Research Associate in Health Policy / Economics Modelling

Join Us to Shape the Future of Health Policy in Europe!

Are you passionate about using cutting-edge research to drive real change in public health? Do you want to work on one of the most ambitious European health initiatives tackling non-communicable diseases (NCDs)?

The Centre for Health Economics & Policy Innovation (CHEPI) at Imperial College London is seeking a Research Associate in Health Policy / Economics Modelling to contribute to its growing programme of work on fiscal and regulatory measures for NCD prevention, particularly through JA Prevent NCD, a major European Commission-funded Joint Action. Your work will help shape policies that directly impact millions of people across Europe.

Why This Role Matters

This is not just another research position. It’s an opportunity to work at the intersection of policy, economics, and public health—supporting the development and application of advanced modelling tools, including but not limited to Health-GPS, to generate evidence on the impact of fiscal interventions such as health taxation and regulation.

You’ll contribute to projects that inform policy decisions at national and European levels, collaborating with leading academics, policy institutions, and stakeholders from across the continent.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to CHEPI’s programme of work on fiscal and regulatory policy design and evaluation.
• Develop and enhance modelling tools such as Health-GPS to assess the impact of policies related to tobacco, alcohol, unhealthy food, and environmental risk factors.
• Co-design and analyse policy scenarios in collaboration with international partners.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders.
• Participate in knowledge exchange and capacity-building activities across Europe

What We’re Looking For

We need a curious, driven, and analytical researcher who thrives in a dynamic setting. Ideal candidates will have:

• A PhD (or near completion) in health economics, epidemiology, public health, data science, or a related field.
• Experience in microsimulation modelling or similar computational approaches.
• A solid understanding of public health policy and fiscal frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging both technical and policy audiences.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work – Your research will inform real policy decisions improving population health.
• International Collaboration – Join pan-European projects and work with top institutions and policy actors.
• Professional Growth – Gain experience at the forefront of interdisciplinary policy research.
• World-Class Institution – Be part of Imperial College London, a global leader in research and innovation.

How to Apply

Interested? Please click 'Apply' today! Submit:

• A cover letter detailing your experience and motivation.
• Your CV.
• Contact details for two referees.

Join us and be at the forefront of shaping health policy for a healthier future.

This is a full time, fixed term position for 24 months (possibility to extend) based from Imperial's South Kensington campus (hybrid).

Further Information

If you require any further details on the role please contact:

Prof. Franco Sassi (f.sassi@imperial.ac.uk)

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