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http://science.education.nih.gov/LifeWorks

Less than $25,000 per year

Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers 
Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine post-operative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists. High school or associates degree.

$35,000 - $45,000 per year

Biological Technician 
Assist Biological and Medical scientists in laboratories. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs. BS or MS.

Cardiovascular Technologist and Technician 
Conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary-functions, lung capacity, and similar tests.

Health and Medical Science Museum Curator 
Oversee health and medical science museum collections and historical sites; acquire items through purchases, gifts, field exploration, and intermuseum exchanges; conduct research, and design and prepare exhibits. BS or MS

$45,000 - $70,000 per year

Biomedical Engineer 
Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and evaluation of biological and health systems and products, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information systems, and health management and care delivery systems.  PhDs make $80,000 or above. 
 

Cytotechnologist 
According to the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) "A cytotechnologist (CT) is a laboratory specialist who is responsible for examining human cell samples under the microscope for early signs of cancer and other diseases." BS 
 

Epidemiologist 
Investigate and describe the causes and distribution of diseases, disabilities, and other health outcomes. They also develop methods of disease prevention and control. PhDs make $80,000 or above.

Genetic Counselor 
Genetic counselors often work in clinical practice with prenatal, pediatric, adult, and/or cancer genetics patients. They are members of healthcare teams that provide information and support to families whose members may have or are at risk of having various genetic conditions. Many genetic counselors are involved in education of health care professionals as well as the general population.  PhDs make $80,000 or above.

Medical Illustrator 
Create material designed to facilitate the recording and dissemination of medical and scientific knowledge through visual communication media. 
 

Public Relations Specialist 
Public relations specialists—also referred to as communications specialists and media specialists, among other titles—serve as advocates for businesses, nonprofit associations, universities, hospitals, and other organizations, and build and maintain positive relationships with the public. 
 

Science Writer 
Science and medical writers prepare a range of formal documents presenting detailed information on the physical or medical sciences. They convey research findings for scientific or medical professions and organize information for advertising or public relations needs.  A science writer with a PhD or MD makes $75,000 or above. 
 

$60,000 - $80,000 per year

Pathologists' Assistant 
According to the American Association of Pathologists' Assistants (AAPA), "A pathologists' assistant is an intensively trained allied health professional who provides anatomic pathology services under the supervision of a pathologist (MD with board certification in Anatomic Pathology)." The pathologists' assistant's tasks consist primarily of gross examination of surgical pathology specimens and performance of autopsies. 
 

Physical Therapist 
Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and decrease or prevent deformity of patients suffering from disease or injury. 
 

More than $80,000 per year

Immunologist 
According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), "an immunologist is a research scientist who investigates the immune system of vertebrates (including the human immune system). Immunologists include research scientists (Ph.D.) who work in laboratories. Immunologists also include physicians (M.D.) who, for example, treat patients with immune system disorders. Some immunologists are physician-scientists who combine laboratory research with patient care." 
 

Biochemist 
Research or study chemical composition and processes of living organisms that affect vital processes -- such as growth and aging -- to determine chemical actions and effects on organisms such as the action of foods, drugs, or other substances on body functions and tissues. PhDs can work in industry or as a professor in a university. 
 

Patent Lawyer 
Represents clients in legal proceedings, draws up legal documents, and manages or advises clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law. 
 

Pediatrician 
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent children's diseases and injuries.  Requires a Medical Degree 
 

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