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Last application date Aug 27, 2024 00:00Contract Limited durationDegree a master's degree in science or engineering, in the fields of chemistry, physics, physical chemistry, chemical physics, materials science, solid-state chemistry or related dis...

PhD PROJECT IN ENDOTHELIAL CELL HETEROGENEITY DURING STROKE

A pre-doctoral position in the context of a KU Leuven competitive 4-year C1 funding project entitled ‘Is the cerebroprotective function of Prdm16 during ischemic stroke mediated by controlling the ...

PhD student position: quantum sensing of biomolecules and their chemical stimuli.

For the prestigious PhD school of the Swiss Nanoscience Institute, we solicit applications for a paid 4-year PhD student position in the Biomolecular Nano-Dynamics group at the Dept. of Chemistry a...

PhD position on CRISPR diagnostics on-chip to improve cervical cancer screening

Job descriptionCervical cancer is the most common gynecological cancer and this cancer could be prevented by screening programs. Currently the participation rates are low and in this project we wan...

PhD in 3 years: Doctoral Researcher in Nanomedicine Based Cancer Therapy

The University of Oulu is a multidisciplinary, international research university, with about 3,600 employees who produce new knowledge based on high-standards research and provide research based ed...

PhD Position in Magnetoelectric Nanoparticles for Enhanced Catalysis

PhD Position in Magnetoelectric Nanoparticles for Enhanced CatalysisHave you ever dreamed of controlling chemical reactions using magnetic fields? With magnetoelectric composite nanoparticles actin...

PhD Thesis Student (f/m) on ID06-LVP in the Matter at Extremes Group

The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of...

2 PhD Positions in Designing and Optimizing Materials for Bacterial-Based Sustainable Biopesticide Delivery Systems

2 PhD Positions in Designing and Optimizing Materials for Bacterial-Based Sustainable Biopesticide Delivery SystemsThe bioMatter Microfluidics (Dr. Eleonora Secchi, D-BAUG) and SoftMat Group (Prof....

Doctoral Student in Computational Chemistry

Doctoral Student in Computational ChemistryProf. Dr. Sereina Riniker's group for Computational Chemistry at the Institute of Molecular Physical Science is interested in the development of methodolo...

Biozentrum PhD Fellowships – Winter Call 2024/25

The Biozentrum of the University of Basel is one of the leading life sciences institutes in the world. Its fundamental research embraces a wide range of topics such as biochemistry, biophysics, phy...

Vacancy for a highly motivated PhD Researcher: “Exploring novel approaches to gas chromatography for pharmaceutical analysis”

For a collaborative project between Janssen Pharmaceutica and the University of Leuven (KU Leuven), focusing on the investigation of novel approaches to gas chromatography for pharmaceutical analys...

Modeling of Growth of Bacteria in Polysaccharide-Stabilized Multiphase Systems

The PhD research work will be carried out within the SusMat research group (Department of Chemical Engineering) of Prof. Wim Thielemans located on the Kulak Kortrijk campus of KU Leuven. The Sustai...

PhD position on novel mRNA nanotherapeutics against antibiotic-resistant pulmonary infections (P2405)

The Swiss Nanoscience Institute (SNI) at the University of Basel invites highly motivated scientists to apply for the SNI PhD program in Nanoscience.Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global healt...

PhD-student: Non-Hermitian nano-optomechanical networks and their sensing performance

The Photonic Forces group seeks a motivated and talented PhD student working at the intersection of the fields of nano-optomechanics and topological physics. Nanomechanical resonators are versatile...

Three-year PhD position in Physics (Photonics, Optoelectronics, Material Science): Giant interband transition nanostructures - optical and optoelectronic properties and application in photodetection

RESEARCHER PROFILE: PhD/ R1: First stage Researcher                  RESEARCH FIELD(S)1: PhysicsMAIN SUB RESEARCH FIELD OR DISCIPLINES1: EngineeringJOB /OFFER DESCRIPTION: Giant interband transition nanostructures, which are based on semiconductor...

PhD Positions in Cancer Research

Are you looking for excellent research opportunities for your PhD studies at the forefront of cancer research? The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) in Heidelberg invites international students holding a Master’s degree in (molecular) biology, ...

PhD student position in Optical Spectroscopy of Tunable van der Waals Quantum Materials

The newly-established “Quantum Opto-Electronics" research group of Prof. Tomasz Smoleński at the Department of Physics, University of Basel, Switzerland (https://smolenski-lab.com), is looking for ...

Doctoral Researcher (PREIN I-DEEP Doctoral education pilot), 2 positions

Tampere University and Tampere University of Applied Sciences create a unique environment for multidisciplinary, inspirational and high-impact research and education. Our universities community has its competitive edges in technology, health and s...

