Epidemiologist

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Epidemiologists study the frequency and distribution of diseases with human population 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 practices in universities, government agencies, 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 disease, infectious disease, 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 course) available in science, math, and English.

Epidemiologists have, as a minimum, master’s degree in public health. Undergraduate requirements for admissions into vary by school but usually include strong background in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and or statistics.  

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