disqualified. Your CV should clearly state qualification dates and grades. For questions, contact

Visa sponsorship

We are unable to support work pass applications for this role; you will need the right to work in Singapore independently from the company.

Location: Singapore office. For more information about offices, please visit our careers page.

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