Health Care Sciences
"By working as a biochemist in the Navy, I feel that I have complete control over my career. Also as a Navy Biochemist, I feel that I have the best equipment. I feel I work in the best research laboratories. I also feel that I work with the best people."
Biochemistry
The Navy operates in countless locales. Each presents unique challenges for Sailors and Marines. Navy Research Biochemists and Forensic Toxicologists work behind the scenes to promote the safety of personnel as well as evaluate crucial evidence for military court proceedings. It’s a wide, varied field of specialties offering excellent opportunities for career growth.
Job Description
There are two distinct ways of making a difference in Navy biochemistry.
Research biochemists conduct and manage basic and applied research on biochemical problems of interest to the Navy. Design studies. Develop methodologies. Carry out research. And analyze results.
Forensic toxicologists work in military forensic laboratories, Navy research laboratories or Environmental Preventive Medicine Units. They also teach at the Naval Academy and elsewhere. Manage and direct operations. Use state-of-the-art equipment to identify abuse of drugs in body fluids. Present forensic evidence to lawyers, military judges and members of court-martial proceedings. Study the effects of toxic substances on normal life processes. Test and develop protective equipment for military operations and evaluate exposure limits to chemical compounds.
You may even serve as a member of a deployable Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Environmental (CBRE) Training Team, defending our nation against biological, chemical and nuclear weapons.
Other Benefits
A career here offers comprehensive benefits, including a competitive salary, full medical and dental coverage, a generous retirement income and much more. Explore comprehensive benefits for the Navy Medical Service Corps.
Qualifications
Besides requirements for Active Duty employment consideration in the Navy Medical Service Corps, there are additional requirements for Navy Biochemistry that apply.
Specific Requirements
Doctorate (Ph.D.) or master’s degree from a program of at least two years’ duration with a completed research thesis in one of the following:
- Chemistry (with a strong life sciences background)
- Toxicology
- Pharmacology
- Molecular biology
Preferred Requirements
- Experience in biochemical and analytical chemistry laboratory techniques from graduate training or work experience
- Authorship or co-authorship of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals
- GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale for undergraduate studies, and 3.5 or higher for graduate work
- Ph.D. candidates have an advantage over master’s-level candidates, since most of the Navy job openings require doctorate-level training
Career Outlook
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