Chemistry is one of basic sciences... It brings together a large number of professions.
Requirements for specialists
Whatever area the profession related to chemistry belongs to, it dictates its own conditions that a specialist must meet:
- developed analytical and logical thinking;
- good memory;
- mathematical ability;
- attentiveness;
- thoroughness;
- accuracy;
- ability to concentrate on a task.
Do you meet these requirements? to understand your strengths and weaknesses and choose the optimal direction professional activity.
Chemistry-related professions: a list of the most in-demand specialties
Chemistry penetrates into all areas of our life and is used in the professional activities of many specialists. Some professions are rare, others are in demand and popular in the labor market. Consider the professions that are well known.
Chemistry teacher
The first profession that comes to mind when the word "chemistry" is a chemistry teacher. A specialist who combines a thorough knowledge of the subject with mastery of teaching methods and teaching skills can find a job at school, college or university.
Important!
For a long time, teaching in Russia was not paid properly. Now the situation is changing, and teachers have the opportunity to earn decent money, as well as receive benefits from the state, for example, a mortgage at a low rate, a social package. Since there was a significant outflow of teaching staff from schools in the 90s and 00s, there is now a shortage of teachers. Entering the Faculty of Chemistry with the aim of becoming a chemistry teacher, you choose a profession with which you can easily find a job and be socially protected.
Chemist-technologist
It is a broad group of professions that are involved in a wide variety of industries:
- heavy industry;
- textile industry;
- food production;
- extractive industry;
- chemical and cosmetic production.
Job responsibilities of a chemical technologist:
- researching;
- development of formulations and technologies;
- introduction of new technologies;
- development of documentation;
- control of production and products.
This profession is in high demand, and remuneration depends on the industry in which the specialist is employed. In Russia, the most high salaries in the extractive industry, and in Western Europe - in medicine and scientific activities.
Biochemist
Biochemistry is at the junction of two sciences - biology and chemistry. This is a young science that appeared in the 19th century.
A biochemist studies the composition and properties of living organisms - plants, animals, microorganisms and humans and their cells; the processes that take place in them; the laws of their life.
The studies carried out by biochemists make it possible to study the mechanisms of the onset of diseases and develop methods of combating them, create new effective drugs or develop new varieties of plants. This is painstaking work that requires extensive knowledge, high concentration, endless patience.
The work of biochemists is highly demanded and well paid.
Technical Analysis Laboratory Assistant
These specialists are engaged in the chemical and chemical-physical analysis of substances, which is necessary to control the compliance of production products with standards. The activities of laboratory assistants are very important, because the quality of products in all branches of production depends on their work.
Interesting!
The profession of a laboratory assistant belongs to the types "person-sign" and "person-technician", therefore it is suitable for introverts.
For the work of a laboratory chemist, a compulsory higher education is required.
Environmental chemist
A relatively new direction.
Interesting!
Ecology as a science and field of activity is relatively young, but now, due to pollution environment, gain popularity. This process is especially pronounced in European countries, in the USA and Australia, but in Russia the ecological direction is becoming more and more important. Therefore, those who now choose specialties related to ecology, after graduation, will not have problems with employment.
An environmental chemist is engaged in:
- the study of processes leading to changes in the environment;
- monitoring of environmental control at industrial enterprises;
- development of standards for permissible environmental impact;
- chemical expertise;
- control of chemical processes in production.
A specialist can work in a research institute, research center, environmental control service, sanitary-epidemiological or certification laboratory.
Doctor
For a doctor, knowledge of biology and chemistry is a must.
The medical professions are in high demand all over the world and at all times. Unfortunately, people get sick and the demand for doctors is not decreasing. The doctor also deals with issues of disease prevention.
In Russia, the work of a doctor is now paid better than it was 10–20 years ago, but specialists employed in state clinics do not earn very much. In the USA and Europe, the doctor is one of the highest paid professions.
Important!
To practice in Germany, you need to have a German diploma.
Pharmacist
The pharmaceutical specialist knows all about pharmaceuticals. He is also obliged to know the rules for providing first aid, the basics of pharmaceutical business, economics.
The place of work of a pharmacist is research institutes, research centers, laboratories, as well as pharmacies.
