Careers in Chemistry
All about what different individuals in chemisty do.
Everyday Chemistry: Real People, Real Lives
- Karin O'Bryan - E. & J. Gallo Winery
- David Creelman - HR.com
- Elmer Eusman - The Library of Congress
- Warren Hull - New York State Police Forensic Investigation Center
- Dionne B. Jackson - Kennedy Space Center
- Patrick E. McGovern - University of Pennsylvania
- Gerry Montgomery - Photosound Communications, Inc.
- Robert L. Wolke - Nationally Syndicated Food Columnist
- Catherine Woytowicz - The American Chemical Society
"Women in Chemistry" Profiles from Chemical & Engineering News
Catalyzed Success, December 23, 2002
DuPont's Lynda K. Johnson is building molecules by developing catalysts for olefin polymerization.
Scientist On The Move, November 25, 2002
In moving to MIT, materials chemist Angela Belcher aims to further advance biomaterials research
A Future In Fluids, October 28, 2002
Lubrizol organic chemist Kathleen Havelka is poised for leadership and a bright future.
Modeling A Future, September 30, 2002
As an adjunct professor, Novartis' Wendy Cornell helps students gain an industrial perspective.
Chemist, Teacher, Scholar, Mentor, August 26, 2002
To Iowa State's Valerie Sheares, the value of having and being a mentor is priceless.
At Home In The Lab, July 29, 2002
Hard work, love for chemistry have yielded a successful career for IBM's Cherie Kagan.
Chemical And Musical Superconductor, June 24, 2002
Julia Chan followed her love of music, and it led her to a career as an inorganic materials chemist.
Choosing To Succeed, May 27, 2002
Medicinal chemist Ann Weber's path has led her to a fulfilling career in industry.
Made For Academia, April 22, 2002
Yale University's Alanna Schepartz finds deep satisfaction in both research and mentoring.
Taking an Early Lead, March 25, 2002
At 31, Bell Labs's Zhenan Bao sets a strong pace for young women to follow.
Leading By Example, February 25, 2002
Biomaterials chemist Allison Campbell broke the mold and became a role model with many roles
The Road Less Traveled, January 21, 2002
Carolyn Bertozzi took chances and experimented with the unfamiliar on her pathway to success.
Chemical Careers in Brief
Funded by a grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, this series presents a view of various career areas within the chemical sciences. Each two- or four-page brief contains interviews with chemists working in different areas and includes information on educational requirements, employment outlook, salaries, and the skills needed to pursue a career goal in each area.