PhD Position on Electrochemical conversion of CO2 to methanol using proton-conducting ceramic cells

Job descriptionProtonic ceramic electrochemical cells (PCEC) have transformative potential due to its ability to provide alternative sustainable pathways for production of key chemicals using green...

International Fully Funded PhD Positions in the Life Sciences in Switzerland

*New application deadlines for two open calls per year: November 1 and May 1!Life Science Zurich Graduate School offers more than 100 funded PhD positions. With around 500 research groups and more than 1600 Ph.D. students, the Life Science Zurich ...

Doctoral candidate in the interdisciplinary field of applied sciences and heritage science

Let’s shape the future - University of AntwerpThe research group Antwerp Cultural Heritage Sciences (ARCHES) of the University of Antwerp (Faculty Design Sciences, Conservation-Restoration), in col...

Three 2-year Postdoctoral Fellowships at the Zukunftskolleg

(Fulltime, E 13 TV-L)Reference No: 2024/114. The preferred start date is April 1st, 2025. Conditionally on the submission of an external grant, the position can be extended for an additional year. In principle, the position can be divided into two...

Design of Lignin-based Bio-composite materials

This thesis will be conducted at two locations: KU Leuven's Materials Engineering Department at Arenberg campus in Heverlee and at VITO's campus in Mol. The student will be part of the Composite Ma...

PhD student in Structural Biology by NMR 100%

How does life emerge from molecules and cells? This is the central question that motivates us. With curiosity and passion, we investigate the entire spectrum ranging from the atom to the organism. ...

Doctoral Student in Atmospheric Science at the University of Gothenburg (MSCA COFUND project PRISMAS)

Reference number PAR 2024/690The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive st...

PhD Position in Materials Chemistry at the Mads Clausen Institute

We are seeking an enthusiastic new colleague as a PhD student in the field of Materials Chemistry with a strong background, particularly in Solid State Chemistry and (Photo)electrochemistry, and interest in industrial applications and cooperation ...

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PhD position on a biorefinery process to isolate chitin from insects

This position for a PhD student forms part of the research on insect biorefinery being conducted jointly by ‘Insect Production and Processing’ (Prof. Mik Van Der Borght) and the ‘Center for Sustain...

PhD student in Biochemistry, Structure and Function of Archaeal Chromatin

PhD student in Biochemistry, Structure and Function of Archaeal ChromatinThe project is aimed at understanding structure, function and evolution of archaeal histone proteins. It is embedded in a dynamic multidisciplinary research group (biochemist...

PhD Position: Implantable biosensors for neurotransmitter monitoring

This doctoral project will be carried out in the frame of a multidisciplinary research project, where expertise in soft-matter physics, nanobiosensing and neurotechnologies is combined with advance...

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Doctoral study in chemistry at Stanford University prepares students for research and teaching careers with diverse emphases in basic, life, medical, physical, energy, materials, and environmental sciences.

The Department of Chemistry offers opportunities for graduate study spanning contemporary subfields, including theoretical, organic, inorganic, physical, biophysical and biomedical chemistry and more. Much of the research defies easy classification along traditional divisions; cross-disciplinary collaborations with Stanford's many vibrant research departments and institutes is among factors distinguishing this world-class graduate program.

The Department of Chemistry is committed to providing academic advising in support of graduate student scholarly and professional development.  This advising relationship entails collaborative and sustained engagement with mutual respect by both the adviser and advisee.

• The adviser is expected to meet at least monthly with the graduate student to discuss on-going research.
• There should be a yearly independent development plan (IDP) meeting between the graduate student and adviser. Topics include research progress, expectations for completion of PhD, areas for both the student and adviser to improve in their joint research effort.
• A research adviser should provide timely feedback on manuscripts and thesis chapters.
• Graduate students are active contributors to the advising relationship, proactively seeking academic and professional guidance and taking responsibility for informing themselves of policies and degree requirements for their graduate program.
• If there is a significant issue concerning the graduate student’s progress in research, the adviser must communicate this to the student and to the Graduate Studies Committee in writing.  This feedback should include the issues, what needs to be done to overcome these issues and by when.

Academic advising by Stanford faculty is a critical component of all graduate students' education and additional resources can be found in the  Policies and Best Practices for Advising Relationships at Stanford  and the  Guidelines for Faculty-Student Advising at Stanford .

Learn more about the program through the links below, and by exploring the research interests of the  Chemistry Faculty  and  Courtesy Faculty .

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The goal of the Chemistry PhD is to prepare students for careers in science as researchers and educators by expanding their knowledge of chemistry while developing their ability for critical analysis, creativity, and independent study. A high graduation rate in an average of just over five years can be attributed to the quality of applicants admitted, the flexibility of our program of study, the opportunity for students to begin research in the first year, and the affordability of education made possible by our generous financial support policies.