Interesting!
Russia is among the ten countries with the largest number of pharmacies per capita, along with the United States, China and Japan. We have one pharmacy for every 2500 people. It is not surprising that the work of pharmacists is in demand.
Pharmacist
Pharmacist is a type of pharmacist profession. In Russia, a pharmacist is called a pharmacist with increased competence, and in European countries, a pharmacist is an assistant to a pharmacist.
Important!
If you plan to work as a pharmacist or pharmacist abroad, you need to get an education there, since the Russian diploma will have to be confirmed.
Chemist-cosmetologist
Knowledge in the field of cosmetology will be useful to a chemist employed in the cosmetic industry. A cosmetic chemist is essentially a process chemist who is involved in the development, production and control of cosmetics. Such specialists work in laboratories for cosmetic production.
Forensic expert
A forensic scientist must have a medical education, and it is impossible without knowledge of chemistry.
The work of a forensic scientist is quite specific; a specialist is engaged in clarifying the circumstances and causes of death of people, collects data, providing irreplaceable assistance in solving crimes.
Forensic scientists have many benefits, short working hours, and well-paid jobs.
Looking to the future: career and earnings
When thinking about the professions associated with chemistry, it is necessary to take into account the following fact: chemistry is around us. This means that it is so necessary in modern society that it is absolutely impossible to do without representatives of the chemical profession. For those who choose chemistry-related professions, this is a sign that they will be in demand on the labor market at any time.
The salaries of specialists are generally decent, but in Europe they are much higher than in Russia.
Therefore, it makes sense to consider getting an education abroad.
The optimal choice for Russian applicants is German universities that offer:
- admission without the exam;
- free education;
- a large number of training programs, including professions that are not yet taught in Russia;
- an extensive base for research activities;
- flexible study schedule;
- the possibility of obtaining a scholarship;
- accommodation in hostels;
- the ability to legally earn extra money;
- extension of a study visa after graduation to find a job.
For admission to free education in German universities, you do not need to worry about the results of the exam. Study in school, get good grades, and after graduation, apply to several universities in Germany at once. The diploma received at a German university will allow you to work both in Germany and in Russia. Of great importance for admission is the correct execution of the package of documents. It is not so easy to cope with this matter without experience. It's good that you don't have to worry about it, but that will help you do everything right.
High-paying jobs, where you do not need to wag your nerves, do exist. Business Insider compares Department of Labor data on wages workers of different professions and a base called Professional information network(Occupational Information Network) on the stress of hundreds of specialties. Stress is measured on a scale from 0 to 100.
Here is a list of the 32 quietest jobs:
1. Chemical engineer
Stress resistance: 71
Annual income:$103 960
Duties: Chemical workshop equipment design and process development for the production of chemicals and products such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper and cellulose. The principles and technologies of chemistry, physics and technology are applied.
Required education: bachelor
2. Civil engineer
Stress resistance: 71
Annual income:$87 940
Duties: Carrying out engineering duties in the field of planning, design, supervision of the construction and operation of building structures, as well as various construction projects.
Required education: bachelor
3. Dentist-hygienist (dental hygienist)
Stress resistance: 71
Annual income:$72 720
Duties: Brushing your teeth and examining your mouth, head and neck for signs of illness. Advice to patients on oral hygiene, work with X-rays.
Required education: Junior Specialist
4. Medical scientist (medical scientist)
Stress resistance: 71
Annual income:$79 370
Duties: Conducting research related to human disease and improving human health through participation in clinical trials, research and development.
Required education: doctoral or professional degree
5. Microbiologist
Stress resistance: 71
Annual income:$79 230
Duties: Examination of microscopic organisms such as bacteria, algae or fungi; the study of the relationship between organisms and the effect of antibiotics on them.
Required education: minimum - bachelor's degree, sometimes - master's or PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)
6. Postsecondary psychology teacher
Stress resistance: 71
Annual income:$79 370
Duties: Teaching courses in psychology different types... You can only engage in teaching or teaching and research
Required education: doctoral or professional degree
7. Audiologist (audiologist)
Stress resistance: 70
Annual income:$77 420
Duties: Assessing and treating people with hearing impairments and related illnesses. They can fit hearing aids and sometimes do research related to hearing problems.
