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Medical Scientist
Medical Scientists conduct research aimed at improving human health, designing studies, running laboratory research techniques, and analyzing data to understand diseases and evaluate potential treatments. Often holding a PhD or MD, they frequently contribute to clinical trial design and must secure funding through grant writing while publishing findings in scientific writing and journals. They work in universities, pharmaceutical companies, and government research institutions, driving the science behind new drugs, diagnostics, and therapies.
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Medical Scientist, Saint-Peterburg
Gilead Sciences
Full-time · Russian Federation - St. Petersburg
This is a scientific and medical strategy role in HIV therapeutics at a major pharmaceutical company, suited for someone with advanced health sciences training who can guide clinical decisions, develop key opinion leader relationships, and execute medical affairs initiatives across Russia.
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Where Medical Scientists commonly go next: Research Director.
Head of Research, DataLab
Protege
Remote
Lead Protege's DataLab research function, defining the research agenda on AI training data challenges and building systems to evaluate dataset quality and model performance. This role suits experienced research leaders who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on technical work, manage a growing team, and translate findings into product impact.
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Director of Research, Text to Speech
Deepgram
Ann Arbor, MI · $213,000 – $328,300 · Remote
This role leads Deepgram's text-to-speech research program from strategy through production, owning the technical roadmap and building a team of researchers to advance speech-generation quality. It suits experienced speech-synthesis researchers comfortable with hands-on technical leadership, fast-moving environments, and shipping models to production at scale.
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Director, Athlete Intelligence - Biomechanics and Athlete Immersion
Under Armour
Full-time · Baltimore, MD
Lead Under Armour's biomechanics and athlete immersion research teams to uncover unmet athlete needs and translate scientific findings into footwear and performance innovations. This role suits experienced researchers with deep expertise in sport biomechanics, footwear design, and the ability to connect athlete insights to commercial product development.
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Senior Director, Discovery Sciences & Technologies
Gilead Sciences
Full-time · United States - California - Foster City · $261,375 – $338,250
This senior leadership role oversees drug discovery assay development, high-throughput screening, and emerging technologies across Gilead's research portfolio, requiring deep expertise in protein-ligand interactions and a track record of advancing programs from initial screening to clinical candidates. The position demands both scientific excellence in managing complex discovery projects and people leadership skills to mentor senior scientists and foster innovation across therapeutic areas.
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Program Support Center, Department of Health and Human Services
Washington, District of Columbia; Atlanta, Georgia; Salt Lake City, Utah; Seattle, Washington; Phoenix, Arizona; Los Angeles, California; San Francisco, California; Denver, Colorado; Miami, Florida; Chicago, Illinois; Indianapolis, Indiana; New Orleans, Louisiana; Boston, Massachusetts; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Kansas City, Missouri; Albuquerque, New Mexico; New York, New York; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Portland, Oregon; Austin, Texas; Charleston, South Carolina · $126,384 – $164,301
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Biologist (Seasonal)
National Park Service
Internship · Whiskeytown, CA · $30 – $38 / hour
This seasonal position assists with biological field research and natural resource management, supporting vegetation and wildlife projects through field data collection and compliance work. It suits candidates with field biology experience who can work independently in remote settings and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
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Physician - Geriatrics & Extended Care
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Vancouver, WA · $259,368 – $315,000
A physician position in geriatric and extended care medicine at a VA Medical Center, serving patients across the spectrum of skilled nursing, long-term care, and palliative care in a Community Living Center. This role suits physicians board-certified in geriatrics, internal medicine, or family medicine who want stable federal employment with strong benefits and educational loan repayment options.
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Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Full-time · Redstone Arsenal, Alabama · $145,000 – $335,000
A family medicine physician will lead the primary care team at an Army medical facility in Alabama, providing outpatient care across all ages and performing minor procedures and assessments. The role suits physicians seeking a structured clinical environment with leadership opportunities and a defined patient population.
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Research Scientist
KLA-Tencor
Ann Arbor, MI
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PHYSICIAN (INTERNAL MEDICINE/DISABILITY EVALUATION)
Air Force Review Boards Agency
Andrews AFB, Maryland · $123,007 – $315,000
This senior medical advisor role serves the Air Force Review Boards Agency, providing expert guidance on medical determinations in disability evaluations and personnel appeals. It suits experienced physicians with substantial background in military medical policy, disability assessment, and federal administrative law.
