Nature of the Work
  • Epidemiologists investigate and describe the causes and spread of disease, and develop the means for prevention or control.
  • Applied epidemiologists, who usually work for State health agencies, respond to disease outbreaks, determining their causes and helping to contain them.
  • Research epidemiologists study diseases in laboratories and in the field to determine how to prevent future outbreaks.
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Job Outlook
  • A heightened awareness of bioterrorism and rare but infectious diseases, such as West Nile Virus or Avian flu, should spur demand for these workers.
  • There is a shortage of qualified workers for applied epidemiology positions.
  • There is greater competition for jobs as research epidemiologists.
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Related Occupations
  • Biological scientists; Health educators; Medical scientists; Physicians and surgeons;
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Required Degrees
  • Master’s degree from a school of public health.
  • Ph.D. or medical degree
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This career information is drawn from data provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.  
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