Chemical Scientist

Background

Chemical scientists conduct experiments and research to understand how substances react and interact with each other. They work in laboratories using specialized equipment to develop new materials, medicines, and products, or to improve existing ones. Their work involves careful observation, detailed record-keeping, and problem-solving to answer scientific questions.

Similar Roles

Analytical Chemist

Lessons to help you on this path

Next Step Roles

Senior Scientist→Research Manager→Principal Investigator→Chemistry Department Head

Publications

Journal of the American Chemical SocietyChemistry World

Books

The Periodic TableStuff MattersThe Disappearing Spoon

Movies

Breaking BadThe Martian

Key Figures

Marie CurieLinus PaulingDorothy HodgkinAhmed Zewail

Classification

SIC Code8731, 87310201The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference540, 502.8For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

ChemistResearch ChemistLaboratory ScientistChemical Researcher

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