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Here you can find information on the types of careers and employment roles studying chemistry may land you.You can also discover where to look for job vacancies, as well as professional associations, mentoring and international opportunities.Chemists study the chemical and physical properties of a wide range of substances and products and develop and monitor chemical production and processes.Many industries need chemical-based products, including the components needed for food, drugs, or materials.Chemistry graduates develop a range of transferrable skills by designing, monitoring and analysing data from projects and experiments, much of which can also be applied beyond the science and technology sectors.Career fields*Denotes further study at postgraduate level likely to be requiredChemical manufacturingPharmaceutical industryEnvironmental consultanciesChemical laboratoriesPharmacologyFood production and developmentMiningAgriculturePetroleum production and researchHospitalsUniversitiesMedical and scientific research*Teaching*Chemical engineering*Employment rolesAnalytical chemist/scientistResearch and development chemistQuality control chemist/analystOrganics chemistChemical laboratory technicianPaint chemistFormulation chemistResearch scientist/associateForensic chemistScientific officerTechnical specialistchemicalEnvironmental officerScientific evaluatorChemistry teacher*Research and development chemist**Denotes further study at postgraduate level likely to be requiredIn addition to knowledge and skills directly related to your program of study, you will also develop a range of other skills such as teamwork, analytical, communication through academic study, employment, voluntary work, sporting and recreational activities and life experience.Recognising the value employers place on these skills is an important factor in your graduate job search. You can further develop your employability with these resources:Information on relevant vacancies can be found in a wide range of sources, including:Griffith University researchers have developed innovative, eco-friendly quantum materials that can drive the transformation of methanol into ethylene glycol.Led byProfessor Qin Li, from Griffith''sQueensland Micro- and Nanotechnology Centre, the team''s method uses solar-driven photocatalysis to convert methanol into ethylene glycol under mild conditions."Our research demonstrates a significant step towards green chemistry, showing how sustainable materials can be used to achieve important chemical transformations," Professor Li says.Craft a stand-out resume and cover letter, and learn how to prepare for job interviews.Many work opportunities are not advertised, so we recommend approaching potential employers with the aim of researching their needs and how your skills, experience, interests and qualifications could match theirs.This is called informational interviewing and will benefit you by:clarifying your specific career directionincreasing your chances of being offered a job.The Your Career website includes helpful information such as job descriptions, employment prospects, average weekly earnings and skills requirements. Every job title in the database has a skills section to help you identify and describe essential skills for your future career.The My Future website also has job descriptions and a useful career insight section.Joining a professional association is a great way to interact with people in your field who can assist you to explore your career options and potentially find employment opportunities. Such associations hold regular professional development and networking events.Students are welcome to join and often receive a discount on membership.The award-winning Industry Mentoring Program provides an excellent opportunity to further develop your employability and build professional networks.The program is available to students with more than 80CP as well as recent graduates.Griffith University is aligned to the United Nation''s Sustainable Development Goals ( SDGs ) and is committed to promoting decent work and economic growth, advancing the principles of responsible and sustainable consumption and production, and advocating for peace, justice, and resilient institutional frameworks.Further careers informationCareers counsellingIndividual career counselling sessions are available to all current students and recent graduates.You can book an initial appointment via CareerHub.Check out our Career Readiness site in Learning@Griffith for additional information and resources for your career development learning:Please note: The content on this webpage is a guide only. Please refer to degree-specific information and accreditation requirements of your profession on the Degree and Course Finder website and with the relevant professional accreditation body for your degree. #J-18808-Ljbffr