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epidemiologist
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The Epidemiologist studies the causes and spread of infectious diseases to develop methods for detecting, containing and preventing future outbreaks. Their role is monitoring outbreaks, collecting data, reporting findings to the public and policy makers, and traveling to sites to research, observe and study the outbreak and spread of infectious diseases. Their responsibilities are performing laboratory tests to analyze data, interacting with people to collect disease related data through field research and studies, reporting findings in meetings and presentations, and designing, implementing, advising on, and updating health policies.

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Education you need to become an Epidemiologist

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  • Master Degree in Epidemiology
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    Avg. Duration:20 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,845Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master Degree in Public Health (mph)
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    Avg. Duration:18 monthsAvg. Fees:$27,471Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Psychology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,580Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Biology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,271Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master of Science (m.sc.) in Biostatistics and Epidemiology
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    Avg. Duration:18 monthsAvg. Fees:$19,006Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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Annual Pay Estimate for Epidemiologist and Other Important Info

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6.2 years
$77K
The average years of experience in the workforce prior to having this role
3.86 years
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