Required education: doctoral degree and license
8. Ophthalmologist (optometrist)
Stress resistance: 70
Annual income:$115 750
Duties: Checking the eyes for vision problems and diseases. Prescribing glasses as needed.
Required education: bachelor, 4 years ophthalmology program and license
9. Art director (art-director)
Stress resistance: 69
Annual income:$101 990
Duties: Responsible for visual style and images in magazines, newspapers, packaging, and film and television productions.
Required education: Bachelor's degree or work experience
10. Technical writer
Stress resistance: 69
Annual income:$73 350
Duties: Writing technical materials such as manuals for equipment or applications and instructions for use and maintenance.
Required education: usually a bachelor (it is important to have experience with a technique or technology such as computer science, web design or engineering)
11. Computer hardware engineer (computer hardware engineer)
Stress resistance: 67
Annual income:$114 970
Duties: Research, design, development, or testing of a computer and computing equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific purposes.
Required education: Bachelor of Accredited Program
12. Orthodontist
Stress resistance: 67
Annual income:$221 390
Duties: Inspection, diagnosis and treatment of dental problems and abnormalities in the cavity, design of devices for the reconstruction of teeth and jaws.
Required education: Bachelor, 4 years dental school and 2-3 years residency
13. Hydrologist (hydrologist)
Stress resistance: 66
Annual income:$83 440
Duties: Study of water movements, solving problems of water availability and quality.
Required education: master
14. Applications software developer
Stress resistance: 65
Annual income:$102 160
Duties: Creation, development and modification of applications.
Required education: Bachelor or Strong Computer Skills
15. Manager of computer and information systems(Computer and information systems manager)
Stress resistance: 64
Annual income:$141 000
Duties: Defining goals information technology organizations; implementation of appropriate computer systems to achieve these goals.
Required education: bachelor
16. Insurance company statistician
Stress resistance: 64
Annual income:$110 000
Duties: Analysis of financial costs of risk and uncertainty.
Required education: bachelor and certification exams
17. Operations research analyst
Stress resistance: 63
Annual income:$84 180
Duties: Using math and analytical methods to help organizations identify and solve problems and make informed decisions.
Required education: mostly bachelor's degree, sometimes master's or PhD
18. College law teacher (postsecondarylaw teacher)
Stress resistance: 63
Annual income:$126 230
Duties: Teaching legal courses
Required education: bachelor and academic degree in jurisprudence
19. Geologist (Geoscientist)
Stress resistance: 63
Annual income:$105 720
Duties: Study of the composition, structure and other physical aspects of the soil.
Required education: bachelor, sometimes - license
20. Astronomer
Stress resistance: 62
Annual income:$110 220
Duties: Viewing, research and analysis of astronomical phenomena, the application of information to practical problems.
Required education
21. College Economics Lecturer (postsecondaryeconomics teacher)
Stress resistance: 62
Annual income:$106 980
Duties: Teaching courses in economics
Required education: PhD for most job places, but a master's may be enough
22. Physicist (physicist)
Stress resistance: 61
Annual income:$118 500
Duties: Researching physical phenomena, developing theories based on observations and experiments, and developing methods for applying physical laws and theories.
Required education: PhD for most places of employment
23. Biomedical engineer
Stress resistance: 61
Annual income:$93 230
Duties: Analysis and solution of problems in the field of biology and medicine in order to improve the quality and efficiency of patient care
Required education: Bachelor in an accredited specialty or Bachelor in a related specialty who has completed preparatory courses
24. Material engineer
Stress resistance: 61
Annual income:$94 690
Duties: Assessment and development of materials, machines and processes in production
Required education: Bachelor in Logistics or related specialties
25. Political scientist
Stress resistance: 61
Annual income:$103 210
Duties: Study of the origin, development and functioning of political systems
Required education: Bachelor's, later Master's or PhD in Political Science or Allied Sciences
26. Agronomist- mechanic(agricultural engineer)
Stress resistance: 61
Annual income:$78 490
Duties: Application of knowledge of engineering technology and biology to agricultural problems related to strength and technique, soil, water conservation and agricultural processing.
