Epidemiologists

SOC Code: 19-1041

Epidemiologistss communicate research findings on various types of diseases to health practitioners, policy makers, and the public. This career typically requires extensive preparation (4+ years). With an AI-proof score of 90.3/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Reading Comprehension, Science, Active Learning.

AI-Proof Score: 90.3Very High
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Median Salary

$83,980

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Job Growth

16.2%

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Training Time

Extensive preparation (4+ years)

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Job Zone

Zone 5 / 5

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Training Cost

~$80,000

Key Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Science
  • Active Learning
  • Speaking
  • Active Listening
  • Writing
  • Critical Thinking
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Judgment and Decision Making

Common Tasks

  • Communicate research findings on various types of diseases to health practitioners, policy makers, and the public.
  • Oversee public health programs, including statistical analysis, health care planning, surveillance systems, and public health improvement.
  • Investigate diseases or parasites to determine cause and risk factors, progress, life cycle, or mode of transmission.
  • Educate healthcare workers, patients, and the public about infectious and communicable diseases, including disease transmission and prevention.
  • Monitor and report incidents of infectious diseases to local and state health agencies.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation