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Re:Ask HN: Where can I find a software job that helps society? by scottalpert on Tuesday November 12, 2013 @03:59PM (#6721016)
Volunteering's good. I do it. But ya gotta earn a living somehow.

And yes, biomed is a good space to do well while doing good.

Re:Ask HN: Where can I find a software job that helps society? by RougeFemme on Tuesday November 12, 2013 @08:27PM (#6722739)
http://unos.org/ - primary mission is to maintain organ transplant lists.

You won't get rich, but you'll have money left over after paying your bills.

Vision statement

To promote long, healthy and productive lives for persons with organ failure by promoting maximized organ supply, effective and safe care, and equitable organ allocation and access to transplantation.

Mission statement

To advance organ availability and transplantation by uniting and supporting its communities for the benefit of patients through education, technology and policy development.