Required education: Bachelor in Agronomy or Biology
27. statistician
Stress resistance: 59
Annual income:$84 440
Duties: Application statistical methods in collecting and analyzing data to solve problems of business, science, engineering and other areas.
Required education: higher education
28. The Economist (economist)
Stress resistance: 59
Annual income:$109 230
Duties: Study of production and distribution of resources, goods and services.
Required education: bachelor
29. Geographer (geographer)
Stress resistance: 58
Annual income:$74 920
Duties: Study of the nature and use of areas of the earth's surface, research on physical aspects region, conducting research on the human activity in this area.
Required education: usually - master, in rare cases - bachelor
30. Mathematician (mathematician)
Stress resistance: 57
Annual income:$112 560
Duties: Research in the field of fundamental mathematics, application of mathematical methods in science, management and other areas;
Required education: usually bachelor's or master's, sometimes doctor
31. Materials scientist
Stress resistance: 53
Annual income:$94 940
Duties: Study of substances at the atomic and molecular levels, the study of their reaction with each other, the development of new and improved products.
Required education: minimum - bachelor's degree, more often - master's or PhD
32. Fuel cell engineer
Stress resistance: 50
Annual income:$88 190
Duties: Design, evaluation, modification or construction of fuel cell elements or systems for transportation, stationary or portable applications.
Required education: minimum - bachelor's degree, often - master's or PhD
At school, many thought that chemistry was a useless subject, and in the future it would not be of any use. Well, in the courtyard of the XXI century - time technical progress... And now the professions related to chemistry are at the top of the list of the most demanded in the labor market. And good chemists can count on a promising and
But are all branches of chemistry now held in high esteem? And where to get an education as a chemist? What are the requirements for such specialists? All these questions are quite logical and require a clear answer.
The role of chemistry in the modern world
First, let's take a look at what chemistry is. If you do not go into details, then this is the field of natural sciences, which studies the structure of various substances, as well as their reaction with the environment. That is, the professions associated with chemistry are needed in order to study these reactions and use them for the benefit of an enterprise, a country or all of humanity.
Now almost all goods on the market are in one way or another associated with technologies that use chemical reactions. For example, fuel cleaning, the use of food colors, detergents, pesticides for fertilizers, and so on. Even in the production of wooden furniture, famous for its natural purity, chemical concentrates, varnishes and polishes are now used.
Therefore, there is always a job for specialists in this field. A chemist, and even more so a process engineer, can always find a suitable place for himself in the production of the city, the main thing is to initially choose the right direction.
Requirements for specialists
First of all, people of this profession must have a good memory and an analytical one. After all, a chemist is a scientist who must be able to predict the consequences of a chemical reaction, and for this you need to memorize tons of theoretical and practical material.
Also, the professions related to chemistry take a lot of time to master. Therefore, the future specialist should be prepared for the fact that he will have to devote himself entirely to this science. It would be more correct to say that a chemist is more of a vocation than a profession.
And the last thing is creativity. Innovative ideas, creativity and an unconventional look at familiar things allow the chemist to make new discoveries. Namely, they are now so needed by companies and corporations in order to bypass competitors.
Where to get an education?
The material that is taught at school is just the tip of the iceberg. In order to deepen their knowledge in this area, future specialists need to choose a suitable educational institution.
Basic concepts can be obtained in college or technical school. But you need to understand that from the choice educational institution directly depends on what the work will be later. Chemist is a rather broad concept, because some are engaged in the production of paint, and the latter improve the quality of food additives. And when choosing a place to study, first of all, you need to think about your own future and the prospects of the faculty.
As far as higher education is concerned, it provides an opportunity to gain access to the most in the field of reactions. This includes biotechnologist, nanochemist, expert in alternative types energy and so on.
From theory to practice
If you don't find fault with the division of chemists into classes and groups, then two main types can be distinguished: a theoretical chemist and a practical chemist.
The first is the explorer. He is a scientist from head to toe, spending days and nights in a research laboratory in search of new elements, compounds and formulas. He is a forerunner with a thirst for discovery. For this category of people, chemistry should be the meaning of life, otherwise successful discoveries they do not know.
