This list includes only a few of the many careers available in biomedicine. Additionally, there are many other careers that can be pursued that will allow you to be connected to science without directly entering into traditional careers in healthcare and research. Biomedical research scientists are researchers who are interested in medicine and health. They study drugs, genetics, diseases, the environment and other areas related to human or animal health. They have been responsible for the creation of new vaccines, development of new treatments for diseases, environmental safeguards, and new diagnostic equipment.
Most research scientists have bachelor s degrees in science-related fields.
Advanced degree programs include classroom and fieldwork, laboratory research, and a dissertation or thesis. The Ph.D. degree in science is the minimum education required for most senior-level research science positions. However, many biomedical research scientists start with a master s degree. In conjunction with formal education, research scientists usually spend several years gaining work experience before they are offered permanent jobs. Public health or health services researchers are those interested in research that assures the public s health through health protection, health promotion and disease control.