Boostt

Chemists

19-2031.00

Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.

Sample of reported job titles: Air Quality Chemist, Analytical Chemist, Chemical Lab Scientist (Chemical Laboratory Scientist), Chemist, Forensic Chemist, Formulary Chemist, Formulation Chemist, Industrial Chemist, Organic Chemist, Pharmaceutical Chemist, Process Chemist, Product Development Chemist, QC Chemist (Quality Control Chemist), QC Scientist (Quality Control Scientist), R and D Chemist (Research and Development Chemist), Research Chemist, Research Scientist, Sanitary Chemist, Scientist

Occupation-Specific Information

Tasks

Develop, improve, or customize products, equipment, formulas, processes, or analytical methods.
Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, or reactions, using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques.
Induce changes in composition of substances by introducing heat, light, energy, or chemical catalysts for quantitative or qualitative analysis.
Conduct quality control tests.
Write technical papers or reports or prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, or tests.
Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.
Prepare test solutions, compounds, or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests.
Compile and analyze test information to determine process or equipment operating efficiency or to diagnose malfunctions.
Confer with scientists or engineers to conduct analyses of research projects, interpret test results, or develop nonstandard tests.
Evaluate laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with standards or to make improvements as needed.
Direct, coordinate, or advise personnel in test procedures for analyzing components or physical properties of materials.
Purchase laboratory supplies, such as chemicals, when supplies are low or near their expiration date.
Study effects of various methods of processing, preserving, or packaging on composition or properties of foods.

Technology Skills

Analytical or scientific software - Accelrys Cerius2; Accelrys DeCipher; Agilent ChemStation; Bruker BioSpin TopSpin; Chem2Pac; Chemical kinetics software; ChemSW Calibration Pro; ChemSW Mass Spec Tools; ChemSW Uncertainty Pro; Conversion tools software; Crystallography software; CrystalMaker; Density functional theory DFT software; Gas chromatograph GS software; Gaussian software; Laboratory information management system LIMS; Minitab; Modeling software; Molecular simulation software; MSI Insight/Discover; Multi-functional calculators; Network Science IR Mentor Pro; Organic synthesis planning software; Q-Chem; SAS JMP; SciQuest PE TurboChrom; Siemens SHELXTL; Statistical software; Surface modeling software; Synthematix StructureSearch; Vogel Scientific Software Group CALACO; Waters Empower Chromatography Data Software; Waters Millennium32; Wavefunction Spartan
Computer aided design CAD software - ChemInnovation Software Chem 4-D; ChemSW Molecular Modeling Pro; Hypercube HyperChem
Data base user interface and query software - CambridgeSoft ChemOffice Ultra; ChemSW Buffer Maker; JDA Arthur KnowledgeBase database; LabTrack Electronic Lab Notebook; Logger software; Microsoft Access 🔥; Molsearch Pro; Structured query language SQL 🔥
Development environment software - C 🔥; Microsoft Visual Basic 🔥; National Instruments LabVIEW
Document management software - ChemSW Laboratory Document Control System LDCS
Enterprise application integration software - Extensible markup language XML 🔥
Enterprise resource planning ERP software - SAP software 🔥
Graphics or photo imaging software - Digital imaging software; Graphics software; MolDraw
Internet browser software - Internet browser software
Inventory management software - ChemSW Chemical Inventory System CIS; ItemTracker; UBI Biotracker
Object or component oriented development software - C++ 🔥; Oracle Java 🔥
Office suite software - Apple iWork; Microsoft Office software ; NeoOffice
Presentation software - Apple iWork Keynote; Microsoft PowerPoint
Process mapping and design software - Microsoft Visio 🔥
Spreadsheet software - Apple iWork Numbers; Microsoft Excel
Web platform development software - Hypertext markup language HTML 🔥
Word processing software - Apple iWork Pages; Microsoft Word 🔥; Word processing software

Occupational Requirements

Work Activities

Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information - Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People - Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Processing Information - Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Thinking Creatively - Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Developing Objectives and Strategies - Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Scheduling Work and Activities - Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Performing General Physical Activities - Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Controlling Machines and Processes - Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment - Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Working with Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment - Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment - Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment - Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others - Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Communicating with People Outside the Organization - Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Assisting and Caring for Others - Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Selling or Influencing Others - Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others - Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public - Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others - Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Developing and Building Teams - Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Training and Teaching Others - Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates - Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others - Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Performing Administrative Activities - Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Staffing Organizational Units - Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
Monitoring and Controlling Resources - Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Detailed Work Activities

Develop new or advanced products or production methods.
Analyze chemical compounds or substances.
Test quality of materials or finished products.
Establish standards for products, processes, or procedures.
Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.
Prepare compounds or solutions for products or testing.
Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
Supervise scientific or technical personnel.
Manage scientific or technical project resources.
Research methods to improve food products.