Program Overview

Programs of study are tailored to the needs of individual students, based on their prior training and research interests. However, progress to a degree is generally similar for all students. During the first year, students take courses, begin their teaching apprenticeships, choose research advisors, and embark on their thesis research; students whose native language is not English must pass an English proficiency examination. Beginning the first summer, the emphasis is on research, although courses of special interest may be taken throughout a student's residency. In the second year, there is a departmental examination which includes a written research proposal and an oral defense of the research proposal. In the third year, students advance to candidacy for the doctorate by defending the topic, preliminary findings, and future research plans for their dissertation. Subsequent years focus on thesis research and writing the dissertation. Most students graduate during their fifth year.

Research Opportunities

Research opportunities for graduate students are comprehensive and interdisciplinary, spanning inorganic, organic, physical, analytical, computational, and theoretical chemistry; surface and materials chemistry; and atmospheric and environmental chemistry. Please refer to the faculty pages for full descriptions of the ongoing research in our department. State-of-the-art facilities and laboratories support these research programs.

At UCSD, chemists and biochemists are part of a thriving community that stretches across campus and out into research institutions throughout the La Jolla and San Diego area, uniting researchers in substantive interactions and collaborations.

Special Training Programs

Interdisciplinary research and collaboration at UCSD is enhanced through a variety of training grants. These programs provide financial support for exceptional graduate and postdoctoral scholars and also unite researchers from across campus and throughout the La Jolla research community in special seminars, retreats, and courses. Doctoral students are usually placed on training grants in their second year or later.

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• Contemporary Approaches to Cancer Cell Signaling and Communication
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• UC San Diego MRSEC
• Quantitative Biology (qBio) Specialization

Teaching apprenticeships are a vital and integral part of graduate student training, and four quarters of teaching are required. See the Teaching Assistants page to apply. Students can gain experience teaching both discussion and laboratory sections. Excellence in teaching is stressed, and the department provides a thorough training program covering both fundamentals and special techniques for effective instruction. Further training is provided by the Teaching and Learning Commons on campus. Performance is evaluated every quarter, and awards are bestowed quarterly for outstanding teaching performance.

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Students in good academic standing receive a 12-month stipend; fees and tuition are also provided. Support packages come from a variety of sources, including teaching and research assistantships, training grants, fellowships, and awards. Special fellowships are awarded to outstanding students based on their admission files. See Ph.D. Program Support Policy for more information.

Health and Dental Plan

A primary health care program, major medical plan, and dental plan are among the benefits provided by the University's registration fee (see Graduate Student Health Insurance Program, GSHIP) . Minor illnesses and injuries can usually be treated at the Student Health Center . Counseling is provided free of charge through Counseling and Psychological Services .

Creative, bright, and motivated students from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We admit for the Fall quarter entrance only. See UCSD Ph.D. Admissions FAQ page for full information.

PostGraduate Placement

Graduates typically obtain jobs in academia or in the chemical industry. Many take postdoctoral research positions in academic institutions and national laboratories that lead to future academic or industrial careers at other prestigious institutions. Our faculty and Student Affairs staff provide career advising and job placement services. The department's Industrial Relations program assists students with placement in industrial positions. UCSD's Career Services Center provides many resources for students, including the chance to videotape yourself in a mock interview!

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The University of Pennsylvania is an internationally renowned research institution that attracts the best students from the United States and around the globe. The Graduate Program is designed for students who wish to earn a Ph.D. in Chemistry while undertaking cutting edge research. The program provides students with the necessary theoretical background and hands-on training to become independent and highly successful scientists.  Graduate students achieve mastery of advanced chemistry topics through courses in different subdisciplines. Broad exposure to current research also occurs via four weekly departmental seminar programs and many interdisciplinary, university-wide lecture series.

Currently, faculty, students, and postdoctoral associates in Chemistry work in the fields of bioinorganic chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, chemical biology, biophysical chemistry, bioinformatics, materials science, laser chemistry, health related chemistry, structural and dynamical studies of biological systems, X-ray scattering/diffraction, NMR spectroscopy, applications of computing and computer graphics, as well as investigations of chemical communication and hormone-receptor interactions. Many research groups combine different techniques to explore frontier areas, such as nanomaterials applied to biology, photoactive biomolecules, and single-molecule imaging. Novel synthetic procedures are under constant development for targets ranging from super-emissive nanoparticles to highly specialized drug molecules and giant dendrimers, which are being explored, for example, as drug-delivery systems. The Research Facilities in the Department of Chemistry provide a strong technology base to enable the highest level of innovation. Graduate students are a driving, integral force at Penn Chemistry.

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Johns Hopkins University was the first American institution to emphasize graduate education and to establish a PhD program in chemistry. Founding Chair Ira Remsen initiated a tradition of excellence in research and education that has continued until this day. The Hopkins graduate program is designed for students who desire a PhD in chemistry while advancing scientific knowledge for humankind.

