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Epidemiologist jobs are open across public health agencies, academic medical centers, healthcare systems, and research institutions, from entry-level analyst to senior scientist and principal investigator, with specializations in infectious disease, chronic disease, and environmental epidemiology. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Job Description Summary
Department - HealthJob Description
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5411 - Epidemiologist
Salary Grade: 13
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $62,337 - $74,796 Annually
Pay Range: $62,337 - $87,276 Annually
Range Explanation:
- Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION ENDING MAY 2031.
The STI/HIV Epidemiologist will work to analyze and describe the determinants and distribution of disease patterns, prevalence, incidence, local circumstances, health equity and other health outcomes contributing to unusual increases of disease and its impacts; and denotes solutions for prevention, control, and health policy. This position will provide regular surveillance on outbreaks affecting the community and/or individual cases related to HIV, syphilis (congenital) and other sexually transmitted infections.
The STI/HIV Epidemiologist collaborates across the Pima County Health department, with healthcare professionals, government agencies, and community organizations to promote public health and improve health outcomes.
This position requires proof of vaccination or the ability to become fully vaccinated by the start date for the following:
- Tdap (within the last 10 years)
- Varicella
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) Hepatitis B
-
Essential Functions:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
- Collects, analyzes, and interprets epidemiologic data to assess disease incidence, prevalence, trends, risk factors, and health disparities;
- Designs, implements, and evaluates disease surveillance systems, outbreak investigations, and epidemiologic studies (e.g., case-control, cohort);
- Monitors disease patterns to detect outbreaks, clusters, emerging threats, and potential epidemics, and identify sources and transmission pathways;
- Applies statistical methods and epidemiologic principles to analyze morbidity, mortality, natality, and environmental health data;
- Develops, organizes, and implements disease prevention and control interventions, including vaccination campaigns, advisories, and containment measures;
- Provides epidemiologic expertise to public health emergency preparedness and response activities, including disasters and unusual events;
- Analyzes geographic, environmental, social, occupational, and economic factors influencing disease and disability patterns, using GIS and data visualization tools;
- Communicates findings through reports, presentations, training, and consultations with clinicians, public health officials, policymakers, and the public;
- Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to support disease prevention, health promotion, and healthcare improvement strategies; Develops and maintains epidemiologic databases and supports laboratory specimen handling and data management in accordance with protocols and safety standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in epidemiology, biology, microbiology, public health, biostatistics, biochemistry, medical anthropology, nursing or a related scientific or social science field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND two years of experience in epidemiological investigative activities.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR:
Two years with Pima County in a Communicable Disease Investigator II or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
- Minimum two (2) years experience in STI/HIV epidemiological investigative activities and data analysis as an epidemiologist or communicable disease investigator.
- Minimum two (2) years experience with at least one of the following statistical programs: SAS, R, or Stata software.
- Degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, biology, microbiology, medical anthropology, or a related scientific or social science field.
Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information :
Licenses and Certificates : Valid driver license is required at time of application . Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
Special Notice Items : Department of Labor regulation CFR Part 1910.1030 requires notification that this category may have a high risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Hepatitis B vaccine will be provided. Employees in this classification must have reliable access to a properly registered and insured vehicle for travel between work sites; employee use of own vehicle will be reimbursed, per County policies. The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship. This position will require post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening. This position may require proof of vaccination or the ability to become fully vaccinated by the start date.
Physical/Sensory Work Requirements : Physical and sensory requirements will be determined by position.
Working Conditions : Working conditions will be determined by position.
EEO Information : Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Description Summary
Department - HealthJob Description
Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5411 - Epidemiologist
Salary Grade: 13
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $62,337 - $74,796 Annually
Pay Range: $62,337 - $87,276 Annually
Range Explanation:
- Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION ENDING MAY 2031.
The STI/HIV Epidemiologist will work to analyze and describe the determinants and distribution of disease patterns, prevalence, incidence, local circumstances, health equity and other health outcomes contributing to unusual increases of disease and its impacts; and denotes solutions for prevention, control, and health policy. This position will provide regular surveillance on outbreaks affecting the community and/or individual cases related to HIV, syphilis (congenital) and other sexually transmitted infections.
The STI/HIV Epidemiologist collaborates across the Pima County Health department, with healthcare professionals, government agencies, and community organizations to promote public health and improve health outcomes.
This position requires proof of vaccination or the ability to become fully vaccinated by the start date for the following:
- Tdap (within the last 10 years)
- Varicella
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) Hepatitis B
-
Essential Functions:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
- Collects, analyzes, and interprets epidemiologic data to assess disease incidence, prevalence, trends, risk factors, and health disparities;
- Designs, implements, and evaluates disease surveillance systems, outbreak investigations, and epidemiologic studies (e.g., case-control, cohort);
- Monitors disease patterns to detect outbreaks, clusters, emerging threats, and potential epidemics, and identify sources and transmission pathways;
- Applies statistical methods and epidemiologic principles to analyze morbidity, mortality, natality, and environmental health data;
- Develops, organizes, and implements disease prevention and control interventions, including vaccination campaigns, advisories, and containment measures;
- Provides epidemiologic expertise to public health emergency preparedness and response activities, including disasters and unusual events;
- Analyzes geographic, environmental, social, occupational, and economic factors influencing disease and disability patterns, using GIS and data visualization tools;
- Communicates findings through reports, presentations, training, and consultations with clinicians, public health officials, policymakers, and the public;
- Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to support disease prevention, health promotion, and healthcare improvement strategies; Develops and maintains epidemiologic databases and supports laboratory specimen handling and data management in accordance with protocols and safety standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in epidemiology, biology, microbiology, public health, biostatistics, biochemistry, medical anthropology, nursing or a related scientific or social science field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND two years of experience in epidemiological investigative activities.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR:
Two years with Pima County in a Communicable Disease Investigator II or related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
- Minimum two (2) years experience in STI/HIV epidemiological investigative activities and data analysis as an epidemiologist or communicable disease investigator.
