Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists
What is a Medical Scientist, Except Epidemiologists?
Medical scientists, except epidemiologists, are professionals who conduct research to improve overall human health. They often work in laboratories, conducting experiments and analyzing data to understand various aspects of human biology, disease processes, and the effectiveness of treatments. These scientists engage in a wide range of research areas, including but not limited to pharmacology, toxicology, immunology, and genetics. Their work may involve developing new medical technologies, conducting clinical trials to test new drugs and therapies, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to translate their findings into practical applications for patient care. Medical scientists in this field often possess advanced degrees in biological or medical sciences and are skilled in scientific methods and analytical techniques. They play a crucial role in advancing medical knowledge and developing innovative solutions to combat health challenges.
Tasks
- Follow strict safety procedures when handling toxic materials to avoid contamination.
- Evaluate effects of drugs, gases, pesticides, parasites, and microorganisms at various levels.
- Plan and direct studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.
- Prepare and analyze organ, tissue, and cell samples to identify toxicity, bacteria, or microorganisms or to study cell structure.
- Conduct research to develop methodologies, instrumentation, and procedures for medical application, analyzing data and presenting findings to the scientific audience and general public.
Technology Skills
- Analytical or scientific software
- Presentation software
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Data base user interface and query software
- Database software
- Claris FileMaker
- Waters NuGenesis Lab Management System
- Waters Empower 3
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Development environment software
- Integrated development environment IDE software
- Visual Basic .NET
- NI LabVIEW
- Electronic mail software
Tools Used
- Spectrophotometers
- Benchtop centrifuges
- Laboratory flasks
- Chromatography tubing
- Petri plates or dishes
Knowledge
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Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
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English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
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Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
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Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Skills
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Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
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Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
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Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
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Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Abilities
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Inductive Reasoning
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
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Oral Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
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Written Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
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Category Flexibility
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
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Deductive Reasoning
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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Doctoral degree
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Master's degree
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Post-doctoral training
Work Activities
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
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Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Detailed Work Activities
- Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
- Research diseases or parasites.
- Analyze biological samples.
- Direct medical science or healthcare programs.
- Plan biological research.
Work Interests
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Investigative
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$61810.0 - $168020.0
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Assessment
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