Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Chemists are scientists who study the composition, changes, reactions, and transformations of matter (anything that has mass and takes up space). They may specialize in analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, or physical chemistry. They may work in laboratories, hospitals, private companies, government agencies, or colleges and universities. There are approximately 87,700 chemists employed in the United States.
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Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
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