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OFFICER

Biomedical Scientist

PUTTING HEALTH FIRST

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Nothing is more important than the health and wellness of our Airmen. Biomedical Scientists in the Air Force are responsible for leading and managing multidisciplinary professional programs to make sure we have the absolute best practices in place for our Airmen and their families.

  • Utilize biomedical sciences background and leadership skill to develop and direct biomedical sciences programs and/or command multidisciplinary healthcare units
  • Develop, evaluate and interpret policies in health-related activities to include areas such as technical training, research, clinical practice, therapeutics and operational support
  • Confer with medical facility commanders and staff members on biomedical information systems requirements and procedures
  • Advise medical facility commanders on establishing, manning, equipping and operating biomedical units and activities

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QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

  • MINIMUM EDUCATION

    • Bachelor’s degree or be within one year of attaining your degree. 

    • A passing score on the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT)

  • QUALIFICATIONS

     
    • Completion of Officer Training School (OTS), Air Force Academy (AFA) or Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC)
    • Must be between the ages of 18 and 42
TRAINING & EDUCATION

TRAINING & EDUCATION

How do we transform you into a leader and an officer in this field? From education to continued training, your Air Force path is here.

  • OFFICER TRAINING SCHOOL

    8.5 weeks

  • MILITARY TRAINING LOCATION

    Maxwell AFB AL