Chemistry
If you love Chemistry, here are some of the most suitable careers for you. These careers use their knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo in their job. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
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Chemical Equipment Operators And Tenders
operate or tend equipment to control chemical changes or reactions in the processing of industrial or consumer products. Equipment used includes devulcanizers, steam-jacketed kettles, and reactor vessels.
$53330
No degree required
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Water And Wastewater Treatment Plant And System Operators
operate or control an entire process or system of machines, often through the use of control boards, to transfer or treat water or wastewater.
$51890
No degree required
High job satisfaction
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OHS Specialists
review, evaluate, and analyze work environments and design programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical, and biological agents or ergonomic factors. May conduct inspections and enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals. May be employed in the public or private sector. Includes environmental protection officers.
$78110
Bachelor’s degree
High job satisfaction
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Nurse Anesthetists
administer anesthesia, monitor patient’s vital signs, and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia. May assist anesthesiologists, surgeons, other physicians, or dentists. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.
$189190
Master’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
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Environmental Science Professors
teach courses in environmental science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
$94520
Doctoral degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
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Chemistry Professors
teach courses pertaining to the chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances. Work may include providing instruction in the methods of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
$94630
Master’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
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Biology Professors
teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
$101320
Doctoral degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
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Chemical Technicians
conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for research and development of new products or processes, quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of chemistry and related sciences.
$53700
Associate’s degree
Strong job growth
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Chemists
conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.
$86410
Bachelor’s degree
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Materials Scientists
research and study the structures and chemical properties of various natural and synthetic or composite materials, including metals, alloys, rubber, ceramics, semiconductors, polymers, and glass. Determine ways to strengthen or combine materials or develop new materials with new or specific properties for use in a variety of products and applications. Includes glass scientists, ceramic scientists, metallurgical scientists, and polymer scientists.
$104450
Bachelor’s degree
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Molecular and Cellular Biologists
research and study cellular molecules and organelles to understand cell function and organization.
$89910
Doctoral degree
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Biochemists and Biophysicists
study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.
$104810
Doctoral degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
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Food Scientists and Technologists
use chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and other sciences to study the principles underlying the processing and deterioration of foods; analyze food content to determine levels of vitamins, fat, sugar, and protein; discover new food sources; research ways to make processed foods safe, palatable, and healthful; and apply food science knowledge to determine best ways to process, package, preserve, store, and distribute food.
$80190
Bachelor’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
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Nano Engineering Technologists
implement production processes for nanoscale designs to produce or modify materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition. Operate advanced microscopy equipment to manipulate nanoscale objects. Work under the supervision of nanoengineering staff.
$67640
Doctoral degree
High job satisfaction
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Animal Scientists
conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.
$74540
Doctoral degree
Strong job growth
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Nanosystems Engineers
design, develop, or supervise the production of materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition, applying principles of nanoscale physics and electrical, chemical, or biological engineering.
$107060
Master’s degree
High job satisfaction
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Fuel Cell Engineers
design, evaluate, modify, or construct fuel cell components or systems for transportation, stationary, or portable applications.
$95560
Bachelor’s degree
High job satisfaction
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Materials Engineers
evaluate materials and develop machinery and processes to manufacture materials for use in products that must meet specialized design and performance specifications. Develop new uses for known materials. Includes those engineers working with composite materials or specializing in one type of material, such as graphite, metal and metal alloys, ceramics and glass, plastics and polymers, and naturally occurring materials. Includes metallurgists and metallurgical engineers, ceramic engineers, and welding engineers.
$100550
Bachelor’s degree
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Environmental Engineers
research, design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology.
$96890
Master’s degree
Strong job growth
High job satisfaction
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Chemical Engineers
design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper, and pulp, by applying principles and technology of chemistry, physics, and engineering.
$114820
Bachelor’s degree
High job satisfaction
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Biofuels Development Managers
define, plan, or execute biofuels/biodiesel research programs that evaluate alternative feedstock and process technologies with near-term commercial potential.
$158100
Bachelor’s degree
High job satisfaction
