Careers in Chemistry

A degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related majors can provide opportunities for many exciting careers. In addition, a chemistry degree can be used as a pre-medical option and can lead to an additional professional degree. Explore the links below to see descriptions of various careers from the American Chemical Society.

Biochemistry

Biochemistry
Biotechnology
Agricultural Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Food and Flavor Chemistry
Medicinal Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Water Chemistry

Education

Chemical Education
Chemical Information Specialists
Science Writing

Sales

Chemical Sales
Chemical Technology
Consulting
R&D Management
Materials Science

Environmental Chemistry

Environmental Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Oil and Petroleum
Water Chemistry
Geochemistry
Hazardous Waste Management

Research Chemistry

Analytical Chemistry
Consulting
Colloid and Surface Chemistry
Consumer Product Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Materials Science
Organic Chemistry
Oil and Petroleum
Physical Chemistry
Pulp and Paper Chemistry
Textile Chemistry
Water Chemistry

Industrial Chemistry

Catalysis
Chemical Engineering
Consulting
Consumer Product Chemistry
Hazardous Waste Management
Inorganic Chemistry
Materials Science
Organic Chemistry
Oil and Petroleum
Physical Chemistry
Polymer Chemistry
Pulp and Paper Chemistry
R&D Management
Textile Chemistry
Water Chemistry

Forensic Chemistry

Forensic Chemistry
Pulp and Paper Chemistry