Application and development of discrete choice experiments in health economics: beyond the frontier

The Health Economic Research Unit (HERU) is internationally recognised for the excellence of its research in the development and application of discrete choice experiment (DCE) methodology. DCEs are commonly used in applied economics to observe how individuals choose among multi-attribute products/services (e.g. choice between two competing treatments). We welcome PhD proposals exploring the development and application of DCEs in health economics. We encourage interested individuals to visit the Methods of Benefit Valuation theme on the HERU website for more information on our methodological areas of interest. Proposals on shared decision making, health information processing, doctor-patient relationship and incentive compatibility of stated preferences are encouraged.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

This project is advertised in relation to the research areas of the APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCE. Formal applications can be completed online: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/pgap/login.php; You should apply for Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Health Science, to ensure that your application is passed to the correct person for processing.

NOTE CLEARLY THE NAME OF THE SUPERVISOR and EXACT PROJECT TITLE ON THE APPLICATION FORM. IF YOU DO NOT MENTION IAHS STUDENTSHIP ON YOUR APPLICATION THEN IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE STUDENTSHIP. Applicants are limited to applying for a maximum of 3 applications for funded projects. Any further applications received will be automatically withdrawn.

Informal inquiries can be made to Professor Mandy Ryan ([Email Address Removed]) with a copy of your curriculum vitae and cover letter indicating your interest in the project and why you wish to undertake it. All general enquiries should be directed to the Postgraduate Research School ([Email Address Removed]).