As for practical chemists, they use the knowledge discovered by their colleagues in their work. Their main task is to bring all ideas to life, and even so that they serve the benefit of their organization or enterprise. A striking example can be and so on.
But, as mentioned earlier, this is just a general division. In reality, everything is much more complicated and confusing.
Chemistry-related professions: a list of the most in-demand specialties
Let's not talk about specialists working in the oil refining and gas production industries, because they have always been considered the elite and, naturally, have large salaries. It would be more reasonable to describe those professions related to chemistry that can guarantee work in almost any region.
So, the most demanded categories of chemists:
- Chemist-technologist. Depending on the profile of training, it can work in food or industrial enterprises. The main task of this specialist is also the introduction of innovations into production.
- Chemist-cosmetologist. A very popular destination, especially in those regions where there are large cosmetic companies.
- Pharmacist. Higher education makes it possible to work in large companies producing medicines. An ordinary specialist can always find a place for himself in a city pharmacy.
- Environmental chemist. Almost every city has a department that monitors the environmental situation in the district. In such an organization there is always a position of a full-time chemist.
- Forensic science and forensic science. The Ministry of Internal Affairs also needs chemists, because, as practice shows, their knowledge can help in catching criminals.
A look into the future
If we talk about what there are related to chemistry, then we cannot fail to mention the area that studies alternative energy sources. After all, soon the oil supply will run out, the same will happen with gas, so every year the demand for such specialists is growing rapidly. And who knows, maybe in 10-20 years chemists in this area will top the list of the most demanded specialists.
We associate everything with chemical science:
further progress around us
peace, new methods of transformation and
improvements. And it can't be
today a specialist who has managed
would do without knowledge of chemistry.
N.N.Semenov
To many of us, chemistry at school seems like another general education subject that we will never need in adulthood. However, knowledge in the field of chemistry is essential for representatives of many professions. What are the professions related to chemistry?
Representatives need a certain amount of chemical knowledge almost all technical professions.
Chemists are needed in the oil-extracting, oil-refining, military, food and chemical industries, the production of varnishes, paints and plastics, ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy, mechanical engineering, the production of cosmetics, agriculture and many other areas. Representatives of any medical specialty cannot do without knowledge in the field of chemistry.
Chemist-technologist- this is a more practical specialization, however, in his activities, research is also indispensable. Chemists-technologists are needed in many sectors of the national economy, as well as in design and research organizations. Every day we come across products, the production of which would have been impossible without chemists-technologists: these are fuel, and household chemicals, and paints, and much more.
Promising areas for a chemist are alsopharmaceuticals and cosmetics production(there is even such a branch of chemistry as cosmetic chemistry). All medicines and cosmetics that you see on sale were created by chemists who know everything about the properties of their constituent substances and their effect on our body.
Chemists are needed in forensic laboratories(and not only in forensic science, any laboratory assistant should know chemistry), in the field of construction (creation and testing of new composite building materials) and even in the field of nanotechnology.
Many chemistry professions are at the intersection of several disciplines. For example,biochemistryis at the junction of chemistry and biology and studies chemical composition living cells and organisms, as well as chemical processes that underlie their life.
WITH there is even such a science ascosmochemistry(chemical cosmology). It is located at the intersection of chemistry, astronomy and astrophysics and studies the chemical composition of cosmic bodies, the laws of distribution and distribution. chemical elements in the universe and much more. One of its sections isastrochemistry(molecular astrophysics), which studies chemical reactions in the interstellar medium.
Chemistry spreads its hands wide in human affairs ... Wherever we look, where we do not look back, everywhere the successes of her diligence turn before our eyes.
M.V. Lomonosov
Chemistry is one of the most important sciences that enables us to understand the world. If you do not know about the chemical processes that are constantly happening around us, then the world will be completely unknowable.
Studying the secrets of modern chemistry will allow you to master many relevant and demanded professions. Knowledge of chemistry makes it possible to work in the field of medicine, pharmacology, biochemistry and biophysics, molecular biology, geology ... Chemistry is the key to a successful future: the knowledge gained in chemistry will help you master a worthy profession and find your place in life.
