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 and environments. Epidemiologists perform research,
education, and public health practice in universities, government agencies,
international organizations, and private corporations, epidemiologists 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 diseases, disease outbreaks,
injuries, occupations, and environments.
Educational Requirements:
Students should take the most challenging high school
courses (including AP or IB courses) available in science, math, and Average Salary:
$30,000 - $50,000
English.
Epidemiologists
have, as a minimum, master’s degree in public health. Undergraduate requirements
for admissions into public health graduate programs vary by schools usually
include strong backgrounds in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and or
statistics.
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