Microbiologist

U.S. Army Microbiologists (71A): Providing Research and Solutions on a Global Level

Passionate about Microbiology and seeking ways to prevent the spread of infectious diseases? The U.S. Army offers exciting opportunities to apply your skills as a Microbiologist (71A).

Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.

Outstanding Opportunities

As a Microbiologist for the U.S. Army, you will be responsible for the scientific research of microorganisms in the U.S. Army healthcare community. You may supervise, test, and conduct research in one of the world's largest healthcare organizations. As a leader, you could manage laboratory operations and provide expert advice on your research to the global health community. Through the U.S. Army, you will gain experiences and develop your skills by attending trainings and conferences with other top Microbiologists in the field. And, if you choose to serve in the Army Reserve, you will be able to serve your country as needed while still supporting your community.

Regardless of how you serve, a career as an Army Microbiologist allows you to serve the Army in critical ways.

Outstanding Benefits

When you join the Army Medical Service Corps, you'll be making a difference in the lives of our Soldiers and the country at large while gaining access to invaluable opportunities, like supporting humanitarian missions, leadership training and a competitive benefit package.

Benefits may include:

Repayment of qualified education loans to lending institution, paid annually over a maximum of three years while serving. An Active Duty Obligation (ADO) is incurred

Travel opportunities, to include humanitarian missions

Up to 30 days of paid vacation earned annually

Enrollment in a military retirement system that blends the traditional legacy retirement pension with a defined contribution to service members' Thrift Savings Plan account

No- to low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family

Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges

Specialized training to become a leader in medicine

Eligibility Requirements

Must have a PhD degree in microbiology, virology, bacteriology, parasitology, immunology, molecular biology, or biomedical engineering

Must be a U.S. citizen to serve as Active Duty

Must have a permanent U.S. residency serve in the Army Reserve

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