Job Summary:

The Epidemiologist will design epidemiological studies of environmental health problems, organize and direct the research staff in carrying out these studies, compile and analyze results, and prepare reports for environmental and public health authorities as well as the general public.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Hires staff members, directs and evaluates their job performances and provides training and guidance.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Proposes and designs research projects in epidemiology using both laboratory research and environmental and community studies.
• Defines and identifies population groups for study and evaluation of risk from various environmental dangers.
• Analyzes results and supervises the preparation of research project reports.
• Writes proposals for future research projects and prepares requests for project funding.
• Prepares reports to be presented to other scientific research facilities and to government administrators.
• Gives educational talks to community groups.
• Acts as a consultant to other scientists in the department and in the larger scientific community.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of the design and administration of epidemiological research.
• Analytical, organizational, and leadership skills for staff supervision and direction.
• Excellent verbal and written skills to prepare reports and proposals and presenting information to outside scientific and community groups.

Education and Experience:

• A Ph.D. degree in epidemiology, public health, medicine, or a related field.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• May require prolonged periods of standing and/or bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.