The strength to heal our nation's defenders.
ACTIVE ENTOMOLOGIST
Your knowledge of insects and their behavior can make a difference in the health, morale and overall environment of our Soldiers. When you serve your country as an entomologist and Officer on the U.S. Army Health Care Team, you'll conduct research, perform pest management and provide impor...
The strength to heal our nation's defenders
ACTIVE ENTOMOLOGIST
Your knowledge of insects and their behavior can make a difference in the health, morale and overall environment of our Soldiers. When you serve your country as an entomologist and Officer on the U.S. Army Health Care Team, you'll conduct research, perform pest management and provide important information to our leaders regarding biological hazards around the globe
Benefits include:
- Paid continuing education
- 30 days of paid vacation earned annually
- Non-contributory retirement benefits with 20 years of qualifying service
- No-cost or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family
- Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges
- Flexible, portable retirement savings and investment plan similar to a 401(k)
- Privileges that come with being an Officer in the U.S. Army
- Training to become a leader in your field
Requirements include:
- Master's degree in entomology or biological science with a major in entomology from an accredited program acceptable to the Surgeon General
- Between 21 and 42 years of age (health care professionals ages 43 to 60 are now eligible for a two-year service contract under the OAPP program)
- U.S. citizenship
RESERVE ENTOMOLOGIST
As an entomologist and Officer, you'll play an important role on the U.S. Army Reserve Health Care Team. Your knowledge of insects, pest management and disease prevention can improve a Soldier's quality of life. When you practice in your community and serve when needed, you'll develop skills that will enhance the work you do every day.
Benefits include:
- Health Professionals Special Pay of $30,000, paid in three annual increments of $10,000
- Up to $50,000 in education loan repayments through the Health Professionals Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP); paid in three annual installments
- Paid continuing education and training
- Non-contributory retirement benefits at age 60 with 20 years of qualifying service
- Low-cost life and dental insurance
- Travel opportunities, including humanitarian missions
- Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges
- Flexible, portable retirement savings and investment plan similar to a 401(k)
- Privileges that come with being an Officer in the U.S. Army
- Training to become a leader in your field
Requirements include:
- Master's degree in entomology or biological sciences with a major in entomology from an accredited program acceptable to the Surgeon General
- Between 21 and 42 years of age (health care professionals ages 43 to 60 are now eligible for a two-year service contract under the OAPP program)
- Permanent U.S. residency
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