Description
Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities.
Interests
- Investigative
- Realistic
- Conventional
Work Values
- Achievement
- Recognition
- Independence
Work Styles
- Analytical Thinking
- Innovation
- Integrity
- Attention to Detail
- Achievement/Effort
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.
Work Activities
- Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
- Thinking Creatively
- Getting Information
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Detailed Work Activities
- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
- Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
- Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
- Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Technology Skills
- Analytical or scientific software
- Presentation software
- Data base user interface and query software
- Development environment software
- Electronic mail software
Abilities
- Inductive Reasoning
- Oral Expression
- Written Expression
- Category Flexibility
- Deductive Reasoning
Skills
- Writing
- Active Learning
- Science
- Speaking
- Active Listening
Knowledge
- Biology
- English Language
- Medicine and Dentistry
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Board Certified in BiofeedbackCertifying Organization
Biofeedback Certification International Alliance
Type
Specialty
Certificate name
Certified Physician InvestigatorCertifying Organization
Association of Clinical Research Professionals
Type
Specialty
Certificate name
Certified Industrial Environmental ToxicologistCertifying Organization
National Registry of Environmental Professionals
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Medical ToxicologyCertifying Organization
American Board of Emergency Medicine
Type
Specialty
Certificate name
DiplomateCertifying Organization
American Board of Medical Laboratory Immunology
Type
Advanced
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $63,296 |
| Median (50%) | $88,717 |
| High (90%) | $198,147 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $90,404 |
| Mid Level | $140,324 |
| Senior Level | $156,973 |
| Expert Level | $208,274 |
Employability
There are currently 146,600 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 163,400 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 12%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 12%
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