What can I do with a major in... CHEMISTRY

chem·is·try The science of the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of matter, especially of atomic and molecular systems.* *"Chemistry." The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition. Houghton Mifflin Company, Jul Last updated 3/2011 by A. Bervine

Chemistry Majors Study The basic laws of the physical world and the investigation of the composition and properties of matter Both classroom and laboratory learning integrate to prepare the student in the advancement towards specializations in chemistry...and more

Specializations Bachelor's Degree/Entry Level –laboratory technician –quality control technician –associate chemist –technical sales representative –analytical chemist –clinical technician Further Education Required –chemist –pharmaceutical researcher –research chemist –chemical safety engineer –clinical chemist –pharmacologist –toxicologist –forensic chemist –food technologist Most undergraduate programs offer a general course of study as well as many specializations that can be pursued with additional study. These include, but are not limited to:

Chemistry Degrees Available At The University Of South Carolina Ph.D MS BS

Chemistry At The University Of South Carolina Undergraduate Options Degree: Bachelor of Science (BS) Major: Chemistry Minors: Chemistry

Chemistry At The University Of South Carolina Master of Science (MS)Doctor of Philosophy (PhD.) Analytical Biological Inorganic Organic Physical The Master of Arts in Teaching in Science (Chemistry and Biochemistry Option) Interdisciplinary Master of Arts in Science (Chemistry and Biochemistry Option) Analytical Biological Inorganic Organic Physical Graduate Options

Chemistry Majors Develop Skills In Developing theories Conduct research Attending to data Curiosity Science and math ability Remain objective Process data Work independently and in groups Oral and written communication Utilizing formulas Technological skills

Chemistry Majors Develop Skills In Perseverance Analytical skills Follow through skills Perform experiments Observation and decision making Chemistry education majors should also develop skills involving planning and the ability to adapt teaching methods and modalities to the various learning styles of students

Employment The undergraduate degree alone in chemistry does not directly lead to a career as a chemist or other professional occupation. The degree does provide you with an excellent chemical science background and is valuable for almost any type of work involving both physical and life sciences.

Employment Settings Business & Commerce: Includes management and direction of for-profit organizations including the development of business plans, marketing strategies, product development, and human resource management.

Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Business & Commerce FDA Inspector Industrial Buyer Perfumer Quality Assurance Manager System Analyst Environmental Health Specialist Hospital Administrator Risk Manager Cephalometric Analyst Cooperative Extension Agent Inspector Occupational Health Specialist Pharmaceutical Sales Representative Lawyer Product Development Manager

Employment Settings Outdoor Field Work: Includes both studying and working with and in the outdoors. Encompasses everything from management to wildlife resources working.

Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Outdoor Field Work Agricultural Scientist Biochemist Forensic Chemist Hydrogeologist Water Purification Chemist Toxicologist Veterinarian Soil Scientist Water Scientist Clarifying Plant Operator Environmental Engineer Fire Protection Engineer Hydrologist Inspector Scientific Photographer

Employment Settings Research: Includes technicians, researchers, and technologists. Also incorporates laboratory work and the education of peers.

Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Research Biochemist Chemistry Technologist Color Development Chemist Cytotechnologist Medical Technologist Perfumer Science Lab Technician Tissue Technologist Water Purification Chemist Chemical Oceanographer Crime Lab Analyst DNA Analyst Food Scientist Technician Underwater Technician Wastewater Treatment Chemist

Employment Settings Education: Includes classroom instruction, curricula development, research, writing, administration, program management, and lecturing. Teaching and research positions at colleges and universities require an advanced degree. Most other teaching positions require proper certification.

Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Education Administrator Admissions Evaluator Author/Writer Career Counselor College or University Professor Financial Aid Director Guidance Counselor Health Educator Lecturer Primary School Teacher Program Manager Residence Hall Director Secondary School Teacher Student Affairs Professional Text Writer Medical Librarian

Employment Settings Health Services: Includes healing, both physical and mental, hospital/doctor’s office services, and some technician positions. Most physician and counseling positions require the completion of a certification or advanced study program.

Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Health Services Medical Technologist Nurse Physician Tissue Technologist Anesthesiologist Dentist Radiologist Veterinarian DNA Analyst Medical Librarian Pharmacy Technician Chiropractor Coroner Medical Illustrator Pharmacist Genetic Counselor Physical Therapist Hospital Administrator

Other Possible Employment Settings For Chemistry Majors Beverage Companies Chemical Industries College/Universities Cosmetic Companies Consulting Firms Distributors Engineering Firms Food & Drug Administration Professional/Technical Journals Food/Product Companies Government Agencies Hospitals Medical Labs Medical Libraries Medical Supply Companies Petroleum Companies Pharmaceutical Companies Research Firms

Strategies For Developing Skills To Get The Job You Want Pursue an excellent academic record Obtain part-time, summer, or internship work experience Volunteer with service and counseling organizations Become fluent in a foreign language Obtain an advanced degree and/or certification in order to perform substantive counseling work Obtain a minor in an additional area of interest (i.E. Language, business, education) Develop strong writing and speaking skills

Strategies For Developing Skills To Get The Job You Want Develop strong quantitative and statistical skills Become comfortable working with people from different backgrounds and cultures Acquire sales experience Become active in peer mediation groups if available Secure leadership positions in campus or community groups Obtain teaching certification Shadow the work of a professional

Books And Web Resources Books Great Jobs for Chemistry Majors — by Mark Rowh Nontraditional Careers for Chemists — by Lisa M. Balbes Careers in Science — by Thomas Easton Web Resources The American Chemical Society - acs/corg/content acs/corg/content Chemistry & Industry Magazine - /index.jsp /index.jsp

Resources for more information Department of Chemistry Career Center Library Chemistry Related Websites CAS Career Development Website

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