Chemist

Code: 19-2031.00

Also known as: Air Quality Chemist, Analytical Chemist, Chemical Laboratory Scientist, Chemist, Forensic Chemist, Forensic Scientist, Quality Control Chemist (QC Chemist), Research Chemist, Scientist, Senior Chemist

Description: Chemists are a intelligent combination of knowledge and chemical virtuoso. Their work is deeply rooted in the manufacturing of products such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and petrochemicals. With precision and skillfulness they add extra dimensions to the field of organic, inorganic, macro-molecular, medical, and materials chemistry.

Chemist

Typical wages


10% $44,970
25% $58,070
Median $79,300
75% $108,390
90% $139,650
10% $21.62
25% $27.92
Median $38.13
75% $52.11
90% $67.14

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
86,700
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
90,800
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 7,300