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Chemist  

Definition of Occupation

Studies the composition, molecular structure/properties of substances and analyzes rates and energetics of transformations. Designs/develops/improves new formulas, compounds and processes. Works in research, development, production and quality control, environmental protection, toxicology, testing and analysis. May specialize in organic, inorganic, physical, nuclear, analytical, pharmaceutical, environmental or computational chemistry or biochemistry. Employed in industry, government agencies and academia. Some work in sales, marketing, management, patent or environmental law, teach or consult.