Medical Epidemiologist Career

*A job as a Medical Epidemiologist falls under the broader career category of Epidemiologists. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Epidemiologists : 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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Epidemiologist Career

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Required Education



Master's Degree usually needed for this career

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