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OCS Mission
Lead DHA R&E’s research strategy, driving scientific direction and research initiatives towards alignment with validated needs and ensuring transition of R&E S&T capability to support Joint Force operational medicine, warfighter readiness and the Military Health System.
OCS Vision
Sustain fighting strength, increase warfighter readiness, and maintain lethality of the Joint Force by advancing, through cutting-edge scientific research, the rapid delivery and implementation of innovative medical solutions for the Military Health System.
OCS Functions
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Strategic Vision Research & Planning
Define and lead a long-term scientific and medical research strategy for the DHA R&E, integrating it with key stakeholders and aligning to requirements and capability development for successful transition of research outputs.
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Scientific Contribution & Evaluation
Evaluate emerging trends in medical research and incorporate into strategy and plans. Mentor scientific talent and provide opportunities for scientists to engage in broadening assignments.
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Advisory and Division Support
Provide expert scientific advice and strategic leadership to DHA senior leaders, overseeing program reviews, setting evaluation metrics, collaborating on planning/program/budgeting, and leading advisory groups to ensure impactful medical research investments.
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Technology Transfer Oversight
Provide expert scientific advice and strategic leadership to DHA senior leaders, overseeing program reviews, setting evaluation metrics, collaborating on planning/program/budgeting, and leading advisory groups to ensure impactful medical research investments.
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External Collaboration & Engagement
Represent DHA R&E in scientific collaborations, lead engagements with capability development communities, and foster productive relationships with research partners across federal government, academia, and industry |
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Last Updated: March 27, 2026