The graduate program provides students with the background and technical expertise required to be leaders in their field and to pursue independent research.

Graduate students’ advancement is marked by entrance exams, coursework, teaching, seminars, oral examinations, and an individual research project that culminates in a thesis dissertation. The thesis research project represents an opportunity for graduate students to make a mark on the world. Working in conjunction with a faculty member or team, individually tailored thesis projects enable students to think independently about cutting-edge research areas that are of critical importance. Thesis research is the most important step toward becoming a PhD scientist, and our program provides an outstanding base with a proven track record of success.

Graduate students make up the heart of the Chemistry Department, and the department strives to support students’ individual needs. Each student is carefully advised and classes are traditionally quite small. Multidisciplinary research and course offerings that increase scientific breadth and innovation are hallmarks of the program.  In addition to academic and technical development, our department also offers several outlets for professional and social development.

For more information, contact the Director of Graduate Studies. Dr. Art Bragg Office: Remsen 221 410-516-5616 [email protected]

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Saint Louis University’s Chemistry Ph.D. program offers specializations, including traditional areas of analytical, physical, organic and inorganic chemistry, as well as cross-disciplinary areas of materials and biological chemistry. Students must complete intensive research culminating in a dissertation.

Program Highlights

The SLU chemistry program offers students:

• Close mentoring relationships
• Small research group size
• Opportunities to participate in interdisciplinary research

Graduate students in SLU's  Department of Chemistry  have access to a number of research tools, including:

• Bruker 400 and 700 MHz NMR spectrometers
• Bruker-EMX EPR, UV-Vis and FTIR spectrometers
• Research-grade spectrofluorometers
• GC-MS and LC-MS
• Electrochemical analyzers
• Gas chromatographs
• A scanning electron micrograph
• Computational facilities with modern molecular software
• A Bruker CCD X-ray diffractometer facility

Curriculum Overview

SLU's Ph.D. in chemistry requires a minimum of 39 post-baccalaureate credits, with at least 27 credits of coursework and 12 credits of dissertation research.

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Fieldwork and Research Opportunities

Our graduate students are active in the research areas of analytical, organic, physical, synthetic, materials, environmental and biological chemistry. Our research groups regularly publish in top-ranked journals and present at national and international conferences.

Research is externally supported by the U.S. Air Force Office of Scientific Research, National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation, Petroleum Research Fund and American Heart Association, among others.

Doctoral graduates pursue different paths, including teaching, postdoctoral studies or careers in industry or with government agencies, such as the FDA.

Past students from SLU's chemistry Ph.D. program have gone on to careers as research scientists, teachers, university faculty and in various capacities in pharmaceutical companies and government agencies.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should possess sufficient GPA and TOEFL (if applicable) scores and a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Bachelor's degrees usually are in chemistry or biochemistry, although other science majors will be considered.

Admission typically requires a minimum of 18 semester credits (minimum 2.8 GPA) of upper-division undergraduate chemistry courses, including organic chemistry (two semesters), quantitative analysis (one semester) and physical chemistry (two semesters). Students who do not meet these criteria may complete these prerequisites as part of their graduate program, though not for graduate credit.

Students who have not completed equivalent coursework in upper-level undergraduate inorganic chemistry and instrumental analysis will also be required to complete these courses, but they can be taken for departmental graduate credit.

Application Requirements

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• Three letters of recommendation
• Goal statement
• Interview (desired)

Requirements for International Students

All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students, along with the following:

• Demonstrate  English Language Proficiency
• A letter of financial support from the person(s) or sponsoring agency funding the time at Saint Louis University
• A letter from the sponsor's bank verifying that the funds are available and will be so for the duration of study at the University
• Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include the courses taken and/or lectures attended, practical laboratory work, the maximum and minimum grades attainable, the grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations, and any honors or degrees received. WES and ECE transcripts are accepted.

Application Deadlines

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with priority review given to applications received by Dec. 15 for the fall semester and by Sept. 1 for the spring semester.

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The Chemistry Graduate Committee votes on whether to admit, deny or waitlist applicants. Applicants on the waitlist may be offered admission in a future semester.

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For priority consideration for a graduate assistantship, apply by the program admission deadlines listed. Fellowships and assistantships provide a stipend and may include health insurance and a tuition scholarship for the duration of the award. 

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• analytical and physical chemistry methods, with a higher level of knowledge expected in the student’s area of research.
• Graduates will be able to use standard search tools and retrieval methods to obtain information about a topic, substance, technique or issue relating to chemistry and assess relevant studies from the chemical literature.
• Graduates will be able to communicate scientific findings from literature and original findings from the student's own independent research in written publications and oral presentations.
• Graduates will be able to acquire the basic tools, including chemical practices and theories, needed to conduct advanced chemical research. Students will become proficient in their specialized area of chemistry and complete an advanced, independent research project resulting in peer-reviewed publications.
• Graduates will be able to adhere to accepted ethical and professional standards in chemistry.

