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Health Technology Assessment Advisor - Health Economist
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Pharmac
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Closing date: 12 Jul 2026 17:00 | Work Type: Permanent full-time | Salary range: 89868 - 121330
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Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Advisor – Health Economics
Make evidence count. Help improve health outcomes for New Zealanders
Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga is looking for a Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Advisor – Health Economics to join our Pharmaceutical Assessment team. In this role, you’ll help ensure decisions about medicines and medical devices are informed by robust clinical, epidemiological, and economic evidence.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys analytical work, clear writing, and contributing to meaningful public health decisions.
What you’ll be doing
Supporting the assessment of medicines and/or medical devices using clinical and economic evidence
Reviewing, synthesising, and critically appraising published evidence
Contributing to health economic reports, Factors for Consideration summaries, literature reviews, and other key deliverables of the health economics team
Working closely with health economists, clinicians, and other internal and external experts
What we’re looking for
A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience
Experience or strong capability in health technology assessment or evidence-based analysis
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly
Strong organisation and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Background in GRADE or other systematic review or risk of bias tools is an advantage
An understanding of, or interest in developing skills in, health economics and the NZ health system
Application Process
As part of the recruitment process for this role we may do an initial phone call, prior to candidates being offered an interview.
Should you be shortlisted for this role, you will be asked to complete a written exercise. Further information about this will be shared with shortlisted candidates.
About Pharmac Te Pātaka Whaioranga | Ētahi kōrero mō Te Pātaka Whaioranga
At Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga we endeavour to deliver the best health outcomes for all New Zealanders through investment in medicines and medical devices.
We are a close-knit whānau with around 190 kaimahi. We take pride in what we do, work hard, and have fun along the way.
Our values | ngā uruatanga, ground our behaviour and guide our thinking:
Whakarongo - we listen with intent and empathy to understand
Tūhono - we connect with people, communities, the health system and each other
Wānanga - we draw on evidence and people's experiences to improve
Māia - we challenge ourselves
Kaitiakitanga - we safeguard wellbeing for New Zealanders, now and for the future
Joining Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga
We are a whānau centred organisation and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work life balance. To support our kaimahi and their whānau we offer:
Five weeks annual leave
Additional paid leave for our end of year close-down period
An annual $500 hauora payment for eligible kaimahi
Health Insurance corporate discount with Southern Cross
Paid Parental Leave support in addition to minimum legislative requirements.
Hybrid working - work from home up to two days per week.
At Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga we welcome all staff with a mihi whakatau during their first month. For kaimahi Māori, we offer mihi whakatau on your first day, where your whānau and manuhiri are welcome to attend. As you come through our waharoa, you will be welcomed into our support network.
The salary range for this position is $89,868 - $121,330. Most new starters are typically appointed up to the midpoint of the range, depending on the knowledge, skills and experience they bring to the role.
We strive to represent Aotearoa and the diverse communities we serve. We are committed to championing workplace inclusion and acknowledge that in order to do their best work, we must foster an environment where people are comfortable to be themselves and work in a way that best suits their individual needs.
We will be reviewing applications as they come in and look forward to receiving yours.
Job details
Reference # 16583
Posted on 26 Jun 2026
Closes on 12 Jul 2026 17:00
Expertise Economics
Job level(s) Graduate, Experienced
Work type(s) Permanent full-time
Closing date: 12 Jul 2026 17:00 | Work Type: Permanent full-time | Salary range: 89868 - 121330
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Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Advisor – Health Economics
Make evidence count. Help improve health outcomes for New Zealanders
Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga is looking for a Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Advisor – Health Economics to join our Pharmaceutical Assessment team. In this role, you’ll help ensure decisions about medicines and medical devices are informed by robust clinical, epidemiological, and economic evidence.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys analytical work, clear writing, and contributing to meaningful public health decisions.
What you’ll be doing
Supporting the assessment of medicines and/or medical devices using clinical and economic evidence
Reviewing, synthesising, and critically appraising published evidence
Contributing to health economic reports, Factors for Consideration summaries, literature reviews, and other key deliverables of the health economics team
Working closely with health economists, clinicians, and other internal and external experts
What we’re looking for
A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience
Experience or strong capability in health technology assessment or evidence-based analysis
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly
Strong organisation and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Background in GRADE or other systematic review or risk of bias tools is an advantage
An understanding of, or interest in developing skills in, health economics and the NZ health system
Application Process
As part of the recruitment process for this role we may do an initial phone call, prior to candidates being offered an interview.
Should you be shortlisted for this role, you will be asked to complete a written exercise. Further information about this will be shared with shortlisted candidates.
About Pharmac Te Pātaka Whaioranga | Ētahi kōrero mō Te Pātaka Whaioranga
At Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga we endeavour to deliver the best health outcomes for all New Zealanders through investment in medicines and medical devices.
We are a close-knit whānau with around 190 kaimahi. We take pride in what we do, work hard, and have fun along the way.
Our values | ngā uruatanga, ground our behaviour and guide our thinking:
Whakarongo - we listen with intent and empathy to understand
Tūhono - we connect with people, communities, the health system and each other
Wānanga - we draw on evidence and people's experiences to improve
Māia - we challenge ourselves
Kaitiakitanga - we safeguard wellbeing for New Zealanders, now and for the future
Joining Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga
We are a whānau centred organisation and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work life balance. To support our kaimahi and their whānau we offer:
Five weeks annual leave
Additional paid leave for our end of year close-down period
An annual $500 hauora payment for eligible kaimahi
Health Insurance corporate discount with Southern Cross
Paid Parental Leave support in addition to minimum legislative requirements.
Hybrid working - work from home up to two days per week.
At Pharmac | Te Pātaka Whaioranga we welcome all staff with a mihi whakatau during their first month. For kaimahi Māori, we offer mihi whakatau on your first day, where your whānau and manuhiri are welcome to attend. As you come through our waharoa, you will be welcomed into our support network.
The salary range for this position is $89,868 - $121,330. Most new starters are typically appointed up to the midpoint of the range, depending on the knowledge, skills and experience they bring to the role.
We strive to represent Aotearoa and the diverse communities we serve. We are committed to championing workplace inclusion and acknowledge that in order to do their best work, we must foster an environment where people are comfortable to be themselves and work in a way that best suits their individual needs.
We will be reviewing applications as they come in and look forward to receiving yours.
Job details
Reference # 16583
Posted on 26 Jun 2026
Closes on 12 Jul 2026 17:00
Expertise Economics
Job level(s) Graduate, Experienced
Work type(s) Permanent full-time
