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PH Epidemiologist 1
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What they do
An Epidemiologist collects information and investigates diseases, infections or other health problems that appear in a community. Analyzes data gathered from surveys, interviews, observations or samples, and reports findings. May direct studies of public health problems and advise on ways to prevent or treat problems or reduce risks.
$86,830 / year median in Georgia
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Under supervision, plans, develops, and conducts epidemiologic investigations, surveillance and interventions limited in scope and/or complexity to determine the causes of diseases and implement methods of disease control. Collects, analyzes, and interprets statistical data and prepares epidemiologic reports. Master's degree in public health or closely related field from an accredited college or university OR bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university AND two years of experience performing epidemiologic work or work in a closely related field. Use statistical analysis programs such as R, SPSS, Stata, or SAS is highly recommended. We offer 13 paid holidays, 3 weeks each of annual and sick leave per year. A defined benefit retirement plan with matching 401k; fully ested after 10 years of full-time employment. In addition, the following benefit options are available: medical, dental, vision, legal, healthcare spending, childcare spending, etc.