The Ph.D. in Epidemiology, for individuals aspiring to careers in research and/or teaching within universities or research organizations, trains students through an intensive curriculum in methodology. Doctoral students typically complete additional specialized training in a mathematical, biologic, or social science.
 

Career Outcomes

An epidemiologist may work in a wide variety of settings, including international health agencies, state, and local health departments, federal government agencies and health programs, health maintenance organizations, colleges and universities, and numerous research institutions, both privately and publicly sponsored. Given the academic nature of the Ph.D. degree, many graduates pursue careers in research and teaching.

Examples of positions held by graduates include:

1. Tenure-Track Faculty
2. Chief Epidemiologist
3. Principal Investigator
4. Health Statistician
5. Health Effects Officer
6. Research and Evaluation Director
7. Director of Epidemiologic Research