Chemistry and Biochemistry Careers
A chemistry or biochemistry degree is the prerequisite for a variety of dynamic occupations. Alberta and Canada offer many opportunities for graduates with undergraduate or graduate degrees or a doctorate in chemistry or biochemistry. Some disciplines may require additional education (ex. medical doctor, high school teacher or veterinarian).
Links for occupation information and education requirements are:
Chemical Institute of Canada Job Board
Examples of Careers:
- Academia
- Agricultural Chemistry
- Bioengineer / Bioenergy
- Environmental Scientist
- Food Technology
- Forensic Science
- Genetic Counselor
- High School Teacher
- Industrial Chemical Sales
- Laboratory Technician
- Medical Doctor
- Nurse
- Oil Sands Technology
- Pharmaceuticals
- Polymer Chemist
- Quality Control Chemist
- Research Scientist or Assistant
- Soil Scientist
- Toxicologist
- Veterinarian
We have alumni that are in or have been in the following occupations.
- Academia: Professor; Academic Assistant
- Agricultural chemistry: research
- Alexander von Humboldt Postdoctoral Fellow
- Education: Science teacher; Principal – K-12 school
- Environmental Chemistry: Product development specialist
- Food Technology: research & development, production
- Food Inspector
- Medical doctor and Chiropractor
- Lawyer
- Online Science news journal writer/editor
- Occupational hygienist - Sample building materials for asbestos, mold, and lead paint; Handle chemical and hazardous waste disposal and packing
- Program Support Coordinator - Let's Talk Science National Program
- Veterinarian