Epidemiologist
Duties and
Responsibilities:
Epidemiologists study the frequency and
distribution of diseases within human populations and environments. Specifically,
they measure the incidence and relate it to different characteristics of
populations and environments. Epidemiologists perform research, education, and
public health practice in universities, government agencies, international
organizations, and private corporations. Epidemiologists 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, occupation, 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, master’s
degrees in public health. Undergraduate requirements for admissions into public
health graduate programs vary by schools but usually include strong backgrounds
in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and or statistics.
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