Chemist
A specialist who studies various substances, their connection with each other, their properties and characteristics of chemical reactions is called a chemist.
Chemist carries out chemical analysis and research of the composition of substances, products, raw materials. Studying the properties of various substances; forecasting the use of substances in the national economy; obtaining, production of various substances on an industrial scale ( mineral fertilizers, insecticides, growth additives, etc.).
Conducts chemical research: analysis and synthesis of new products, testing of their properties, chemical synthesis (obtaining a specific product with a given chemical composition and structure).
The profession requires a high level of concentration and stability of attention (the ability to keep attention on one subject or type of activity for a long time); the ability to analyze and organize a large amount of information; the ability to engage in painstaking work for a long time. Important are personal qualities, as organization, accuracy, clarity, composure, perseverance.
Effective work will be hampered by absent-mindedness, inattention, disorganization, and lack of inclination to research activities.
Areas of use professional knowledge chemist: industry and academic research institutes; chemical enterprises and plants (for the production of plastics, synthetic fibers and fabrics, fertilizers, etc.); educational institutions; enterprises of the pulp and paper industry; mining and processing plants; medical institutions (pharmaceutical industry); food industry enterprises; perfumery industry.
Chemist Is a common name for a profession that unites various specialties. The professions of a chemical profile include: chemical technologist, chemical engineer, environmental chemist, analytical chemist, research chemist, pharmaceutical chemist, biopharmaceutical chemist, radiochemist, etc.
Chemist-technologist
Chemist-technologist - a specialist who is engaged in the development of optimal projects for the manufacture of products for its production in an industrial environment.
Specialists of this profession develop new technological processes in the production of products and improve the existing ones. They control samples of raw materials, materials, semi-finished products and finished products in production.
The result of a specialist's activity is an economical and technically accessible project for obtaining on an industrial scale the required product, object or type of energy. The project calculates the consumption of raw materials, materials and energy, takes into account the quality and quantity of waste, as well as the method of their disposal.
Chemists-technologists are in great demand at enterprises for the production and processing of plastics, at factories producing paints and varnishes, fertilizers, in the petrochemical industry. The essence of the work of a chemist-technologist is to develop new compositions with desired properties; in conducting research on the selection of optimal raw materials, the introduction of technologies for the production of new products and control over these processes; in studying the properties of the obtained substances and adjusting formulations in order to improve their quality.
Today, not only chemists-technologists are especially in demand, but specialists who are able to work with suppliers of raw materials, are well-versed in the chemical market, can develop and lead projects for the introduction of a new type of product. Successful activity requires initiative, the ability to work with people, additional knowledge in Economics and Management. All these qualities will help you make a career and take leadership positions in a chemical enterprise.
Chemical analysis laboratory assistant
Laboratory assistant chemical analysis - a specialist who conducts chemical and physicochemical analysis of substances in the laboratory.
The work of a laboratory assistant for chemical analysis is the basis for the quality of products in any sector of the national economy. Chemical analysis of raw materials is necessary to control the compliance of technological process products and finished products with existing standards. The laboratory assistant for chemical analysis ensures the control of the industrial process and the receipt of products with specified properties. It is safe to say that the well-being of many people depends on the work of these specialists, who use the results of their work in everyday life and at work.
The laboratory assistant of chemical analysis conducts chemical and physicochemical analysis of various substances: ores, oil and oil products, steels of various grades, metal alloys, acids, salts, etc. Prepares reagents and equipment for work. Analyzes substances: establishes the chemical composition of a substance, the quantitative ratio of the elements and compounds contained in it, determines the physicochemical properties of the substance (viscosity, solubility, etc.).
Successful work as a laboratory assistant in chemical analysis requires the presence of the following professionally important qualities: a tendency to work with information, developed logical abilities, the ability to concentrate, a tendency to work with objects of nature, developed mathematical abilities, emotional stability.
Biochemist
Biochemistry (biological chemistry) is a field of science that studies the molecular foundations of life: the chemical composition, structure, properties and localization of substances that make up organisms, the pathways and patterns of their formation, the sequence and mechanisms of transformations, as well as the functional role of biomolecules. The last few decades have been marked by a number of outstanding discoveries in biochemistry, which have propelled it into the category of fundamental scientific disciplines and have made biochemistry a powerful tool for solving many important problems in biology, medicine, pharmacology, and biotechnology.
