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Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

SOC 19-1042.00

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. Includes physicians, dentists, public health specialists, pharmacologists, and medical pathologists who primarily conduct research.

Zone 5 Life, Physical, and Social Science

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Science

4.1

Critical Thinking

4.1

Reading Comprehension

4.0

Active Listening

4.0

Writing

4.0

Speaking

3.9

Complex Problem Solving

3.9

Active Learning

3.8

Knowledge Areas 8

Biology

4.5

English Language

4.2

Medicine and Dentistry

4.1

Administration and Management

3.7

Chemistry

3.6

Mathematics

3.5

Computers and Electronics

3.4

Production and Processing

3.0

Key Tasks

1Plan and direct studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.

2Conduct research to develop methodologies, instrumentation, and procedures for medical application, analyzing data and presenting findings to the scientific audience and general public.

3Study animal and human health and physiological processes.

4Follow strict safety procedures when handling toxic materials to avoid contamination.

5Write and publish articles in scientific journals.

Also Known As

Anatomist Associate Director, Experimental Medicine Cancer Researcher Chemotherapist Clinical Analyst Clinical Assistant Clinical Director Clinical Laboratory Scientist Clinical Liaison Clinical Manager