Wisconsin

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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