Analytical Chemist
Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.
At a Glance
Analytical Chemist. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Top skills: Chemistry, High-Performance Liquid Chromatography, Analytical Chemistry.
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Bachelor's degree
Varies
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Chemists
Median Wage
$84,150/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.9%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (20)
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography
Analytical Chemistry
Laboratory Experience
Laboratory Equipment
Mass Spectrometry
Personal Protective Equipment
Pharmaceutical Formulation
Spectroscopy
Peer Review
Chromatography
Product Testing
Design of Experiments (DOE)
Electrophoresis
Instrumental Chemistry
Project Planning
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
Safety Training
Common Skills (10)
Problem Solving
Verbal Communication Skills
Management
Computer Literacy
Coordinating
Positivity
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Prioritization
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