Chemical Scientists
Chemical scientists analyse and research physical aspects of chemical structure and change within substances and develop chemical techniques used in the manufacture or modification of natural substances and processed products.
More about this Career
Average Salary
£23307
New workers start around £16890. Normal pay is £23307 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £44009.
Jobs
670
Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs.
Daily Tasks
- Develops procedures for quality control of manufactured products.
- Tests techniques and processes for reliability under a variety of conditions.
- Analyses results and experimental data.
- Operates specialised scientific equipment and conducts experiments to identify chemical composition, energy and chemical changes in natural substances and processed materials.
- Develops experimental procedures, instruments and recording and testing systems.
Skills Employers are looking for
Soft Skills
Soft skills are non-technical skills that include how you interact with colleagues, solve problems, and manage your work
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Reading Comprehension
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Science
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Active Learning
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Monitoring
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Critical Thinking
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Mathematics
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Active Listening
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Writing
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Speaking
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Learning Strategies
