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JYG Innovations

EPIDEMIOLOGIST

Fairborn, OH · On-site

... and/or occupational health questions. Minimum of 5 years of experience with epidemiology in a healthcare or military environment. Possess the ability to design, formulate, conduct, and lead data ...

Bestica Inc

Epidemiologist

Dayton, OH · On-site

$95 - $130/hr

... occupational health and safety, medical professions, technicians, educators, and business ... Epidemiology, Statistics, Data Science, Bioinformatics or other similar degree as approved by ...

BESTICA INC

Epidemiologist

Houston, OH

... occupational health and safety, medical professions, technicians, educators, and business ... The employee shall possess, at a minimum, an MPH, MS, or PhD in Epidemiology, Statistics, Data ...

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An Occupational Epidemiology job involves studying the relationships between workplace exposures and health outcomes to prevent work-related injuries and diseases. Professionals in this field analyze data, conduct research, and develop policies to improve occupational health and safety. They work with industries, government agencies, and public health organizations to identify hazards and recommend interventions. Their goal is to protect workers' health by reducing risks associated with occupational environments.

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An Occupational Epidemiologist’s daily responsibilities often include designing and conducting research studies to assess workplace-related health risks, analyzing and interpreting health data, and preparing detailed reports or presentations summarizing findings. They frequently collaborate with occupational health professionals, industrial hygienists, and regulatory agencies to develop prevention strategies based on their research. Additionally, they may be involved in field investigations, monitoring worker exposures, and keeping up to date with industry guidelines and regulations. This collaborative and research-driven role is essential for identifying emerging occupational health hazards and contributing to safer work environments.

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Infographic showing various Occupational Epidemiology job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $209,284 per year, or $100.6 per hour.

Senior to Principal Epidemiologist

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.

Charlottesville, VA

$190K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Gradient, a Geosyntec Company, is seeking a motivated and resourceful Senior Epidemiologist who will conduct epidemiology analyses for science-based evaluations with a focus on human health risk. Candidate will work independently and also collaboratively with scientists in other disciplines (e.g., toxicologists, exposure scientists, human health risk assessors) and should enjoy fast paced and technically challenging work.  Strong candidates are able to work independently on systematic review, weight-of-evidence evaluation, regulatory comment, litigation support, product safety assessments, and human health risk assessment in the fields of environmental, dietary, pharmaco-epidemiology, pesticide, occupational, and consumer product epidemiology. You will have the opportunity to join our growing practice our Charlottesville, VA office.

Gradient is an environmental and health risk sciences consulting firm specializing in environmental sciences, human and ecological risk sciences, product stewardship, and life sciences. Gradient's scientists have a variety of backgrounds in chemistry, engineering, toxicology, epidemiology, ecotoxicology, medical device and pharmaceuticals, exposure sciences, industrial hygiene, GIS, product safety and liability, and sustainability.

We invest in our people.  Each employee is unique, and your career at Gradient will be too.  We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.


  • Contribute to and lead projects involving occupational health, litigation support, regulatory comment, product safety assessments, and site-specific human health risk assessment.
  • Qualitatively and quantitatively assess exposure and human health risks from chemicals in the environment and consumer products.
  • Perform analyses including but not limited to systematic reviews, weight of evidence reviews, hazard assessments, and preparing tables.
  • Conduct literature searches and critically review and evaluate scientific studies regarding epidemiology and exposure sciences.
  • Contribute to and oversee the preparation of deliverables (reports, memoranda, proposals, agency comments).
  • Manage and contribute to projects of varying scopes and complexity, demonstrating leadership and adaptability across multidisciplinary teams.

  • Bachelor's degree in science field, preferably biological sciences or related field. (required)
  • Advanced degree (e.g., M.S. or Ph.D.) in epidemiology or related field. (preferred) 

  • At least 8 years (10+ preferred) of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
  • Exceptional written and oral communication. (required)
  • Strong statistical skills and the ability to critically evaluate epidemiology data. (required)
  • Knowledge of food, consumer or medical product, pharmaceutical, pesticide, chemical, occupational, or environmental regulations, air modeling, and other exposure assessment techniques. (preferred)
  • Background in conducting or substantially contributing to systematic reviews. (valuable)

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec’s total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

  • Minimum Salary: $117,370/year / Maximum Salary: $190,055/year (Charlottesville, VA)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.

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