Epidemiology

Improve Health Globally

Welcome to the Department of Epidemiology at the University of Florida! We are a premier department in one of the top public universities in the country. Our mission is to make scientific discoveries, educate others, and provide service so that we improve the health of the population. We do this through the practice of consequential epidemiology.

About the Epidemiology Department

The Department of Epidemiology is situated within both the College of Public Health and Health Professions and the College of Medicine at the University of Florida. Our faculty members hold joint appointments, fostering synergies that contribute to a robust and competitive research profile. This collaborative approach enhances the training of highly skilled students, providing them with exceptional exposure to diverse expertise.

Our Academic Programs

The Department of Epidemiology provides four exceptional programs for individuals interested in pursuing a career in epidemiology. These programs include a Doctorate in Epidemiology, a Master of Science in Epidemiology, a Master in Public Health, Epidemiology Concentration, and a Certificate in Psychiatric Epidemiology.

Job Opportunities in the Department

Training Opportunities in the Department

What’s Happening

PHHP on the Road

Dr. Cook returns from Brazil.

Dr. Cook toured campus research labs, met with fellow scientists and educators and gave a talk as part of the university’s BrainStorm Science lecture series. Cook, the director of the Southern HIV and Alcohol Research Consortium, or SHARC, presented “HIV, Alcohol and Public Health Research: Innovations and Challenges in the Care of Vulnerable Populations — SHARC Experience” to faculty, students and local health professionals.

Recent news

Green spaces may mitigate pollution-linked breast cancer risk

Published on November 13, 2025

The Scientist covers research published in PLOS One by Carmen Smotherman as part of her epidemiology Ph.D. dissertation.

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UF AI workshop examines the intersection of academia and industry

Published on October 31, 2025

The fifth annual DAISY workshop brought together students, faculty and a biotech industry leader to discuss AI collaboration between academia and industry.

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Drug radar

Published on September 23, 2025

The National Drug Early Warning System detects the next drug epidemic.

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A shield against hospital infections

Published on September 5, 2025

As the manager of infection prevention and control at Moffitt Cancer Center, alumna Isis Lamphier’s job is part scientist, part educator and part sleuth.

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Message from the Department Chair