Chemists

(NOC 2112)
+20.91%
 

What do Chemists do?

Chemists conduct research and are involved in process control, product development, industrial operations, environmental control, biotechnology, and other areas.

How to become: Chemists

Most chemists require a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related discipline such as biochemistry. Those conducting research or teaching in a post-secondary establishment usually require a master's or doctoral degree. A master's or doctoral degree is usually required for employment as a research chemist.

Most recent entrants have an undergraduate university degree, and almost 2 in 5 have a graduate degree.

Where to study for a career as: Chemists

Concordia University
Montreal, Québec, CA

Related Program(s):
Chemistry (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
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University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George, British Columbia, CA

Related Program(s):
Chemistry/Computer Science Joint Major Bachelor
Chemistry/Mathematics and Statistics Joint Major Bachelor
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University of New South Wales
Sydney, AU

Related Program(s):
Science Bachelor
Science Bachelor; Honours
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Liberty University
Lynchburg, Virginia, US

Related Program(s):
Chemistry Bachelor
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University of New Brunswick - Saint John
Saint John, New Brunswick, CA

Related Program(s):
Chemistry Bachelor; Honours
Chemistry Bachelor
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Capilano University
North Vancouver, British Columbia, CA

Related Program(s):
Science Bachelor
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Modified on January 26, 2022

How much do Chemists make?

Low:
$45,448
Average:
$70,803
High:
$119,995

Job openings for Chemists

Job Seekers:
11,800
Job Openings:
11,000