Non-Course Requirements

• Completion of research progress exam
• Completion of written comprehensive exam
• Completion of oral defense of research proposal
• A public oral presentation and a private oral examination

Continuation Standards

Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.

Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.  

Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.

This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester. Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.

Students are required to complete a minimum of 12 credits of dissertation research. The number of credits can vary each semester, but a student cannot register for zero credits of research until the 12 credits have been completed.

For additional information about our program, please contact:

Marvin Meyers, Ph.D. Chemistry graduate program coordinator [email protected]

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Perhaps when one thinks of what they can do with a chemistry degree, they think, "Well, I can go on to graduate school and become a chemist". And yes, they can! But, that's just one of many, many careers options with this degree!

Chemistry degree programs can provide you with the necessary knowledge base and skill set to become successful in virtually any field that's even remotely related in some way to chemistry.

For example, chemistry graduates can be found applying their skills within the areas of environmental consulting, medical science, scientific equipment sales, science communication, teaching or academic research, and many, many other fields.

This careers guide contains detailed occupational information on career paths relevant to this degree. Included are job descriptions, expected salaries, educational requirements and other pertinent information related to these careers. We’ve also included chemistry-specific scholarships to help you pay for school!

Will I Need a Graduate Degree?

With an undergraduate chemistry degree, there are careers you may be able to jump right into. These are typically positions with lower levels of responsibility, often referred to as “entry-level” jobs. Jobs with a higher degree of responsibility will often require further education, training and/or experience to qualify for. This typically includes most teaching, research and consulting positions.

Fortunately, if you are interested in a career that requires further education, an undergraduate degree in this field serves as a great foundation for advanced study, in this and other graduate and professional programs, such as Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Veterinary Medicine and Law.

Careers Directly Relevant to a Chemistry Degree

The knowledge and skills you can gain by studying chemistry at the university level serve as an excellent foundation for the following careers (not an inclusive list):

• Agricultural Chemist

• Air Pollution Monitor

• Brewmaster

• Chemical Analyst

• Chemical Engineer

• Chemical Information Specialist

• Chemical Oceanographer

• Chemical Safety Officer

• Chemical Technician

• Clinical Chemist

• Clinical Data Analyst

• Clinical Research Associate

• Clinical Research Coordinator

• Clinical Technician

• Consumer Advocate

• Crime Lab Assistant

• DNA Analyst

• Elementary School Teacher

• Energy Engineer

• Energy Policy Analyst

• Energy Researcher

• Entrepreneur

• Environmental Chemist

• Flavorist

• Food and Drug Inspector

• Food Chemist

• Food Safety Auditor

• Food Scientist

• Food Technologist

• Forensic Chemist

• Forensic Lab Analyst

• High School Teacher

• Industrial Chemist

• Laboratory Manager

• Materials Scientist

• Medical Laboratory Technologist

• Medical Writer

• Methods Development Chemist

•  Military Officer

• Nanotechnologist

• New Food Product Developer

• Nuclear Chemist

• Organic Chemist

• Patent Agent

• Pest Control Technician

• Petroleum Chemist

• Pharmaceutical Chemist

• Pharmacist

• Pharmacologist

• Pulp and Paper Chemist

• Quality Control Specialist

• Regulatory Affairs Manager

• Regulatory Affairs Specialist

• Research Assistant

• Research Chef

• Sales Representative

• Science Advisor

• Science Writer

• Technical Writer

• Textile Chemist

• Toxicologist

• University Professor

• Wastewater Operator

• Wastewater Treatment Engineer

• Water Purification Chemist

• Water Quality Analyst

• Water Quality Control Manager

Please Note: Some of the above listed careers require additional education, training and/or experience. Click on careers that are of interest to you to find out more about the qualifications you’ll need.

What Types of Employers Hire Chemistry Majors?

There are many employers, across many different sectors of industry that are interested in the skills and knowledge of chemistry majors, including:

• Cosmetics and fragrance production companies

• Computer and telecommunication companies

• Pulp and paper companies

• Consulting firms

• Pharmaceutical companies

• Municipal, regional and federal government agencies

• Universities, colleges and schools

• Hospitals & other medical organizations

• Magazines and newspapers

• Environment and pollution control firms

• Fine and heavy chemical manufacturing companies

• Food and beverage production companies

• Mining and metallurgy companies

• Law Firms

• Oil and gas companies

• Plastic manufacturing companies

• Engineering firms

• Industrial inspection firms

• Scientific research and development companies

Transferable Skills You Can Learn

Apart from the technical skills that are specific to a chemistry degree, you will also develop fundamental professional skills through your studies. You can apply these skills to many careers not directly related to the field. These skills include:

• Effective listening skills

• Presentation skills

• Data recording and analysis skills

• Competitive leadership skills

• Ability to work efficiently independently or in a team

• Organizational communication fluidity

What Can I Do with These Skills?

