Chemistry, B.A., B.S.
What Can You Do With This Major?
We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Chemistry, B.A., B.S. go on to work in these industries among others.
Education
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Research Technician | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Teacher | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Research Assistant | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Middle School Psychologist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Chemistry Tutor | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Director of Toxicology | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Member Coordinator | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Cytogenetic Technologist | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Chemistry Lecturer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Team Physician Sports Medicine | $ 150,000 + |
Pharmaceuticals
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Platform Development Analytical Chemist | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Pharmacy Technician | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Purification Chemist | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Research Scientist | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Associate Scientist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Principle Research Associate for Analytical Development | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000 |
| Clinical Trial Associate | $ 150,000 + |
| Vice President for Scientific Affairs | $ 150,000 + |
| Laboratory Director | $ 140,000 - $ 149,000 |
| Safety Expert | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
Manufacturing
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Quality Control Specialist | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Metal Finishing Chemistry Technician | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Junior R and D Analytical Chemist | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Textile Technologist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Scientist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Process Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Technical Operations Specialist | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Process Development Chemist | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Head of Operations | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
Where Can You Find URI Graduates?
Many alumni who majored in Chemistry, B.A., B.S. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.
Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students
Seton Hall University | University of Rhode Island | University of California,Santa Barbara | University of Alberta | The University of Connecticut School of Medicine | Boston University School of Public Health | Montana State University-Bozeman | Seton Hall University | Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University | Hunter College
Top Employers Hiring Our Grads
Bethlehem High School | Biomatrica,Inc. | Bionano Genomics,Inc. | Boston College | Creedmoor Psychiatric Center | CVS Health Coorporation | Episcopal Academy | Integra Lifesciences Holdings Corporation | Merck and Co.,Inc. | National Institute of Standards and Technology | Northrop Grumman Corporation | Rhode Island Department of Health | Roswell Park Cancer Institute | Rubius Therapeutics,Inc. | Smithers Viscient LLC | Toray Plastics | University of Massachusetts | Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | Wake Forest University | Waters Corporation
What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?
Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.
Career Readiness for All Majors:
- Critical thinking
- Oral and written communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Digital technology
- Professionalism
- Career and self development
- Equity and inclusion
Chemistry, B.A., B.S. Skills:
These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.
- Research
- Teaching
- Analytical Chemistry
- High-Performance Liquid Chromoatography
- Pharmaceuticals
Contact
Roosevelt Hall
90 Lower College Rd
Kingston, RI 02881
401.874.2993 (ph) / 401.874.5085 (f)
