Career Outlook

No matter where you want to practice, there is a high demand for individuals with a pharmacoeconomic background.

Mariam Anderson

Online Education Bridging Theory and Practice

Mariam Anderson, Ph.D., M.S.

"The online POP graduate program provided an opportunity for me to simultaneously gain deep insight into Managed Care Pharmacy Systems and Pharmacoeconomics. I was able to directly apply my knowledge while working as a Medical Science and Outcomes Lead by working with the HEOR department on a publication analyzing a product's cost-effectiveness. Now as a Payer Liaison, I can apply my understanding of managed care pharmacy systems to best support the clinical value proposition for a product. This program offered foundational knowledge that is indispensable for navigating through the pharmaceutical industry, and most importantly it was interactive and fun!"


Why Pharmacoeconomics?

US Bureau of Labor Statistics Report

Growing 8% faster than other sectors

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reports employment growth in the field of pharmacoeconomics to be 8% higher than the average sector. Read the full report for national employment numbers, wage statistics, and an interview with Juan-David Rueda, a global manager of health economics at a pharmaceutical company.

HealthEconomics.com, Global Salary Survey, 2024

Pharmaceutical HEOR — an in-demand field with high salaries

The average base salary for HEOR professionals working in the pharmaceutical industry is $177,500 according to a 2024 survey.

Chris Dongsun Kim

From Operations to Quality Leadership

Chris (Dongsun) Kim, Pharm.D., M.S.

"My Master’s in Pharmacoeconomics was a pivotal experience that reshaped both my knowledge and career. It deepened my expertise in managed care, sharpening my ability to evaluate healthcare delivery, cost-effectiveness, and real-world outcomes in my current role at a national insurer. Beyond the academic rigor, it provided the critical analytical tools needed to navigate today’s complex healthcare landscape. Most importantly, it opened the door for a career transition from an operational role to a quality role within the organization, allowing me to put the learned skill sets into practice and pursue a path truly aligned with my aspirations."

UF Alumni Statistics

58% of graduates are promoted within one year of graduation

81% of graduates are promoted within two years of graduation

Top Alumni Sectors

  • Pharmaceutical industry
  • Consulting company
  • Managed care organization


“I absolutely believe that this degree helped me get promoted even before graduating. When I finished and was looking to move companies, I was able to secure a director level position with a higher salary. I moved from a regional Health Outcomes Liaison position with my previous employer to a National Heath Outcomes Liaison with GSK.”


-Parastoo Rezai, Pharm.D., M.S., BCPS

National Health Outcomes, GSK

Common Roles in Pharmacoeconomics

  • Health Outcomes Liaison – Learn More
  • Research Scientist – Economics Modeling
  • Clinical Consultant
  • Health Economics Research (HEOR) Manager
  • Market Access Director
  • Real-World Evidence Researcher
  • Health Care Outcomes Pharmacist
  • Pharmacoeconomics Specialist
  • Managed Care Scientific Liaison
  • Clinical Value & Outcomes Manager
  • Field Reimbursement Manager – Learn More

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