Great Jobs for Chemistry Majors

by Rowh, Mark; Lambert, Stephen E.; Degalan, Julie

• ISBN13: 9780844219158
• ISBN10: 0844219150
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-04-11
• Publisher: MCG (Manual)

Summary

Answers the question "What can I do with a major in chemistry?" It isn't always obvious what a chemistry major can offer to the workplace. But it does offer you valuable skills and training that can be applied to a wide range of careers. "Great Jobs for Chemistry Majors" helps you explore these possibilities.

Author Biography

Mark Rowh is a widely published author in the areas of education and management, with articles appearing in more than fifty magazines and nearly a dozen books to his credit. He holds a Ph.D. in vocational and technical education and is on the administrative staff at New River Community College in Dublin, Virginia.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	ix	(2)
Introduction Chemistry: Formula for Success	xi
PART ONE. THE JOB SEARCH	1	(108)
Chapter 1 The Self-Assessment	2	(20)
Chapter 2 The Resume and Cover Letter	22	(23)
Chapter 3 Researching Careers	45	(18)
Chapter 4 Networking	63	(13)
Chapter 5 Interviewing	76	(10)
Chapter 6 Networking or Interviewing Follow-Up	86	(5)
Chapter 7 Job Offer Considerations	91	(5)
Chapter 8 The Graduate School Choice	96	(13)
PART TWO. THE CAREER PATHS	109	(66)
Chapter 9 Introduction to the Chemistry Career Paths	110	(6)
Chapter 10 Path 1: Research and Development	116	(18)
Chapter 11 Path 2: Teaching	134	(17)
Chapter 12 Path 3: Chemical Engineering	151	(12)
Chapter 13 Path 4: Science Management and Support	163	(12)
Appendix Additional Resources	175	(8)
Index	183