Medical scientist
Medical Scientist
A Medical Scientist (pronunciation: /ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈsaɪəntɪst/) is a professional who conducts biomedical research to improve human health. They use clinical trials and other investigative methods to reach their findings.
Etymology
The term "Medical Scientist" is derived from the Latin words 'medicus' meaning 'physician' and 'scientia' meaning 'knowledge'.
Role and Responsibilities
Medical Scientists typically perform the following tasks:
- Design and conduct studies that investigate both human diseases and methods to prevent and treat them
- Prepare and analyze medical samples and data to investigate causes and treatment of toxicity, pathogens, or chronic diseases
- Standardize drug potency, doses, and methods to allow for the mass manufacturing and distribution of drugs and medicinal compounds
- Create and test medical devices
- Develop programs that improve health outcomes, in partnership with health departments, industry personnel, and physicians
Education and Training
Medical Scientists typically require a PhD in biology or a related life science. Some medical scientists get a medical degree instead of, or in addition to, a Ph.D. Medical scientists who also practice as doctors must be licensed to practice medicine and must also pass a medical board examination.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Medical scientist
- Wikipedia's article - Medical scientist
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