Haisook
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Hi docs,
I'm an International Medical student; I'm currently preparing for Step 2 CK while studying at my medical school.
I'm interested in Medical Research Work. I want to be a medical lab worker rather than a doctor. Stuff related to practical experiments (e.g. cancer studies) and the like. I've heard that it's not necessary to be medically licensed in order to work in such fields i.e. it's possible to work as a medical lab worker without passing the USMLE.
Of course I'm not sure if this is true or not. I'd like to hear your opinions about that. Are there any specific things I need to do in order to qualify for that field?
The second point I'm curious about is the average income/salary as opposed to that of a medical GP for instance, and if it's as high or less.
Finally, I'd like to hear your thoughts about this topic as a whole. Would you prefer to work in a medical research field? Any downsides it's got? Any advantages?
I'm eager to hear your replies. 
Thanks.
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| dowjunk
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Plz note this is not an expert opinion. But just for your info, all fields have their pros n cons. Same goes with urs!
There are no short cuts to success, my consultants tell me. Yes as soon as you get your degree, you can get a post-doctoral researchship in healthy programs, irrespective of ur steps. But part1 does make your CV, look great. You can start applying now, if you want. Visit univ. homesites and find that research/postdoctoral links...n there you go. Its good if you can have a molec. lab xperience in ur home country, these times. Plus a microlab xperience is a cool addition. Do try to get a publication, atleast 1......as it does make a difference. But post-doc work gives u early bucks, but it wont make you a stable scientist!
One of the ppl I know is a pathologist in US, earns good...but no comparison e a doc. Only if you ve made ur mark in the field, money flows in.
An admission in a Phd program in US after GRE, can be an option, infact a better 1.
If u are in a hurry, get a post-doc slot, may b for 2yrs. Join a phd prog then......and so on. Thats my advice.
Hope it helps.
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| Haisook
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Thanks for your reply, dowjunk.
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| Haisook
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Any other thoughts by the users in here?
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| dementeddoc
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Good info given by dowjunk. I have been looking up such websites too but most of them require molecular/biochem experience and never recieved any response to my emails maybe because I dont fit their requirements.
Havent been able to find any clinical research yet. Would be great if u can post any links which you may have. Thanx.
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