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Epidemiologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in epidemiology, public health, or a directly related field. Federal agencies, academic medical centers, and state health departments are among the most active H-1B visa sponsors for this occupation.
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Department
Morb Mort Epidemiology
Job Summary
Job Description
- Interprets, analyzes, validates, and evaluates data using statistical computer programs.
- Conducts routine data linkages using Vital Records and Louisiana Hospital Inpatient Discharge Database (LAHIDD).
- Manages confidentiality and security of data according to state and federal regulations.
- Works closely with the PAMR coordinator to oversee identification and validation of mortality cases for review processes.
- Maintains positive working relationship with MCH coordinators and other epidemiologists.
- Validates and documents the completion of quality assurance checks in MMRIA.
- Analyzes cause of death assigned in Vital Records data and compares to results from the case review process to validate data quality.
- Analyzes MMRIA data for trends and geographic distribution of maternal mortality.
- Assists with evaluation and performance measurement for ERASE MM grant activities.
- Coordinates with programs and the community to move data to action.
- Analyzes data collected by the Louisiana Pregnancy Associated Mortality Review (PAMR) and Louisiana Perinatal Quality Collaborative (LaPQC).
- Ensures data are abstracted and entered into the MMRIA database in a timely manner and in accordance with CDC guidelines.
- Reviews all data that are entered by the MCH Coordinators into the MMRIA database.
- Reviews and enters all data from committee decisions forms into MMRIA database after a PAMR review meeting, including committee recommendations.
- Provides technical assistance to other professionals in government, academia, health care, the community, and the private sector in multi-disciplinary projects and on community health planning teams.
- Participates in the facilitation of case review meetings in tandem with the PAMR coordinator and assists in summarization of recommendations.
- Discusses and assists in resolving epidemiological issues with community leaders, health professionals and officials, lawyers, legislators, and peers.
- Contributes to the public health evidence-base by authoring and/or presenting findings in peer reviewed journals and publications, at state and national conferences as approved, at meetings and webinars, and in evidence-based practice databases.
- Reports maternal mortality rates and monitors regional, state, and national trends to identify changes in Louisiana’s maternal mortality rate.
- Analyzes trends in maternal mortality data and outlines in PAMR reports and annual briefs provided to the Governor’s Office, the State Legislature and stakeholders.
- Serves as the primary analytic point of contact for data requests related to maternal mortality and the generation of the annual PAMR report.
- Coordinates with other epidemiologists on the response to internal and external data requests in coordination with the BFH DAT analytic section.
- Participates in webinars and routine TA calls with federal funders for assigned projects and programs, including the CDC maternal mortality workgroups.
- Participates in internal staff, project, and professional development meetings and trainings as requested or assigned.
- Conducts Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) on LaPQC reporting and MMRIA data.
- Supports the coordination and management of Emergency Operations during activation and as needed between events.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree, or Associate’s degree plus 3 years of professional experience, or 6 years of professional work experience.
- Minimum 2 years professional experience performing administrative functions within an office environment or health care field.
- Excellent analytical, writing, and critical thinking skills; effective organizational and time management skills.
- Great attention to detail and follow up.
- Ability to manage projects, assignments, and competing priorities.
- Proficient in the use of Zoom, Teams, and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.
DESIRED:
- Advanced degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years professional experience performing administrative functions within an office environment or health care field.
- Minimum 1 year professional epidemiology experience.
- Minimum 1 year professional experience with statistical analysis packages (SAS and/or R).
- Relevant industry certifications.
SALARY
55-65k
Required Attachments
Please upload the following documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section.
- Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
- Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and LSU New Orleans;
- Names and contact information of three references;
Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.
Posting Close Date
This position will remain open until filled.
Note to Applicant:
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at LSU New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
LSU New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.
Thank you for your interest in LSU New Orleans.
Once you start the application process, you will not be able to save your work, so you should collect all required information before you begin. The required information is listed below in the job posting.
You must complete all required portions of the application and attach the required documents in order to be considered for employment.
Department
Morb Mort Epidemiology
Job Summary
Job Description
- Interprets, analyzes, validates, and evaluates data using statistical computer programs.
- Conducts routine data linkages using Vital Records and Louisiana Hospital Inpatient Discharge Database (LAHIDD).
- Manages confidentiality and security of data according to state and federal regulations.
- Works closely with the PAMR coordinator to oversee identification and validation of mortality cases for review processes.
- Maintains positive working relationship with MCH coordinators and other epidemiologists.
- Validates and documents the completion of quality assurance checks in MMRIA.
- Analyzes cause of death assigned in Vital Records data and compares to results from the case review process to validate data quality.
- Analyzes MMRIA data for trends and geographic distribution of maternal mortality.
- Assists with evaluation and performance measurement for ERASE MM grant activities.
- Coordinates with programs and the community to move data to action.
- Analyzes data collected by the Louisiana Pregnancy Associated Mortality Review (PAMR) and Louisiana Perinatal Quality Collaborative (LaPQC).
- Ensures data are abstracted and entered into the MMRIA database in a timely manner and in accordance with CDC guidelines.
- Reviews all data that are entered by the MCH Coordinators into the MMRIA database.
- Reviews and enters all data from committee decisions forms into MMRIA database after a PAMR review meeting, including committee recommendations.
- Provides technical assistance to other professionals in government, academia, health care, the community, and the private sector in multi-disciplinary projects and on community health planning teams.
