Public Health Careers and Professional Development
Work local in Buffalo, NY
- Autism Services, Inc.: Multiple Positions
- Best Self Behavioral Health: Multiple Positions
- Catholic Health Hospital Systems
- CCNY | The Human Side of Analytics
- Cicatelli Associates Inc. (CAI): Multiple Positions
- Crisis Services
- Erie County Council for Prevention of Alcohol and Substance Abuse
- Erie County Department of Health: Multiple Opportunities
- G-Health Enterprises: Multiple Positions
- Horizon Health Services
- Kaleida Health Hospital Systems
- PUSH Buffalo: Multiple Positions
- The Research Foundation for SUNY: Multiple Positions
- University at Buffalo: Multiple Positions
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- Abt Associates: Multiple Positions (Global)
- American Dental Association Science & Research Institute: Research Associate, Biostatistics (Chicago, IL)
- American Public Health Association (APHA)
- Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO): Multiple Positions
- Autism Services, Inc.: Multiple Positions (Buffalo, NY)
- Best Self Behavioral Health: Multiple Positions (Buffalo, NY)
- Catholic Health Hospital Systems (Buffalo, NY)
- CCNY | The Human Side of Analytics (Buffalo, NY)
- CDC | Fellowship and Training Opportunities
- CDC | Research Fellowship Opportunities
- CDC | Educational Loan Repayment Opportunities
- Cicatelli Associates Inc. (CAI): Multiple Positions (NYC, Buffalo)
- Commissioned Corps of the United States Public Health Service (USPHS)
- Crisis Services (Buffalo, NY)
- de Beaumont (Maryland)
- Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Jobs and Training
- Erie County Council for the Prevention of Alcohol and Substance Abuse (Buffalo, NY)
- Erie County Department of Health: Multiple Opportunities (Buffalo, NY)
- G-Health Enterprises: Multiple Positions (Buffalo, NY)
- Health District of Northern Larimer County, Colorado: Multiple Positions
- Health Research Inc. (HRI): Multiple Positions
- HigherEdJobs | Jobs in Higher Education
- Horizon Health Services (Buffalo, NY)
- Kaleida Health Hospital Systems (Buffalo, NY)
- National Cancer Institute - Postdoctoral Fellowships: Multiple Positions
- National Environmental Health Association: Multiple Positions
- National Institutes of Health (NIH) | Pathways for Students and Recent Graduates
- New York State Department of Health: Multiple Positions
- PUSH Buffalo: Multiple Positions (Buffalo, NY)
- Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE)
- SUNY Careers
- University at Buffalo: Multiple Positions
- University at Albany: Postdoctoral Fellowship (Center for Collaborative HIV Research in Practice and Policy)
- University of Rochester: Multiple Positions
- USA Jobs: Multiple Positions
- World Health Organization (WHO)
Where Do MPH Graduates Work?
Graduates with public health degrees work in a variety of settings.
26% work in health care delivery in roles as administrators, compliance or regulation officers, evaluation specialists, health educators, data analysts, or operations managers.
24% work in government public health roles with federal agencies such as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the CDC, or the U.S. Public Health Service; or in state, county or city public health departments throughout the U.S.
20% work in community-based organizations or health advocacy groups.
30% work in research firms, medical device companies, pharmaceutical companies, data management or informatics businesses, managed care or health insurance organizations.
Sources: ASPPH Data Center; Public Health WINS Survey, University at Buffalo School of Public Health and Health Professions Graduate Outcomes.
Occupational Outlook for Public Health Jobs
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Epidemiologists are public health professionals who investigate patterns and causes of disease and injury in humans.
The median annual wage for epidemiologists was $69,660 in May 2018.
Employment of epidemiologists is projected to grow 5 percent from 2018 to 2028, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Epidemiologists are likely to have good job prospects overall.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Environmental scientists and specialists use their knowledge of the natural sciences to protect the environment and human health.
The median annual wage for environmental scientists and specialists was $71,130 in May 2018.
Employment of environmental scientists and specialists is projected to grow 8 percent from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations. Heightened public interest in the hazards facing the environment, as well as increasing demands placed on the environment by population growth, are expected to spur demand for environmental scientists and specialists.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Mathematicians and statisticians analyze data and apply mathematical and statistical techniques to help solve problems. Biostatisticians design statistical studies, decide how to gather data, and analyze the data.
The median annual wage for statisticians was $87,780 in May 2018.
Overall employment of mathematicians and statisticians is projected to grow 30 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. Businesses will need these workers to analyze the increasing volume of digital and electronic data.
Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook (Mathematicians and Statisticians), BLS Occupational Outlook-Healthcare Jobs You Might Not Know About
Operations research analysts use advanced mathematical and analytical methods to help solve complex issues.
The median annual wage for operations research analysts was $83,390 in May 2018.
Employment of operations research analysts is projected to grow 26 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. As technology advances and companies seek efficiency and cost savings, demand for operations research analysis should continue to grow.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook (Operations Research Analysts)
Medical and health services managers plan, direct, and coordinate the business activities of healthcare providers.
The median annual wage for medical and health services managers was $99,730 in May 2018.
Employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow 18 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. As the large baby-boom population ages and people remain active later in life, there should be increased demand for healthcare services.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook (Medical and Health Services Managers)
Health educators teach people about behaviors that promote wellness. Community health workers collect data and discuss health concerns with members of specific populations or communities.
The median annual wage for community health workers was $39,540 in May 2018.
The median annual wage for health educators was $54,220 in May 2018.
Overall employment of health educators and community health workers is projected to grow 11 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. Growth will be driven by efforts to improve health outcomes and to reduce healthcare costs by teaching people healthy behaviors and explaining how to use available healthcare services.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Social and community service managers coordinate and supervise social service programs and community organizations.
The median annual wage for social and community service managers was $65,320 in May 2018.
Employment of social and community service managers is projected to grow 13 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. Employment growth will be driven by increases in the elderly population and increases in demand for substance abuse treatment and mental health and health-related services.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
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