Microbiologist

Army Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education loan repayment

Travel opportunities

Up to 30 days paid vacation

Thrift Savings Plan retirement

Low-cost medical and dental care

commissary and post exchange shopping

Specialized training

Job summary

The U.S. Army is seeking a Microbiologist (71A) to conduct scientific research on microorganisms within the Army healthcare system. You will supervise lab operations and test procedures, guiding research in a world-class environment.

You will share expert insights with the global health community, attend trainings and conferences, and potentially serve in the Army Reserve while supporting humanitarian and mission-driven objectives.

Qualifications

• PhD required in microbiology, virology, bacteriology, parasitology, immunology, molecular biology, or biomedical engineering.
• Must be a U.S. citizen to serve as Active Duty.
• Must have permanent U.S. residency to serve in the Army Reserve.

Responsibilities

• Perform scientific research of microorganisms within the U.S. Army healthcare network.
• Supervise laboratory operations and testing as needed.
• Provide expert advice on research findings to the global health community.
• Attend trainings and conferences with other top microbiologists.

Skills

Microbiology expertise

Laboratory leadership

Research analysis

Education

PhD in Microbiology or related field

Job description

U.S. Army Microbiologists (71A): Providing Research and Solutions on a Global Level

Passionate about Microbiology and seeking ways to prevent the spread of infectious diseases? The U.S. Army offers exciting opportunities to apply your skills as a Microbiologist (71A).

As a Microbiologist for the U.S. Army, you will be responsible for the scientific research of microorganisms in the U.S. Army healthcare community. You may supervise, test, and conduct research in one of the world’s largest healthcare organizations. As a leader, you could manage laboratory operations and provide expert advice on your research to the global health community. Through the U.S. Army, you will gain experiences and develop your skills by attending trainings and conferences with other top Microbiologists in the field. And, if you choose to serve in the Army Reserve, you will be able to serve your country as needed while still supporting your community.

Regardless of how you serve, a career as an Army Microbiologist allows you to serve the Army in critical ways.

When you join the Army Medical Service Corps, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of our Soldiers and the country at large while gaining access to invaluable opportunities, like supporting humanitarian missions, leadership training and a competitive benefit package.

Benefits may include:

• Repayment of qualified education loans to lending institution, paid annually over a maximum of three years while serving. An Active Duty Obligation (ADO) is incurred
• Travel opportunities, to include humanitarian missions
• Up to 30 days of paid vacation earned annually
• Enrollment in a military retirement system that blends the traditional legacy retirement pension with a defined contribution to service members’ Thrift Savings Plan account
• No- to low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family
• Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges
• Specialized training to become a leader in medicine

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have a PhD degree in microbiology, virology, bacteriology, parasitology, immunology, molecular biology, or biomedical engineering
• Must be a U.S. citizen to serve as Active Duty
• Must have a permanent U.S. residency serve in the Army Reserve

Have questions or want more information?

To find out more information about becoming a Microbiologist in the U.S. Army, visit www.goarmy.com/medicine. You may also reach out to your local Army Healthcare Recruiter to learn how you can get started on your journey as an Army Microbiologist.