You could apply these skills to a career as a lawyer, a sales representative, a research chef, a small business owner, an advertising consultant…and the list goes on and on! There are virtually no limits to the type of career you can pursue!

While these skills may not “get you a job” in a field outside of chemistry, they will serve as an excellent foundation for gaining the required education, training or experience you will need to pursue these careers.

For example, simply putting “Data recording and analysis skills” on your resume will probably not be enough to land you a high-powered job in corporate law. On the other hand, having that skill and applying it to studying for the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT), will help you succeed at that test, and eventually become a lawyer.

Average Salary Levels of Chemistry Graduates

The salary you could earn with a chemistry degree varies based on a wide variety of factors, such as:

• The type, size, and budget of your employer

• The discretion of your employer • Your level of education and experience • Your level of certification (if applicable) • The region in which you work  • How much overtime you are able to work (if applicable) • The amount of responsibility inherent in your position • Your level of experience (it’s worth noting that people with several years worth of experience can often earn substantially in their profession more than what’s listed below)

The salary you could earn is also highly dependent on the career field you enter. Below is an overview of the average earnings of people in a few career fields that are relevant to a degree in chemistry. Please note however, that the salary information listed below is meant only to serve as a guideline. In many cases, workers in these fields can earn a much lower, or much higher salary, than what is listed below.

Agricultural Chemist (See “Chemist”)

Air Pollution Monitor (See “Chemical Technician”)

Brewmaster Alberta: N/A Canada: $50,825 (Canada) United States: N/A

Chemical Analyst (See “Chemist”)

Chemical Engineer Alberta: $107,372 (ALIS) Canada: $83,599 (indeed) United States: $86,872

Chemical Oceanographer Alberta: $128,940 (ALIS) Canada: N/A United States: $101,541 (Glassdoor)

Chemical Safety Officer (See “Chemical Technician”)

Chemical Technician Alberta: $62,913 (ALIS) Canada: $45,397 (PayScale) United States: $35,280 (indeed)

Chemist Alberta: $79,450 (ALIS) Canada: $52,160 (indeed) United States: $62,640 (indeed)

Clinical Chemist (See “Chemist”)

Clinical Data Analyst Alberta: $64,360 (ALIS) Canada: N/A United States: $75,687 (Glassdoor)

Clinical Technician Alberta: $77,398 (ALIS) Canada: N/A United States: $51,770 (BLS)

Crime Lab Assistant Alberta: $62,913 (ALIS) Canada: N/A United States: $57,850 (BLS)

Dentist Alberta: $154,564 (ALIS) Canada: N/A United States: $158,120 (BLS)

DNA Analyst Alberta: $62,913 (ALIS) Canada: N/A United States: $57,850 (BLS)

Energy Engineer Alberta: N/A Canada: $91,799 (indeed) United States:$82,839 (indeed)

Energy Policy Analyst Alberta: N/A Canada: $58,882 (PayScale) United States: $65,000 (Glassdoor)

Environmental Chemist (See “Chemist”)

Flavorist Alberta: N/A Canada: N/A/ United States: $63,545 (indeed)

Food Chemist Alberta: $80,949 (ALIS) Canada: N/A United States: $71,780 (BLS)

Food Safety Auditor Alberta: $80,949 (ALIS) Canada: N/A United States: $71,780 (BLS)

Forensic Lab Analyst Alberta: $62,913 (ALIS) Canada: N/A United States: $57,850 (BLS)

High School Teacher Alberta: $73,966 (ALIS) Canada: $58,000 (PayScale) United States: $59,170 (BLS)

Industrial Chemist (See “Chemist”)

Laboratory Manager Alberta: N/A Canada: $63,590 (PayScale) United States: $60,174 (indeed)

Materials Scientist Alberta: N/A Canada: N/A United States: $101,910 (BLS)

Medical Laboratory Technologist Alberta: $77,398 (ALIS) Canada: $67,160 (Glassdoor) United States: $51,770 (BLS)

New Food Product Developer Alberta: N/A Canada: $48,609 (PayScale) United States: $72,294 (Glassdoor)

Patent Agent Alberta: N/A Canada: N/A United States: $116,000 (BLS)

Perfumer Alberta: N/A Canada: N/A United States: $122,084 (PayScale)

Petroleum Chemist Alberta: N/A Canada: N/A United States: $89,142 (Glassdoor)

Pharmacist Alberta: $98,037 (ALIS) Canada: $103,926 (Glassdoor) United States: $124,170 (BLS)

Pharmacologist Alberta: $84,998 (ALIS) Canada: N/A United States: $82,090 (BLS)

