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Chemists study chemicals and materials and how they behave under different conditions.
You'll usually need a degree qualification to become a chemist. Subjects include:
You'll usually need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English, maths and science and 2 or 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, including chemistry. You'll need a degree in a relevant subject for postgraduate study.
You'll need:
Depending on your role, you could:
You'll usually be able to find work with a wide range of employers including the NHS, public health laboratories, research institutes and government agencies. As a chemist working in industry, you could be involved in research and development, patent work, health and safety or forensic science. You could also move into teaching or a career in the media. As an experienced chemist you could work towards chartered status like Chartered Chemist (CChem) and Chartered Scientist (CSci).
Biochemists investigate the chemical processes that take place inside all living things, from viruses and bacteria to people.
Education technicians support science, art, IT or design and technology teachers by preparing equipment and materials for practical lessons.
Sport and exercise psychologists work with athletes, teams and coaches to improve their motivation and performance.
Biotechnologists use plants, animals, microbes, biochemistry and genetics to develop new products and improve existing ones.
Nanotechnologists design, create and manipulate materials on a tiny scale.
Laboratory technicians support scientists and help carry out tests, research and investigations.
To work with teachers as part of a professional team to support learning by providing technical assistance, through the preparation and day-to-day maintenance of teaching areas and equipment for pupils.
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