What kinds of jobs are there for bachelors level chemistry or biochemistry graduates? Will I only be able to work in a lab?
Although many graduates with chemistry or biochemistry bachelors’ degrees do go into research and lab work, either in academia or industry, an increasing percentage find the BS or BA to be a powerful springboard into other types of work, preparing them to assume a wide variety of jobs in industry, education, or public service. Chemistry is a central science, connecting math and physics on one side, earth and environmental science on another, and biology and medicine on yet another. A bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biochemistry is excellent preparation for a career in today’s world, which is increasingly scientific and technical. “It is much easier to teach a chemist business concepts than to teach an MBA about chemistry.” says a manager of marketing communications. In our advising office, we have information about potential careers provided by the American Chemical Society (ACS). This organization is very large and has a student affiliate membership open to undergraduates. You can a
