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Epidemiologists

Median Salary
81,390
Job Outlook
+19%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, or health outcomes. May develop the means for prevention and control.

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What is the job outlook?

Employment of epidemiologists is projected to grow 19 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 800 openings for epidemiologists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$52,700

10%

$81,390

Median

$107,400

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Master's degree

    66%

  • Post-doctoral training

    22%

  • Doctoral degree

    11%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Environmental Health
  • Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology
  • Epidemiology
  • Medical Science/Scientist
  • Epidemiology and Biostatistics
  • Infectious Disease and Global Health

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Biology
  • Mathematics
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Education and Training
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.