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Research scientists in health and medicine study diseases, drugs, microorganisms, genetics, and many other areas of human and animal health. They develop new treatments or new understanding of diseases and environmental hazards. Modern medicines, inoculations against infections diseases, and food preservative processes were all developed by research scientists. Specialization
Medical research scientists may specialize in many different areas of health and medicine. Among these are:
Environment Research scientists usually work in research laboratories at universities, in private industry, and at government agencies. Prep General college preparation is recommended. Coursework should include three math classes including algebra I, algebra II, and geometry (or a higher level math course for which algebra II is a prerequisite), three science courses including one biological science, one physical science, and one lab course, four English units, and two social studies units. If available, students should take two years of a foreign language. It is recommended that a student be enrolled in a health services endorsement area if available. This is defined as a broad course of study that allows students to explore career opportunities and apply academic knowledge and skills in health services. Academic A doctoral degree in a science is the minimum education required for prospective medical scientists. A doctoral degree qualifies one to do research on basic life processes or on particular medical problems or diseases, and to analyze and interpret the results of experiments. Medical research scientists who administer drug or gene therapy to human patients, or who otherwise interact medically with patients, must have a medical degree. It is particularly helpful for medical research scientists to earn both a PhD and an MD/DO degree. Earning Potential $54,192.00 - $99,924.00
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