Research Epidemiologist

University of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

Studies diseases and adverse health outcomes within human populations, including communicable disease outbreaks, chronic illness conditions, and disease risk factors. Collaborates with medical, public health, and scientific researchers on study design and conducts research to develop methodologies, instrumentation, and procedures for medical applications and public health projects.

Designs, manages, and evaluates study protocols and public health programs, including research designs, sample selection plans, and data analysis plans. Collects, enters, manages, and analyzes data; interprets findings; and discusses data and findings with the Senior Research Epidemiologist before presenting them to department heads, collaborators, and researchers. Assists with preparing manuscripts and reports and publishing findings. Performs other duties as needed to fulfill the position’s function.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Travel is not required. Benefits eligible. Pay is targeted up to $65,000 annually, depending on experience. Background check required as a condition of hiring. For best consideration, apply by October 30, 2026.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Statistics, or Mathematics; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields and 24 months of SAS, SPSS, or equivalent experience in a public health or biomedical science environment.
• Hiring is contingent upon a background check.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and evaluate study protocols and public health programs.
• Develop research designs, sample selection plans, and data analysis plans.
• Collect and enter data; manage and analyze large amounts of data; and interpret results.
• Discuss data and findings with the Senior Research Epidemiologist before presenting findings to the department head, collaborators, and researchers.
• Assist with preparing manuscripts and reports and publishing research findings.
• Conduct research to develop methodologies, instrumentation, and procedures for medical applications and public health projects.
• Evaluate public health programs and develop research instruments.
• Perform other duties as needed to fulfill the function of the position.

Benefits

• Benefits eligible; specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time