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Physician
National Institutes of Health
Montgomery County, Maryland · $143,913 – $350,000
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Pharmacist
Indian Health Service
Camp Verde, Arizona; Chinle, Arizona; Cibecue, Arizona; Inscription House, Arizona; Kayenta, Arizona; Maricopa, Arizona; McNary, Arizona; Parker, Arizona; Peach Springs, Arizona; Phoenix, Arizona; Pinon, Arizona; Polacca, Arizona; Red Mesa, Arizona; Sacaton, Arizona; Supai, Arizona; Tsaile, Arizona; Whiteriver, Arizona; Davis, California; Havasu Lake, California; Hemet, California; Riverside, California; Winterhaven, California; Towaoc, Colorado; Fort Hall, Idaho; Lawrence, Kansas; Mashpee, Massachusetts; Cass Lake, Minnesota; Naytahwaush, Minnesota; Ogema, Minnesota; Ponemah, Minnesota; Ponsford, Minnesota; Red Lake, Minnesota; Browning, Montana; Crow Agency, Montana; Harlem, Montana; Hays, Montana; Heart Butte, Montana; Lame Deer, Montana; Lodge Grass, Montana; Poplar, Montana; Pryor, Montana; Wolf Point, Montana; Cherokee, North Carolina; Belcourt, North Dakota; Cannon Ball, North Dakota; Fort Yates, North Dakota; Winnebago, Nebraska; Acoma, New Mexico; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Bernalillo, New Mexico; Bloomfield, New Mexico; Cochiti Pueblo, New Mexico; Crownpoint, New Mexico; Cuba, New Mexico; Dulce, New Mexico; Espanola, New Mexico; Gallup, New Mexico; Mescalero, New Mexico; San Felipe Pueblo, New Mexico; San Fidel, New Mexico; Sanostee, New Mexico; Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico; Santa Fe, New Mexico; Shiprock, New Mexico; Taos, New Mexico; Thoreau, New Mexico; Toadlena, New Mexico; Tohatchi, New Mexico; Zia Indian Reservation, New Mexico; Zuni, New Mexico; Elko, Nevada; Moapa, Nevada; Wadsworth, Nevada; Lockport, New York; Manlius, New York; Anadarko, Oklahoma; Carnegie, Oklahoma; Clinton, Oklahoma; El Reno, Oklahoma; Lawton, Oklahoma; Pawnee, Oklahoma; Watonga, Oklahoma; Wewoka, Oklahoma; Salem, Oregon; Warm Springs, Oregon; Rock Hill, South Carolina; Bullhead, South Dakota; Eagle Butte, South Dakota; Fort Thompson, South Dakota; Kyle, South Dakota; Lower Brule, South Dakota; Manderson, South Dakota; Martin, South Dakota; McLaughlin, South Dakota; Mobridge, South Dakota; Pine Ridge, South Dakota; Rosebud, South Dakota; Sisseton, South Dakota; Wagner, South Dakota; Wakpala, South Dakota; Wanblee, South Dakota; Fort Duchesne, Utah; Aylett, Virginia; Charles City, Virginia; Indian Neck, Virginia; Madison Heights, Virginia; Providence Forge, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia; Suffolk, Virginia; Auburn, Washington; Forks, Washington; Nespelem, Washington; Spokane, Washington; Toppenish, Washington; Wapato, Washington; Wellpinit, Washington; White Swan, Washington · $127,590 – $175,945
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Epidemiologist
IQVIA
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Head Compounding Pharmacist, Non-Sterile
Hims and Hers
New Albany, OH
Hims & Hers seeks a Head Compounding Pharmacist to oversee the strategic development and day-to-day operations of their non-sterile compounding pharmacy, supervising staff and ensuring quality and safety across all formulation work. This role suits an experienced compounding pharmacist ready to lead a team, mentor technicians, and collaborate with R&D on new treatments while maintaining strict regulatory compliance.
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