Epidemiologist
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Epidemiologists study the patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions in defined populations. They play a critical role in public health by investigating outbreaks, monitoring disease trends, and implementing prevention strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Designing and conducting epidemiological studies.
- Collecting and analyzing data related to health outcomes.
- Investigating disease outbreaks and identifying risk factors.
- Developing and implementing public health interventions.
- Communicating findings to policymakers, healthcare providers, and the public.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in public health, epidemiology, or a related field (minimum).
- Master’s degree or Ph.D. in epidemiology or a related field (often required for research positions, managing labs, and policy development).
Career Pathways
- Epidemiologist
- Director of Epidemiology
- Faculty Position in Academia
Related Organizations and Employers
- Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists: CSTE
- The Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America: SHEA
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): CDC Careers
- World Health Organization (WHO): WHO Careers
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