PhD Student - Institute for Health Economics and Health Services Research | Doktorand:in (all genders) - Institut für Gesundheitsökonomie und Versorgungsforschung

Job Summary

This part-time (75%) research position at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) offers a unique opportunity to conduct high-level scientific research within the Hamburg Center for Health Economics. The successful candidate will focus on health economic issues, specifically regarding mental health care, cost-effectiveness analyses, and economic evaluations using diverse datasets such as insurance data and cohort studies. Day-to-day responsibilities include processing complex health economic queries, publishing findings in international peer-reviewed journals, and presenting research at global conferences. A standout feature of this role is the opportunity to participate in the DFG Research Training Group focused on the managerial and economic dimensions of healthcare quality. Candidates will benefit from a structured interdisciplinary environment, extensive professional development programs via the UKE Academy, and a family-friendly workplace that prioritizes work-life balance and diversity.