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Careers in Agriculture

Careers in Agriculture. Epidemiologist. By: Dr. Frank Flanders and Jennie Simpson Georgia Agricultural Education Curriculum Office Georgia Department of Education June 2005. START. What Is an Epidemiologist?. Epidemiology is a fairly new discipline.

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Careers in Agriculture

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  1. Careers in Agriculture Epidemiologist By: Dr. Frank Flanders and Jennie Simpson Georgia Agricultural Education Curriculum Office Georgia Department of Education June 2005 START

  2. What Is an Epidemiologist? • Epidemiology is a fairly new discipline. • Epidemiologists investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, and other health outcomes and develop the means for prevention and control. • Epidemiologists look at medical, social, environmental and economic factors when determining the causes of problems.

  3. Duties of an Epidemiologist • Research data. • Analyze data and record relevant information into a database. • Share data with other workers and obtain relevant data from other workers. • Read reports, articles and other statistical information. • Consult with people on the phone or in person regarding their research. • Write reports, papers and articles.

  4. Becoming an Epidemiologist • An ideal epidemiologist must possess an inquisitive mind and be able to interpret statistical data. • They must also be hard workers, organized and able to pay attention to detail. • Ability to stand for long periods of time • Ability to work with people in various physical conditions • Excellent eyesight for viewing samples and making diagnoses • Good hand-eye coordination for biopsy procedures and handling laboratory equipment

  5. Education • To become an epidemiologist, a masters degree in either epidemiology or health statistics is required. • A PhD is not required, although many people find it helpful when looking at advanced supervisory positions. • Students must take classes in high school that pertain to sciences such as biology, chemistry, physics, and math to the highest degree possible. • Subscribe to a health related magazine to stay up to date on current issues

  6. Employment • Salaries for an epidemiologist can range significantly depending on where one is employed. • The average salary for epidemiologist working in state government is $48,640. • Epidemiologists are employed by public health, government and environmental agencies, hospitals and some private research organizations. • Those who are specialized and can teach epidemiology may be employed at universities. • There are many opportunities for growth in the epidemiology field.

  7. Related Careers • Biological Scientist • Bioterrorism Specialist • Food Scientist • Commodity Inspector • Microbiologist • Veterinarian

  8. Career Resources American Society for Microbiology Education Department 1752 N St. NW., Washington, D.C. 20036 Internet: http://www.asm.org/ Infectious Diseases Society of America Guide to Training Programs, 66 Canal Center Plaza Suite # 600, Alexandria, VA 22314 Internet: http://www.idsociety.org/

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