Research Epidemiologist

University of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City is seeking a Research Epidemiologist to study diseases in human populations. The role involves designing studies, collecting and analyzing data, and interpreting results to inform public health practices.

You will collaborate with medical and public health researchers, prepare manuscripts, and contribute to reports and proposals. A Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Statistics, or Mathematics is required, with bachelor’s acceptable with SAS/SPSS

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in epidemiology, statistics, or mathematics.
• Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree with 24 months SAS/SPSS experience.
• Experience in public health or biomedical sciences preferred.

Responsibilities

• Study diseases in human populations and analyze data.
• Collaborate with medical and public health researchers.
• Design and evaluate study protocols and data analysis plans.
• Prepare reports and manuscripts for publication.

Skills

Data analysis

SAS

SPSS

Epidemiology

Research design

Education

Master's in Epidemiology/Statistics/Mathematics

Bachelor's with 24 months SAS/SPSS experience

Tools

SAS

SPSS

Job description

Pay Range:Targeted pay up to $65,000 annually, depending on experience.

Benefits Eligible:Yes

Work Schedule:Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Travel:Not required

For Best Consideration Date:October 30, 2026

Position Introduction

Studies diseases within populations of humans.Investigates communicable disease outbreaks, chronic illness conditions, disease risk factors, or other adverse health outcomes.Collaborates with medical, public health researchers, and scientific researchers in the study design. Evaluates public health programs and develops research instruments. Collects, manages and analyzes data. Interpretsresults, prepares reports, and publishes research. Conducts research to develop methodologies, instrumentation and procedures for medical application and public health projects.Collaborates with medical, public health researchers, and scientific researchers. Designs, manages and evaluates study protocols and public health programs, including development of the research design, sample selection plans, and data analysis plans. Collects data and performs data entry.Analyzes large amounts of data and interprets data.Discusses data and findings with Sr. Research Epidemiologist before presenting findings to department head, collaborators, and researchers. Assist with preparing manuscripts, reports and publishing findings. Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in Epidemiology, Statistics, or Mathematics. Will accept a Bachelor's Degree in Epidemiology, Statistics, or Mathematics and 24 months SAS, SPSS or equivalent experience in a public health or biomedical science environment.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check

Yes