Chemical Engineer
Become a chemical engineer with a focus on a wide selection of technology. Chemical engineers are actually very versatile, as this field combines science and technology. Career choices as a chemical engineer can be found in the petroleum, detergents, plastics or paper fields. Chemical engineers are required to have knowledge of physics, math and chemistry as well as technology. Bachelor's degrees along with continuing education are requirements for an entry level position. On average, salary ranges start $60,000 annually for entry level positions and will also be based on particular fields and areas of the country.
Chemical Plant or Systems Operator
Interpreting chemical reactions from test reports and instrument readings are some of the job duties of a chemical plant or systems operator. This position oversees quality control of the plant and ensures that the plant is running smoothly. The petroleum and natural gas industry needs chemical plant or systems operators. Entry level salary range for chemical plant or systems operators average $40,000 annually, depending on fields or area. Texas and Louisiana are leading areas of this field due to the oil industry.
Pharmaceutical Chemist
Pharmaceutical chemists work in the medical field developing and testing drug samples in order to have safe products. Other areas within the medical field include the development of testing procedures for the testing of medical samples in the form blood, urine, saliva or serum. Entry level salary ranges with a bachelor's degree requirement average $46,000 annually.
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