Regulatory Affairs Manager Alberta: N/A Canada: $82,478 (indeed) United States: $105,290 (Glassdoor)

Research Chef Alberta: N/A Canada: N/A United States: $54,443 (Glassdoor)

Sales Representative Alberta: $62,683 (ALIS) Canada: $61,624 (indeed) United Sates: $60,340 (BLS)

Science Writer Alberta: $58,979 (ALIS) Canada: $56,634 (PayScale) United States: $57,549 (BLS)

Textile Chemist (See “Chemist”)

Toxicologist Alberta: $84,998 (ALIS) Canada: N/A United States: $74,631 (indeed)

Wastewater Operator Alberta: $63,721 (ALIS) Canada: $69,245 (PayScale) United States: $69,444 (Glassdoor)

Water Quality Analyst Alberta: N/A Canada: N/A United States: $53,460 (PayScale)

Salary Data Reference Information

ALIS: Alberta Learning and Information Service (alis.alberta.ca), sponsored by the Government of Alberta. For an overview of their salary survey methodology, please visit here . PayScale: Private organization owned by PayScale Incorporated (payscale.com). For an overview of their salary survey methodology, please visit here . BLS: United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov), sponsored by the federal government of the United States of America. For details regarding their salary survey methodology, please visit here . Glassdoor: Glassdoor is a private organization owned by Glassdoor incorporated (glassdoor.com). For an overview of their salary survey methodology, please visit here . Canadian Food Inspection Agency: For the career profile of “ Food & Drug Inspector ” 

Chemistry Scholarships

If you’re a chemistry major looking for help in paying for school, then you’re in luck! Our scholarships database has Canadian and American scholarships that are specific to chemistry , scholarships for science students in general, and scholarships that are open to any field of study.

Professional Associations for Careers in the Field

To find out more about careers directly related to your chemistry degree, consult the following professional association websites. They offer career-related information, and many have opportunities for student membership, as well as job placement and mentoring opportunities.

Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering

Canadian Society of Clinical Chemists

Chemical Institute of Canada

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Jobs directly related to your degree include:

• Analytical chemist
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• Medicinal chemist
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• Research scientist (physical sciences)
• Science writer
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• Higher education lecturer
• Nuclear engineer
• Patent attorney
• Product/process development scientist
• Secondary school teacher

Remember that many employers accept applications from graduates with any degree subject, so don't restrict your thinking to the jobs listed here.

Work experience

Many degrees offer an industrial placement as part of the course and this can usually be tailored to your area of interest, for example, a role within medical research, pharmacology, manufacturing or environmental analysis. This will provide key practical experience that can be used when looking for a job.

If you're unable to do a placement as part of your degree, try searching for chemical (or other relevant) companies in your local area to see if they offer a formal scheme. If they don't, you can still try applying speculatively for any short-term opportunities.

Laboratory experience is highly valued but can be difficult to secure. If you're not able to get it you could look for work experience with the same company but in a different department. This will still allow you to get an understanding of the business and industry and how chemistry is applied in the workplace.

Volunteering is another way of enhancing your CV. Although you may not find many opportunities that directly relate to your chemistry degree, there are many schemes that focus on related areas such as the environment, sustainability, ethics and medicine. There may also be opportunities at your local hospital to work in a pathology lab.

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• plastics and polymers

while others are in different sectors that have roles linked to chemistry, such as:

• the food and drink industry
• utilities and research
• health and medical organisations
• the government
• scientific research organisations and agencies.

You could also be employed in schools, colleges and universities, as well as by environment consultancies and water companies. Your analytical skills also mean you could find jobs within finance, IT and business.

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A chemistry degree allows you to develop excellent laboratory techniques and design your own experiments but as it overlaps with other degrees, it also gives you skills that are useful in the areas of biology and medicine, physics and engineering, and geology and earth science.

Chemistry is also studied in an environmental and social context, so you can gain awareness of its ethical implications and issues relating to environmental impact and sustainability.

As well as subject-specific knowledge, a chemistry degree also provides you with transferable skills, including:

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Continuing to study at Masters or PhD level is a popular choice for chemistry graduates. It gives you the chance to increase your knowledge in one of the branches studied during your degree, such as organic, medicinal, materials or analytical chemistry.

You may also specialise in areas of applied chemistry, such as cheminformatics or biochemistry, or develop knowledge in an area where chemistry graduates may be in demand, for example, forensic nanotechnology and forensic investigation.

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• Switzerland
• Paul Scherrer Institut Villigen
• Posted on: 15 August 2024

PhD Student on electrochemical approaches in radioanalytics (index no. 9622-02)

Job information, offer description.

The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.

