Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 46,810 - 156,980; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is hiring a Medical Scientist to conduct research on human diseases and improve health outcomes. The ideal candidate will engage in clinical investigations and development projects, working closely with physicians and health departments. Responsibilities include studying health processes, consulting on safety standards, and preparing biological samples for analysis. Required skills include critical thinking and proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel and Python. Salary ranges from $46,810 to $156,980 annually.

Qualifications

• Conduct research to understand human diseases and improve health.
• Engage in clinical investigation, research and development.
• Standardize drug dosages and immunization methods.

Responsibilities

• Study animal and human health and physiological processes.
• Consult with health departments to develop health safety standards.
• Prepare and analyze organ and tissue samples.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Science

Active Listening

Writing

Reading Comprehension

Speaking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Python

Adobe Photoshop

SAS

Job description

Medical Scientist

Medical Scientists conduct research to understand human diseases and improve health. They engage in clinical investigation, research and development, and related activities. This role can encompass physicians, dentists, public health specialists, pharmacologists, and medical pathologists who mainly conduct research.

Responsibilities

• Study animal and human health and physiological processes.
• Standardize drug dosages, immunization methods, and procedures for manufacturing drugs and medicinal compounds.
• Consult with health departments, industry personnel, physicians, and others to develop health safety standards and public health improvement programs.
• Prepare and analyze organ, tissue, and cell samples to identify toxicity, bacteria, or microorganisms or to study cell structure.
• Consult and advise physicians, educators, researchers, and others regarding medical applications of physics, biology, and chemistry.
• Plan and direct studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.

Skills

• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches.
• Science: Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to others, taking time to understand, asking appropriate questions, and not interrupting.
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing for the intended audience.
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Other Medical Scientist Job Titles

• Director, Metabolism
• Director, Experimental Medicine
• Senior Scientist
• Clinical Research Director
• Pharmacognosist

Job Outlook

In 2016 there were an estimated 120,000 Medical Scientist jobs in the United States. The field is projected to grow at 13.4% from 2016 to 2026, above the national average.

Salary

Medical Scientists earn between $46,810 and $156,980 per year, with higher salaries in states like New Jersey, Connecticut, and Delaware.

Tools & Technology Used

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Python
• Word processing software
• Microsoft Project
• Spreadsheet software
• Adobe Photoshop
• Database software
• The MathWorks MATLAB
• SAS
• Microsoft Dynamics
• Linux
• Microsoft Publisher
• Microsoft Visual Basic
• FileMaker Pro
• IBM SPSS Statistics
• UNIX
• R