Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
1790 Dental Science and Research
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Dental science and research specialists use scientific and clinical research methods to study oral biology, dental disease, treatments, and materials. Their research supports evidence based improvements in dental care and education.
Core Skills
- dental research design
- clinical trial management
- oral biology research
- dental materials testing
- statistical data analysis
- research protocol development
- scientific publication
- grant writing
- laboratory methods
- evidence based dentistry
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Dental
- Medical Laboratory
- Project Management
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Career Growth
- Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- State Dental License (DDS/DMD)
What the Work Involves
- Schedule subjects for appointments, procedures, or inpatient stays as required by study protocols.
- Perform specific protocol procedures such as interviewing subjects, taking vital signs, and performing electrocardiograms.
- Prepare study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
- Assess eligibility of potential subjects through methods such as screening interviews, reviews of medical records, or discussions with physicians and nurses.
- Inform patients or caregivers about study aspects and outcomes to be expected.
Related Occupations
- Nanosystems Engineers
- Clinical Data Managers
- Clinical Nurse Specialists
- Health Informatics Specialists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
Report an error on this page