Biochemists study the chemical processes occurring in living organisms. Biochemists are essential for stem cell and genetic research, the response of organisms to various drugs and allergens, agrochemistry and crop yields.
Biotechnologist
The activities of a biotechnologist are difficult to describe in two words. This work covers medicine, pharmaceuticals, and genetic engineering.
Biotechnology - a scientific discipline bordering between biology and technology and a sphere of practice, studying the ways and methods of changing the natural environment around a person in accordance with his needs. This is a direction of scientific and technological progress, using biological processes and agents for targeted impact on nature, as well as in the interests of industrial production of products useful to humans. The scope of application of biotechnology is constantly expanding: in addition to the production of pharmaceutical and food products, biotechnological methods are used to develop minerals, solve the problem of energy resources, combat environmental disturbances, etc.
Professional activity b iotechnologist covers such areas as the production of biologically active substances and the processing of raw materials using microorganisms, enzymes, cell cultures of plants and animals; research activities in the main areas of modern biotechnology (genetic and cellular engineering, agricultural, industrial and medical biotechnology); protection of the environment from pollution (biological treatment of wastewater and contaminated areas, disposal of industrial, household and agricultural waste).
Biotechnologists can work in research institutes and scientific and practical centers, at enterprises of the microbiological, pharmaceutical, perfumery and cosmetic, biochemical, food industries (bakeries, milk and meat processing plants, confectionery factories, etc.).
Environmental chemist
Chemical ecology - a section of ecology that studies the consequences of direct and indirect effects on the environment of chemicals and possible ways reducing their negative impact.
Environmental chemist is engaged in the organization and implementation of local monitoring, industrial environmental control at enterprises. Develops standards for permissible environmental impact, limits on environmental management, calculates environmental payments. Carries out an inventory of sources of pollution of the atmosphere, waste water, waste, testing and drawing up passports of dust and gas treatment plants, etc. Carries out a chemical examination of the quality of raw materials, intermediates and food products, water. Control the chemical processes in production.
The objects of professional activity of an environmental chemist are sources of emission of pollutants, energy and other factors of impact on the environment; streams of pollutants removed with wastewater, waste gases, liquid and solid waste; systems for processing, placement (disposal) of waste; equipment and technologies for the purification of air emissions and wastewater, etc.
Environmental chemists work in research institutes, analytical laboratories, research centers enterprises and firms of the chemical, metallurgical, biochemical, pharmaceutical, medical, veterinary, food, radio-electronic, perfumery and cosmetic profile; institutions and services of environmental control, expertise and monitoring of the environment, in sanitary-epidemiological, certification, expert-analytical laboratories.
Doctor
M.V. Lomonosov said: "A physician cannot be perfect without a satisfied knowledge of chemistry." These words are relevant to this day. Chemistry is the foundation for the study of theoretical and clinical medical disciplines. For medicine and health care, the role of chemistry is especially significant in the synthesis of drugs, medical materials, devices, as well as in diagnostics and treatment.
Doctor - a specialist who uses his skills, knowledge and experience in the prevention and treatment of diseases, maintaining the normal functioning of the human body.
Doctor - a person who has received a higher medical education in the relevant specialty and who undertakes to devote his knowledge and skills to the prevention and treatment of diseases, the preservation and strengthening of human health.
The practitioner deals with the prevention (prevention), recognition (diagnosis) and treatment (therapy) of diseases and injuries. This is achieved through continuous improvement of medical knowledge and medical skills (research of a number of interrelated fundamental, general medical and special clinical disciplines, experience of direct contact with the patient, his needs and suffering).
Advantages of the profession: a variety of options for specialization, from which you can choose the area that is closest to your interests; independence in decision making, social significance profession.
Limitations of the profession: a high level of responsibility for the life and health of patients (which depend on the decisions made by the doctor); the need to constantly develop their skills and abilities, to master all new means of labor (drugs, medical equipment), new techniques and methods of work.
Successful work as a doctor requires the following qualities: observation, a tendency to work with people, empathy (sensitivity to the emotional state of another person), organization, developed logical abilities, responsibility, high emotional stability.