- Minimum two (2) years experience with at least one of the following statistical programs: SAS, R, or Stata software.
- Degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, biology, microbiology, medical anthropology, or a related scientific or social science field.
Selection Procedure:
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.
Supplemental Information :
Licenses and Certificates : Valid driver license is required at time of application . Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
Special Notice Items : Department of Labor regulation CFR Part 1910.1030 requires notification that this category may have a high risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Hepatitis B vaccine will be provided. Employees in this classification must have reliable access to a properly registered and insured vehicle for travel between work sites; employee use of own vehicle will be reimbursed, per County policies. The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Pima County determines whether a position is eligible for visa sponsorship at the time of recruitment. Eligibility is based on the requirements of the position and applicable laws and regulations. Not all positions with Pima County are eligible for visa sponsorship. This position will require post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening. This position may require proof of vaccination or the ability to become fully vaccinated by the start date.
Physical/Sensory Work Requirements : Physical and sensory requirements will be determined by position.
Working Conditions : Working conditions will be determined by position.
EEO Information : Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Who's Hiring
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- Technology & Software
- Education
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in epidemiologist jobs.
- Master's degree or doctoral degree in epidemiology or a closely related public health field
- Proficiency in statistical software such as SAS, R, Stata, or SPSS for data analysis
- Experience designing and conducting epidemiologic studies including cohort or case-control designs
- Familiarity with public health surveillance systems and reportable disease data management
- Strong written communication skills for preparing scientific reports, manuscripts, and grant applications
- Experience working with large administrative or claims datasets and managing data governance requirements
Tips for Your Epidemiologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to study design
Hiring managers scan for the study designs you've led, not just the diseases you've studied. Specify whether you've designed cohort, case-control, or cross-sectional studies, and name the analytic software you used for each project so reviewers can match your skills to their methods.
Highlight IRB and data governance experience
Many epidemiologist postings require demonstrated experience navigating IRB submissions or working with restricted datasets. Call out specific protocols you've submitted, data use agreements you've managed, or de-identification standards you've applied, since these are gating qualifications that resume screeners look for first.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists epidemiologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by surveillance system familiarity
Government and health system postings often require hands-on experience with specific surveillance systems like NNDSS, NHANES, or state reportable disease registries. Search for openings that name systems you've used, and mirror that exact terminology in your resume to pass applicant tracking system filters.
Prepare a methods walkthrough for interviews
Epidemiology interviews frequently ask you to walk through a past study from question conception to analysis. Practice a three-to-five minute narrative that covers your exposure and outcome definitions, confounding strategy, and how you interpreted or communicated the findings to a non-technical audience.
Negotiate start date around academic cycles
University and research institute roles often have constrained start windows tied to grant periods or semester schedules. When negotiating your start date, ask whether the position is grant-funded and when the funding cycle begins so you can align your timeline and avoid gaps in project coverage.
Epidemiologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most epidemiologists?
The companies hiring the most epidemiologists right now include IQVIA, Software Technology, and Department of State Health Services, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Tennessee, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. State and local health departments, academic medical centers, and federal agencies consistently represent a large portion of active postings.
How many epidemiologist jobs are remote?
About 77% of epidemiologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more flexible research roles in public health. Positions focused on data analysis, surveillance reporting, and chronic disease research tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while field-based outbreak investigation roles typically require on-site presence.
How do you become an epidemiologist?
Most epidemiologist positions require at minimum a master's degree in epidemiology or public health, with doctoral degrees expected for independent research or principal investigator roles. You build foundational skills in biostatistics, study design, and data analysis during graduate training, then gain applied experience through practicums, fellowships like the CDC's Epidemic Intelligence Service, or entry-level analyst positions at health agencies before advancing to full epidemiologist roles.
How do you get hired as an epidemiologist with little experience?
Entry-level epidemiologist candidates compete most effectively by emphasizing thesis or practicum projects that mirror real surveillance or research workflows. Focus on roles titled public health analyst, surveillance coordinator, or research associate, which serve as common entry points. Demonstrating hands-on proficiency in at least one statistical package and showing familiarity with a specific disease area or data system, such as vital records or electronic health records, strengthens applications significantly against candidates with broader but shallower backgrounds.
What does the epidemiologist interview process look like?
The interview process typically involves an initial screening call with a recruiter or hiring manager, followed by a technical interview where you walk through a past study or respond to a scenario-based methods question. Government and academic roles often include a panel interview with team members and may ask you to present a data analysis or writing sample. Some positions add a structured competency interview covering communication, collaboration, and public health ethics before a final offer.
Where can I find and apply to epidemiologist jobs?
You can find and apply to epidemiologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your specialization, whether that is infectious disease, chronic disease, environmental health, or another area, and apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location preferences.
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