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Senior Economist

Government of Alberta · Primary and Preventative Health Services

This job in plain words

This temporary full-time job in Edmonton helps the Ministry of Primary and Preventative Health Services use economic analysis, forecasts and advanced data work to guide health decisions. The role includes evaluating health programs and spending, and it is open to anyone who meets the requirements.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the minimum requirements can apply. The posting does not state citizenship or work permit rules.

Education
Bachelor's degree · University degree in a related field, such as economics, health economics, public health administration, statistics or mathematics.
Experience
Four years of postgraduate, progressively responsible related experience, or equivalent education.
Job type
Full time, temporary, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Positions expected to end on or before August 2027.

What they ask for:

  • University degree in a related field, such as economics or statistics.
  • Four years of postgraduate, progressively responsible related experience.
  • Education and experience can be swapped year for year, as described in the posting.
  • Experience with economic or econometric analysis using statistical software.
  • Experience writing narrative or statistical reports.
  • Knowledge of health data and Alberta health databases is an asset.

What you would do

  • Conduct economic analysis of health policies, programs and investments.
  • Develop economic models and forecasts for health planning.
  • Evaluate program effectiveness with cost-benefit and cost-effectiveness analyses.
  • Give strategic advice on health spending and fiscal sustainability.
  • Compare jurisdictions and analyze policy to guide decisions.
  • Identify health cost drivers and emerging trends.

How to apply

Apply online through the official job posting. Include a resume that shows months and years for all education and work experience.

Good to know:

  • The job is in the office in downtown Edmonton.
  • Final candidates may need pre-employment checks, such as reference, criminal record or academic checks.
  • Candidates pay their own costs for required checks and interview travel.
  • This competition may be used to fill similar vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or a lower level.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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