Epidemiologist

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Duties and Responsibilities

Epidemiologists study the frequency and distribution of diseases within human populations and environments. Specifically, they measure the incidence of disease occurrence and relate it to different characteristics of population and environments. Epidemiologists perform research, education, and public health practice in universities, government agencies, international organizations, and private corporations. Epidemiologist often:

·      Work on developing or refining methods of measuring and evaluating disease occurrences.

·      Develop and recommend public health policy.

·      Study or research chronic diseases, infectious diseases, disease outbreaks, injuries, occupations, and environments.

Average Salary: $30,000-$50,000

Educational Requirements

Students should take the most challenging high school courses (including AP or IB courses) available in science, math, and English. Epidemiologists have, as a minimum masters degrees in public health. Undergraduate requirements for admission into public health graduate programs vary by schools but usually include strong backgrounds in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and or statistics.

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