Career Details

Chemists

Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.

What You’ll Do

Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, or reactions, using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques.
Prepare test solutions, compounds for laboratory personnel to conduct tests.
Induce changes in composition of substances by introducing heat, light, energy, or chemical catalysts for quantitative or qualitative analysis.

Abilities You’ll Need

Attention Span,Attention to Detail,Categorization,Comparison,Comprehension,Coordination,Dependability,Good Communications,Hands-On Activities,Mathematical Reasoning,Originality,Problem Recognition,Problem Solving,Reasoning

Knowledge You’ll Gain

Chemistry,Computers and Electronics,Customer Service,Engineering and Technology,Mathematics,Production and Processing

What You’ll Earn

Average: $61,690.00

Range

High: $118,760.00

Low : $38,500.00

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Education Needed

4-year Bachelors Degree

Skills

Communication,Computers,Critical Thinking,Dependability,Math Skills,Monitoring,Problem Solving,Teamwork,Time Management

Technology

C++,Computer Aided Design (CAD) Software,Hypertext Markup Language (HTML),Microsoft Office Software