Navy
MEDICAL
Subspecialty
Officer Subspecialty
SCIENTIST
Healthcare Scientist
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Description
Healthcare Scientists apply biological, laboratory, and analytical science to medical research, diagnosis, and patient care. They may work in clinical laboratories, research programs, public health, or healthcare quality operations.
Core Skills
- clinical research methods
- laboratory testing
- biomedical data analysis
- experimental design
- quality control procedures
- scientific literature review
- statistical interpretation
- technical report writing
- healthcare team communication
Common Certifications
- ASCP Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
- ASCP Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB)
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
- Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA)
- Certified in Public Health (CPH)
- American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- MEDICAL LABORATORY
- PUBLIC HEALTH
- CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
- BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASCP Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
- Good Clinical Practice training
- Certified in Public Health (CPH)
Career Growth
- ASCP Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB)
- Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA)
- American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics Certification
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.