Jennifer Zipprich
About Jennifer Zipprich
Jennifer Zipprich is an Epidemiologist Supervisor at the Minnesota Department of Health, where she has worked since 2018. She holds a PhD in Molecular Toxicology from Columbia University and has extensive experience in public health, including roles at the CDC and California Department of Public Health.
Work at Minnesota Department of Health
Jennifer Zipprich has served as an Epidemiologist Supervisor at the Minnesota Department of Health since 2018. In this role, she oversees epidemiological investigations and public health initiatives aimed at understanding and controlling disease outbreaks. Her work contributes to the overall health and safety of the community in St. Paul, Minnesota. As a supervisor, she leads a team of epidemiologists and collaborates with various public health stakeholders to implement effective disease prevention strategies.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Zipprich earned her PhD in Molecular Toxicology from Columbia University in the City of New York, completing her studies from 2000 to 2007. This advanced education has equipped her with a strong foundation in toxicological research and epidemiology. Her expertise in these fields informs her work in public health, particularly in understanding the effects of environmental factors on health outcomes.
Background
Before her current position, Jennifer Zipprich held several significant roles in public health and research. She worked as a Postdoctoral Scientist at Columbia University Medical Center for 11 months after completing her PhD. Following this, she served as an Epidemiologist in the Immunization Branch of the California Department of Public Health from 2010 to 2018, where she focused on immunization strategies and disease prevention.
Previous Experience at CDC
Jennifer Zipprich was an Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from 2008 to 2010. In this capacity, she was involved in responding to public health emergencies and conducting epidemiological investigations. Her experience at the CDC provided her with valuable skills in outbreak response and data analysis, which she has applied throughout her career.