We surveyed 496 epidemiologists to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical epidemiologist. Here are the results.
Can I learn to become an epidemiologist?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as an epidemiologist typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as an epidemiologist?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as an epidemiologist. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for epidemiologists.
Do epidemiologists work full-time or part-time?
76% of epidemiologists work in full-time roles while 24% work part-time.