This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
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- Master of Medical Science
- Master of Health Leadership and Management (Extension)/Master of Infectious Diseases Intelligence
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Infection and Immunity)
- Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours)
- Bachelor of Science (Pathology)
- Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Biomedical Science)
- Master of Laboratory Medicine
- Bachelor of Medical Research
- Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry)
- Master of Health Research
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science
- Bachelor of Science (Genetics and Genomics)
- Bachelor of Medical Science
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours)
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Human Physiology)
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Neuroscience)
Medical Researcher careers
A Medical Researcher plays a pivotal role in advancing healthcare through scientific investigation, typically working in laboratories or clinical settings where they design and conduct experiments to explore new treatments and therapies. Their duties often include collecting and analysing data, writing research proposals, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards.
Medical Researchers may also participate in clinical trials, contribute to the publication of findings, and engage with stakeholders to translate research into practice.
