Epidemiologist
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 populations and environments. Epidemiologists perform research, education,
and public health practice in universities, government agencies, international
organizations, and private corporations. Epidemiologist often:
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Work on developing or refining methods of measuring
and evaluating disease occurrences.
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Develop and recommend public health policy.
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Study or research chronic diseases, 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 courses) available in science, math, and English.
Epidemiologists have, as a minimum, master’s degree 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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