Wisconsin
Epidemiologist
University of Wisconsin Madison
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About the role
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Ability to understand critical aspects of research study operations including recruitment and retention, field study management, and quality assurance
Responsibilities
- Collects and analyzes complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures
- Develops and implements complex research projects, methodologies, procedures, and criteria
- The researcher will work with the data manager and computing staff to develop systems to monitor the quality of the data.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of professional experience in epidemiological research
- Research experience in human sensory and/or cognitive aging
- Experience in research data collection
- We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
- For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website.
- Required Qualifications:
Nice to have
- Experience training staff in research protocols
- Excellent skills in using SAS and R
- Experience working with laboratory or clinical (such as audiometers, ocular imaging)
- Cover letter required
Skills
- Analytic thinking skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Compensation
- The starting salary for the position is $75,000
Benefits
- School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Population Health Sciences, Merten Lab
- Population Health Sciences is an interdisciplinary department with the goal of understanding, preserving, and improving the health of human populations and individuals.
- Master's of Science in Population Health Sciences or Epidemiology required
- The researcher will take on responsibility for study data collection protocols such as those for sensory (including hearing, vision) and cognitive function assessments.
- Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- retirement benefits.
- For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage.
- SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
Visa & Work Authorization
- University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas.
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