Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

Medical scientists work in laboratories and research facilities, investigating human diseases and developing new treatments to improve health outcomes. They design and conduct experiments using specialized equipment, cell cultures, laboratory animals, and sometimes human tissue samples to understand how diseases develop and progress. These researchers spend their days analyzing data, documenting findings, writing detailed reports, and preparing research papers for publication in scientific journals. They often collaborate with other scientists, physicians, and research teams to share insights and coordinate complex studies.