- Participates in the facilitation of case review meetings in tandem with the PAMR coordinator and assists in summarization of recommendations.
- Discusses and assists in resolving epidemiological issues with community leaders, health professionals and officials, lawyers, legislators, and peers.
- Contributes to the public health evidence-base by authoring and/or presenting findings in peer reviewed journals and publications, at state and national conferences as approved, at meetings and webinars, and in evidence-based practice databases.
- Reports maternal mortality rates and monitors regional, state, and national trends to identify changes in Louisiana’s maternal mortality rate.
- Analyzes trends in maternal mortality data and outlines in PAMR reports and annual briefs provided to the Governor’s Office, the State Legislature and stakeholders.
- Serves as the primary analytic point of contact for data requests related to maternal mortality and the generation of the annual PAMR report.
- Coordinates with other epidemiologists on the response to internal and external data requests in coordination with the BFH DAT analytic section.
- Participates in webinars and routine TA calls with federal funders for assigned projects and programs, including the CDC maternal mortality workgroups.
- Participates in internal staff, project, and professional development meetings and trainings as requested or assigned.
- Conducts Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) on LaPQC reporting and MMRIA data.
- Supports the coordination and management of Emergency Operations during activation and as needed between events.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree, or Associate’s degree plus 3 years of professional experience, or 6 years of professional work experience.
- Minimum 2 years professional experience performing administrative functions within an office environment or health care field.
- Excellent analytical, writing, and critical thinking skills; effective organizational and time management skills.
- Great attention to detail and follow up.
- Ability to manage projects, assignments, and competing priorities.
- Proficient in the use of Zoom, Teams, and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.
DESIRED:
- Advanced degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years professional experience performing administrative functions within an office environment or health care field.
- Minimum 1 year professional epidemiology experience.
- Minimum 1 year professional experience with statistical analysis packages (SAS and/or R).
- Relevant industry certifications.
SALARY
55-65k
Required Attachments
Please upload the following documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section.
- Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
- Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and LSU New Orleans;
- Names and contact information of three references;
Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.
Posting Close Date
This position will remain open until filled.
Note to Applicant:
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at LSU New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
LSU New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Epidemiologist
Document your degree field alignment
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to epidemiology work. A degree in a adjacent field like biostatistics or biology needs supporting evidence tying coursework to disease surveillance or study design, gather transcripts and course descriptions before applying.
Target cap-exempt employers strategically
Federal contractors, nonprofit research institutes, and universities affiliated with teaching hospitals can file H-1B petitions year-round without entering the annual lottery. Epidemiologist roles at CDC-affiliated institutions and NIH-funded research centers frequently fall into this category.
Search LCA filings by SOC code
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by the Epidemiologist SOC code, so you see which organizations have active H-1B Labor Condition Application history for this exact role rather than guessing at sponsorship willingness from job postings.
Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Pull the OFLC Wage Search for your work location and the Epidemiologist occupation code before accepting an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify at least the Level I prevailing wage, and knowing the tiers helps you assess whether an offer will clear DOL requirements.
Confirm specialty occupation language in the offer letter
Ask your employer to specify in the offer letter that the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in epidemiology or a directly related field. Vague language like 'science background preferred' has triggered USCIS Requests for Evidence on I-129 petitions for research and public health roles.
Account for concurrent filing if on OPT
If your OPT expires before October 1 and your H-1B is selected in the lottery, cap-gap rules extend your work authorization automatically through September 30. Notify your employer's HR team early so they don't mistakenly pause your assignment during that bridge period.
H-1B Visa Epidemiologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Epidemiologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS recognizes epidemiology as a specialty occupation because the work theoretically and practically requires at least a bachelor's degree in epidemiology, public health, or a closely related discipline. Roles focused on disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, or clinical trial analysis consistently meet the specialty occupation standard, though your employer's job description must reflect that degree requirement explicitly.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Epidemiologists?
Federal and state public health agencies, academic medical centers, nonprofit research institutes, pharmaceutical companies, and health insurance organizations are the most active H-1B sponsors for epidemiology roles. Many of these employers are cap-exempt or operate under cap-exempt affiliations, meaning they can file outside the annual lottery window. You can browse verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate filtered specifically to this occupation.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Epidemiologist job seekers?
If your target employer is a for-profit company without a university or nonprofit affiliation, your petition enters the annual lottery capped at 85,000 slots. Registration opens each March for an October 1 start date. One practical workaround is prioritizing cap-exempt employers, such as NIH-funded research centers or public health schools, where petitions can be filed at any time of year.
What prevailing wage level applies to Epidemiologist H-1B petitions?
The DOL assigns four prevailing wage levels for each occupation and location. Entry-level or data-support epidemiology roles typically fall at Level I or II, while senior researchers or program directors with specialized expertise may qualify at Level III or IV. Your employer determines the appropriate level and must certify it on the LCA filed with DOL. You can verify current wage levels using the OFLC Wage Search for your specific metro area.
Can a foreign-trained epidemiology degree support an H-1B petition?
Yes, but the degree must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree or higher in epidemiology or a directly related field. A credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization is typically required. Three-year degrees from some countries may need supplemental coursework or relevant work experience to reach equivalency. USCIS reviews the evaluation as part of the I-129 adjudication, so a thorough evaluation from the outset reduces the likelihood of a Request for Evidence.