Comments on: Chemist Careers for the Uncertain Science Major

By: Beverlee R. Blanchard

Beverlee R. Blanchard — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 07:07:19 +0000

Hi Perry! I too am a recent grad with a BSc in Biochem. I am searching for work but all the jobs I come across are for experienced scientist (5+ years). I barely have a year of real world experience so where and how can I get a job? Is best to complete a grad level program first then get into the field? Thanks for your help!

By: Stacy

Stacy — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 02:07:34 +0000

Hi!
I am currently in high school and I’m interested in becoming a cosmetic science major. However, I am unsure of what kind of graduate school would help me get into the industry. And are there certain cosmetic companies that are easier to get jobs at? Also, is the pay decent? Thanks for the article! I thought cosmetic science was a dead end job, but I’ve always been interested in it and even though many people have told me it will not support a living, I want to pursue it.

By: Char

Char — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:05:52 +0000

Hi Perry!!
I’m really interested in becoming a cosmetic scientist. particularly a formulation chemist or synthesis chemist since i love organic chem. I’m almost done with my degree, (final semester, chemistry major) and i want to do a Masters focusing on cosmetic chemistry. However, not many universities offer such postgrad courses, except Fairleigh Dickinson, Uni. of Cincinnatti, etc. Do you think doing an MSc or possibly PhD in Organic Chemistry would help me become a cosmetic chemist all the same? But i don’t have any work experience currently…and the industry always looks for experienced people, so.. would doing an advanced degree be unnecessary? Is it better to start working first?

By: Cindy Jones

Cindy Jones — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 04:13:35 +0000

Besides not being many jobs in the research area it often means spending more time writing grants than actually doing research. As a biochemist myself, I have found I love doing cosmetic science but am a johnny come lately to the field.

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By: Perry

Perry — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:06:19 +0000

@Dami – I actually got a degree in biochemistry and spent most of my career as a formulator. There are no specific jobs for biochemists however, the knowledge you get from that degree would be extremely useful for a skincare formulator.

By: Dami

Dami — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 20:42:56 +0000

Hi There,
What about a biochemists? Where do they fit in the cosmetic industry?
warm regards