Biochemist

U.S. Army Biochemist (71B): Delivering Critical Medical Research Are you a Biochemistry professional looking to make a difference? The U.S. Army provides opportunities to apply your skills while serving your nation. Outstanding Opportunities As a Biochemist for the U.S. Army, you will provide breakthrough discoveries in biochemistry and physiology within the U.S. Army healthcare community. You will be responsible for the planning and execution of clinical laboratory testing, testing to determine the safety of drugs of abuse, and medical research to support the Army missions. Through the Army, you will work with top specialists in your field to expand upon best practices and grow as a biochemistry and physiology professional. And, if you choose to serve in the Army Reserve, you will be able to serve your country as needed while still supporting your community. Regardless of how you serve, a career as an Army Biochemist allows you to serve the Army in critical ways. Outstanding Benefits When you join the Army Medical Service Corps, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of our Soldiers and the country at large while gaining access to invaluable opportunities, like supporting humanitarian missions, leadership training and a competitive benefit package. Benefits may include: ★ Repayment of qualified education loans to lending institution, paid annually over a maximum of three years while serving ★ Based on your field of concentration, you may be eligible for board certification pay (BCP), paid prorated monthly ★ Travel opportunities, to include humanitarian missions ★ Up to 30 days of paid vacation earned annually ★ Enrollment in a military retirement system that blends the traditional legacy retirement pension with a defined contribution to service members’ Thrift Savings Plan account ★ No- to low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family ★ Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges ★ Specialized training to become a leader in medicine Eligibility Requirements ★ Must have a PhD in human physiology or in a biological science specialty is required to serve as a Biochemist ★ Must be a U.S. citizen for Active Duty ★ Must be a permanent U.S. resident to serve in Army Reserve Have questions or want more information? To find out more information about becoming an Army Biochemist, visit www.goarmy.com/amedd. You may also reach out to your local Army Healthcare Recruiter to learn how you can get started on your journey in Army medicine.