James Ferrenberg
Researchers in molecular diagnostics develop tests and methods to identify a disease or the predisposition for a disease by analyzing the DNA or RNA of an infectious organism (virus, bacteria, or parasite). James Ferrenberg is a Research Consultant with the University of Washington, doing research and development for the Molecular Diagnostics lab in the Virology Division.
To learn more about his background and work, read the PDF transcript of the interview with James Ferrenberg or download the PowerPoint presentation.
James Ferrenberg works at the University of Washington Department of Medicine, Molecular Diagnostics Testing: http://depts.washington.edu/labweb/Divisions/Viro/MolPCR.htm
To learn about job prospects, what medical scientists do, and salary information for careers in medical science and research, visit the US Bureau of Labor Statistics: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/Life-Physical-and-Social-Science/Medical-scientists.htm
Learn more about Laboratory Sciences from the Career Overview available from the Mayo Clinic: http://www.mayo.edu/mshs/lab-career.html