Medical Entomologist

Medical Entomologist – U.S. Navy Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP)

Organization

United States Navy – Navy Medicine

Job Type

Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP) / Commissioned Officer Opportunity

Location

Nationwide Opportunities | Graduate Students in Entomology or Related Biological Sciences

Overview

The United States Navy is seeking highly motivated graduate students in Entomology, Biology, Environmental Health, Vector Biology, or related scientific disciplines to serve as commissioned officers through the Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP).

The HSCP provides financial support and active-duty benefits to qualified students while they complete their graduate education and prepare to become officers in Navy Medicine. This program offers students the opportunity to receive a monthly salary and military benefits while pursuing advanced education and preparing for a rewarding career supporting global public health and operational readiness.

Upon completion of educational and commissioning requirements, participants may serve as Navy Medical Entomologists responsible for protecting Sailors, Marines, and deployed forces from vector-borne diseases and environmental health threats worldwide.

Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP) Incentives

Selected applicants may receive:

• Full active-duty pay and allowances while attending school
• Monthly salary based on rank and time in service
• Housing allowance (BAH)
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Paid vacation time
• Time in service credited toward military retirement
• Leadership training and professional development
• Access to military facilities and support services
• Financial stability while completing graduate education

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Navy Medical Entomologist, responsibilities may include:

• Conducting vector surveillance and disease prevention programs
• Identifying and controlling insects and pests that threaten force health protection
• Supporting operational readiness through environmental health assessments
• Advising commanders on vector-borne disease risks and mitigation strategies
• Conducting field investigations and public health inspections
• Supporting humanitarian missions and global health initiatives
• Collaborating with preventive medicine and environmental health teams worldwide

Requirements to Become a Navy Commissioned Officer

Applicants must generally meet the following qualifications:

• United States citizen
• Accepted to or enrolled in an accredited graduate program related to Entomology or Biological Sciences
• Meet Navy medical and physical fitness standards
• Eligible to obtain a security clearance
• Demonstrate strong moral character and leadership potential
• Able to commission before age 42 (waivers may be considered)
• Successfully complete Navy officer accession requirements

U.S. Navy Pay and Benefits

In addition to HSCP educational incentives, Navy Officers may receive:

• Competitive military pay
• Housing allowance (BAH)
• Food allowance (BAS)
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• 30 days paid vacation annually
• Retirement benefits and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) options
• Continuing education and training opportunities
• Leadership and management experience
• Worldwide travel and duty opportunities
• Access to military facilities and support programs

Potential Duty Stations

Navy Medical Entomologists may serve at military medical centers, preventive medicine units, research facilities, and operational commands worldwide, including locations such as:

• Jacksonville, Florida
• San Diego, California
• Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
• Portsmouth, Virginia
• Bethesda, Maryland
• Okinawa, Japan
• Guam
• Bahrain
• Rota, Spain
• Naples, Italy
• Overseas preventive medicine and environmental health units

Duty stations are assigned based on the needs of the Navy and mission requirements.

Why Navy Medicine?

Navy Medicine offers Medical Entomologists the opportunity to apply scientific expertise in operational and global health environments while developing leadership skills early in their careers. Navy Entomologists play a critical role in protecting military personnel from infectious diseases and environmental hazards around the world.

How to Apply

Qualified students interested in learning more about the Health Services Collegiate Program are encouraged to apply or contact LTJG Rafeal Ramirez at Rafeal.t.ramirez.mil@us.navy.mil or 617-872-7580 for additional information regarding eligibility, benefits, and the commissioning process.

Serve with purpose. Lead with excellence. Protect global force health with Navy Medicine.