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

University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research
Edmonton, Alberta, CA

Related Program(s):
Chemistry Master
Chemistry Doctorate
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York University
Toronto, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Chemistry (BSc) Bachelor; Honours
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Carleton University
Ottawa, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Chemistry (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
Earth Sciences and Chemistry (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
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Loughborough University
Leicestershire, England, GB

Related Program(s):
Chemistry with Computing Bachelor; Co-op
Chemistry Bachelor; Co-op
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Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Chemistry (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
Science Degree (BA or BSc) + Master of Business Administration (MBA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
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Cardiff University
Cardiff, Wales, GB

Related Program(s):
Chemistry with a Placement Year Abroad (MChem) Master
Chemistry with a Year in Industry (BSc) 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