University of Twente

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We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher with a strong quantitative background to work across two strategically connected research projects, addressing some of the most pressing challenges in contemporary Health Technology Assessment (HTA): labour scarcity in healthcare and sustainable healthcare decision-making.

Project 1: Sustainable Cardiac Care – A Forward-Looking HTA Framework

This project develops an integrated, future-oriented HTA framework to evaluate the sustainability of two clinically equivalent procedures for low-complexity multi-vessel coronary artery disease: coronary artery bypass grafting and percutaneous coronary intervention.

The project combines Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA), Discrete-Event Simulation (DES), and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to evaluate clinical, economic, environmental, organizational, and patient-centred outcomes across full patient journeys. Results will inform national decision-making and provide a transferable framework for broader healthcare applications.

Project 2: Better cost estimates for scarce human resources in HTA using the production possibilities frontier

The shortage of qualified personnel already is an issue in Dutch healthcare, and this will only increase in the future. Hence, healthcare innovations need to be evaluated for their impact on use of scarce human resources. In principle, existing methods for cost-effectiveness analysis can do this, but the incorporated costs do not reflect labour scarcity due to labour market failures. In this project, we investigate methods for better estimation of labour costs, reflecting scarcity, by further developing methods from data envelopment analysis. We aim to develop a new method that can be applied in economic evaluations to enhance more efficient use of scarce resources, leading to lower waiting times and/or better care. We will apply the new methodology to two case studies, in mental health and pharmacy care.

Your profile

We are seeking a highly motivated and curious researcher who meets the following criteria:

A completed PhD in applied mathematics, econometrics, operations research, systems engineering, computational modelling, or a closely related quantitative field;

Demonstrated experience with simulation modelling (e.g., discrete-event simulation, agent-based modelling) or advanced statistical/quantitative modelling;

Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, R, or similar);

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams;

Affinity with FAIR data principles and open-source software development;

Excellent communication skills in English.

We encourage you to apply if you meet these criteria and are enthusiastic about contributing to solving healthcare challenges.

Our offer

You will be appointed for a period of 26 months full-time within a very stimulating scientific environment. The university offers a dynamic ecosystem with enthusiastic colleagues;

Gross monthly salary of ranging from € 3.546,- to € 4.728 ,- based on a full-time position, depending on your experience and qualifications;

Excellent benefits including a holiday allowance of 8% of the annual salary, an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%, and a solid pension scheme;

29 holidays per year in case of full-time employment;

Free access to sports facilities on campus;

A family-friendly institution that offers parental leave (both paid and unpaid);

Flexibility to work (partially) from home;

A full status as an employee at the UT, including pension, healthcare benefits and good secondary conditions are part of our collective labour agreement CAO-NU for Dutch universities.

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Postdoc Position in Integrated HTA for Sustainability & Workforce Challenges – University of Twente – Enschede

University of Twente