For the Radioanalytics Group we are looking for a

PhD Student on electrochemical approaches in radioanalytics

Your tasks Equipment and experience from a previous PhD project will help you get started. You will be member of the Radioanalytics Group at the Department of Radiation Safety and Security. Our group works closely with the Laboratory of Radiochemistry (LRC) and our academic partner Prof. Patrick Steinegger (PSI/ETHZ). You will also be part of the Laboratory of Inorganic Chemistry of the Department of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences at ETHZ. At both PSI and ETHZ, you will be exposed to and inspired by a broad scientific portfolio, as well as courses and lectures taught by world-renowned experts.

Your tasks will include:

• The development of novel electrochemical techniques for use in radionuclide analysis and the research on the underlying mechanisms of the chemical pathways involved
• Your main goal will be to extend the potential range beyond aqueous solutions to be able to access more ions and radionuclides
• Plan and perform experiments using model systems and apply successful procedures to real-world samples
• Potentially extend the tools developed for applied radioanalytics to fundamental research with superheavy elements
• Teaching at ETH Zurich (ETHZ) in the chemistry labs for undergraduate students

Where to apply

Requirements.

Your profile

• Master’s degree in chemistry from a recognized university and excellent academic track record which qualify for doctoral studies at ETHZ
• Strong interdisciplinary interests and the ability to combine different fields of chemistry, i.e., electrochemistry, inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, radiochemistry and some nuclear physics
• Willingness and responsibility to work in controlled areas and perform experiments using radioactive substances
• Perseverance and a talent for analysis, instrument handling and some basic engineering skills
• Ability and desire to publish and present your work in scientific literature and at national/international workshop and conferences

Additional Information

We offer Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.

For further information, please contact Dr Martin Heule, phone +41 56 310 31 52.

Please submit your application online by 30 September 2024 (including addresses of referees) for the position as a PhD Student (index no. 9622-02).

Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Serdal Varol, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland, www.psi.ch

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TA-GA Assignment Procedure

Chemistry (8/19/24)

The Department of Chemistry (“Chemistry”) assigns teaching assistants (TAs) three times each year. The terms under which first-year graduate students are assigned TAs are outlined in the offer letters that Chemistry sends to them upon their admission to the program, and which they must sign their acceptance thereof prior to matriculation. Chemistry typically does not appoint any graduate assistants (GAs), so no policy on GA appointment is provided herein. Assignments of research assistants (RAs) in Chemistry are controlled by the principal investigators on the grants or accounts from which those RAs are paid. A 50% TA or RA are paid $2610.44/month (AY23-24).

The majority of Ph.D. students receive a TA or RA for every semester - including the summer - for their first five years in the Ph.D. program, but this support is not guaranteed beyond the first year and is stipulated on the student being in good academic standing. Furthermore, it is common for Ph.D. students to receive RA or TA support for several years beyond their fifth year, but their priority for support is reduced compared to students within five years of matriculation. Graduate students who have been accepted into the MS program are typically not promised to receive TAs.

The following describes the procedure for assigning Chemistry TAs and RAs. All PhD students must join a Chemistry faculty members’ research group in their first year to remain in good standing. Several months before the start of each semester’s appointment, in order to meet the 45-day advance appointment deadline, the Assistant to the Head sends a form to each Chemistry faculty member requesting information on how they wish that each of their students will be supported (i.e., as TA or RA) and at what level (ideally 50%, but much less frequently at 25% or 35%). Each faculty form must be returned to the Assistant Head with TA/RA requests by a specified deadline.

The priority for assigning TAs is as follows, from highest to lowest priority:

• First-year Ph.D. students, even if not listed on a faculty form (as per their offer letters).
• Continuing Ph.D. students with less than five years in the program, if TA support isrequested by a graduate advisor BEFORE the deadline designated by the department.
• Continuing Ph.D. students with less than five years in the program if TA support isrequested by a graduate advisor AFTER the designated deadline.
• Continuing Ph.D. students with more than five years in the program who are in goodstanding, have had a committee meeting, or have a scheduled defense date. Within thisgroup, higher priority will be given to requests made BEFORE the requested deadline.
• First-year M.S. students, even if not listed on a faculty form.
• Continuing M.S. students, if TA support is requested by a graduate advisor BEFORE thedesignated deadline.
• Continuing M.S. students, if TA support is requested by a graduate advisor AFTER thedesignated deadline.
• Unaffiliated continuing students after their first year of support, including Chemistry Ph.D.students pursuing their degrees under the supervision of faculty outside of Chemistry.
• Other graduate students with no affiliation with Chemistry, but who have requested a TA.

The Department Head determines the maximum number of graduate students in a given faculty member’s group that can be assigned a TA, based upon uniform performance criteria and whether the faculty member is a pre-tenure assistant or tenured associate/full professor.

TAs are assigned to specific courses based on the schedules they provide, their prior experience and performance as TAs, and their academic expertise. For example, organic chemistry PhD students are often assigned to teach organic chemistry laboratories.

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