Chemical Scientists

Job Description:

Work of a Chemist or Chemical Scientist depends on the area of his specialisation, like those specialise in Organic Chemistry, work with organic carbon compounds such as petroleum, dyes and rubber to determine their properties, structure and other characteristics for improving production processes or to improve on technical expertise. Those specialising in Inorganic Chemistry are concerned with metals acids, salts and gases. They work in areas related to production of acids, salts, mineral and metals etc. Physical Chemists work with metals, ores, gases and different chemical elements and compounds to ascertain their physical and chemical properties.

Educational Qualification:

Postgraduate or Research Degree in Chemistry

APYL Career Counselor has details on:

208 Institutes offering postgraduate/research degree courses in Chemistry under Career Fields Science and Course Type (a) Post Graduate (b) Research Degree

Opening:

Chemical Scientists are very well absorbed in both the government as well as private sectors as a senior and junior scientists. They work in the areas of research and development, management, marketing or production in an industry related to chemicals and quality control of materials on other industries. In addition they have the option to purse a career in academics.

Remuneration:

Starting salary is Rs. 7,500 per month (excluding other allowances)