PhD Candidate in Health Economics (On-site)

Job summary

Two full-time, fully financed PhD positions are available at the Danish Centre for Health Economics, focusing on prioritization in health care. The start date is September 1, 2026, or soon thereafter.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in economics, health economics, data science, public health, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in quantitative methods, including statistical analysis and econometrics
• Experience with survey design and preference elicitation techniques is an advantage
• Familiarity with causal inference methods and/or health care data analysis is desirable
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research team
• Previous research experience is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Conduct robust quantitative research on health care prioritization and citizen preference elicitation
• Project 1: Identify and quantify consequences of medical disruptions for patient health and health system performance using causal inference approaches
• Elicit citizens’ valuations of supply security and health improvements through stated preference methods
• Explore efficiency-equity trade-offs and the role of altruism in shaping citizen preferences

Education

Salary and Working Conditions

• A Master’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• PhD students will be employed as PhD fellows with a base salary of DKK 374,912.98, excluding pension contributions. Applications are encouraged from diverse backgrounds.