Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Quick Facts
Category
Knowledge
Used in
25+ careers
Avg. Importance
4.2 / 5
Careers Using Chemistry
Ranked by how important Chemistry is to each occupation, based on O*NET data.
Chemists
Life, Physical, and Social Science · $84,150/yr
Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary
Educational Instruction and Library · $86,220/yr
Chemical Engineers
Architecture and Engineering · $121,860/yr
Materials Scientists
Life, Physical, and Social Science · $104,160/yr
Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
Production · $57,090/yr
Biochemists and Biophysicists
Life, Physical, and Social Science · $103,650/yr
Nanosystems Engineers
Architecture and Engineering · $117,750/yr
Nurse Anesthetists
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical · $223,210/yr
Materials Engineers
Architecture and Engineering · $108,310/yr
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Architecture and Engineering · $64,790/yr
Environmental Engineers
Architecture and Engineering · $104,170/yr
Food Scientists and Technologists
Life, Physical, and Social Science · $85,310/yr
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Life, Physical, and Social Science · $93,330/yr
Pharmacists
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical · $137,480/yr
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Educational Instruction and Library · $83,460/yr
Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Educational Instruction and Library · $87,710/yr
Animal Scientists
Life, Physical, and Social Science · $79,120/yr
Fuel Cell Engineers
Architecture and Engineering · $102,320/yr
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers
Management · $167,740/yr
Nuclear Engineers
Architecture and Engineering · $127,520/yr
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
Life, Physical, and Social Science · $83,910/yr
Quality Control Systems Managers
Management · $121,440/yr
Chemical Technicians
Life, Physical, and Social Science · $57,790/yr
Soil and Plant Scientists
Life, Physical, and Social Science · $71,410/yr
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