Senior Health Economist (1)

← Back to search results Apply By: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 11:59 pm EDT Senior Health Economist Job ID: 249022 Posting status: Open Organization: Ministry of Health Division: Strategic Policy, Planning & French Language Services Division City: Toronto Position(s) language: English Job term: 1 Temporary (up to 18 months with the possibility of extension) Job code: 7A007 - Policy07 Salary: $92,976.00 - $135,136.00 Per year
Apply now Accessibility support Join the Research, Analysis and Evaluation Branch and contribute your senior-level health economics expertise to advance evidence-informed decision-making across Ontario's health care system. You will conduct and lead complex economic analyses, research, and evaluations to support strategic policy development, health system planning, and initiatives addressing key health challenges facing Ontarians.
The Economic Analysis and Evaluation Unit supports both the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Long-Term Care to achieve the government's goal of evidence-based decision making. The Senior Health Economist will be responsible for supporting requests for health economic advice and analysis, and will work in partnership with ministry program areas, Ontario Health, and external research partners. In this role, the Senior Health Economist will also support evidence-based health system improvements and the adoption of cost-effective health innovation, including supporting the application of evidence within Health Innovation Pathway. About the jobIn this role, you will:
• lead, conduct, and coordinate health economic modelling, health economics analyses and research in support of strategic health system innovations
• integrate multiple sources of research information
• prepare policy papers for, and provide advice to, ministry staff and senior management
• lead, and participate in, working groups What you bring to the team
Knowledge of Health Economics and the Ontario Health Care SystemYou have:
• expertise in theories, concepts, methods and measures in health economics to act as a leading subject advisor
• expertise in the development of complex health economic models to support decision-making
• expertise in acquiring, assessing, adapting and applying health economic research evidence for strategy development, policy development and planning
• demonstrated knowledge of the health care system to understand current health issues
• ability to recognize interdependencies in health care organizations and their impact on the system using systems thinking skills
Research and Analytical SkillsYou can:
• research, utilize and interpret data and information from a variety of sources
• understand and present policy issues in different ways using analytical skills
• evaluate and apply health economics research for strategy and policy development
• demonstrate project leadership skills to plan and implement project plans
• use strategic thinking skills to define the project scope and lead team members to successful project completion
Communication and Relationship Management SkillsYou can:
• use communication and presentation skills, including the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences
• influence the actions of others and lead colleagues on health economics projects
• build partnerships and work effectively with stakeholders and in a team environment
• provide advice in the field of health economics through reports, training materials and briefing papers
Computer SkillsYou can:
• use computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, to prepare documents
• conduct research using the Internet and database applications Don't meet every qualification?If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate! How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibilityWe are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
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What we offerWhy work for the Ontario Public Service?
The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Flexible work arrangements
• Collegial and professional work culture
• Career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• On-the-job training to support your success in the role Additional information: Apply by: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 11:59 pm EDT Position details:

• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 438 University Ave, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation group: Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario Work hours: Schedule 6 Category: Health and Social Services Posted on: Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Note:

• Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
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• C-HL-249022/26

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