Pharmacist
Pharmacy Is a complex of scientific and practical disciplines engaged in the development of medicines, the search for natural sources of medicinal substances, research of these substances, storage, manufacturing, dispensing and marketing issues.
The uniqueness of pharmaceutical education lies in the fact that it combines knowledge of chemical, biomedical and special pharmaceutical disciplines with knowledge of the organization of the pharmaceutical business, the operation of pharmacies, management and marketing, pharmaceutical service and pharmaceutical production management, psychology and pedagogy, pharmaceutical ethics and deontology.
Pharmacist - a specialist with secondary specialized education, graduated from a medical college.
Participates in the acceptance of goods, their distribution to storage locations, provides storage conditions for medicines. Determines the correctness of the preparation of prescriptions, dispenses medicines and products medical purpose... Can run a pharmacy in the absence of a specialist with a higher education.
The work of a pharmacist is related to the health of people, therefore the first and most important quality is responsibility, literacy and attentiveness. If a pharmacist works in a pharmacy's sales area, he has to communicate with customers. This requires patience, goodwill, and a culture of communication.
Pharmacist
Pharmacist Is a highly qualified pharmacist who has the right to independent pharmaceutical work (manufacture of medicines) and to manage a pharmacy.
The pharmacist must have a higher pharmaceutical education. After graduation medical school a pharmacist must undergo a six-month internship and pass an exam to obtain a special permit (license) for the right to carry out pharmaceutical activities.
The rank of a pharmacist corresponds to the level of qualification of a doctor. A pharmacist has the right to hold managerial positions, for example, to be the head of a pharmacy.
The pharmacist takes prescriptions, dispenses medicines and medical products in accordance with the current rules, stores medicines in accordance with their physical and chemical properties and established storage rules. Manufactures medicines, conducts quality control of medicines arriving and manufactured in the pharmacy. Forms applications for the receipt and distribution of medicines and medical products.
The work of a pharmacist requires, first of all, an ideal memory, a high intellectual level, high responsibility, a tendency to research work... The pharmacist must know the physicochemical properties of medicinal products, preparation technologies, storage rules. He should be free to navigate in their types and groups, composition, rules of application, dosage. Good understanding of the raw materials. Knowledge of Latin is obligatory. Working in the pharmaceutical industry requires knowledge of modern pharmaceutical equipment, the principles of clean zones, global GMP standards and the basics of biotechnological production.
The organization of the wholesale trade in medicines, the control of the work of pharmacies is carried out by a pharmacist specializing in management and economics. To organize a pharmacy, production, wholesale trade in medicines, a pharmacist does not need to know in all the intricacies technological process, but you need to know the market conditions for medical products, have knowledge of marketing, understand the legal laws governing the trade and production of drugs. When working with foreign partners, knowledge of a foreign language is required.
Pharmacists work in pharmacies and research institutes (development of new drugs), in pharmaceutical factories, in the procurement departments of factories (collection and processing of medicinal plants), in pharmacy warehouses and in analytical laboratories of regulatory authorities. And also in organizations dealing with wholesale medical supplies.
Chemistry teacher
Chemistry teacher provides training and education of students, taking into account the specifics of teaching academic subject"chemistry". Conducts lessons, additional optional classes, leads subject circles. Introduces students to modern chemical industries, the main areas of chemicalization of the leading sectors of the national economy, the work of workers in chemical and related industries.
Draws up a thematic work plan for the subject, ensures the implementation curriculum... Participates in methodical work, uses the most effective forms, methods and means of teaching. Analyzes student progress, ensures compliance with academic discipline. Forms the skills and abilities of independent work of schoolchildren, stimulates their cognitive activity and educational motivation. Achieves a lasting and deep assimilation of knowledge on the subject, the ability to apply knowledge in practice.
Perhaps right now you are deciding whether to associate your destiny with chemistry, whether you have the abilities that would allow you to make a brilliant career in this area. Academician D. A. Epshtein argued that these abilities are made up of two main components: "chemical head" and "chemical hands".
What does it mean? We can say that a person has a "chemical head" if he has good logical, associative and imaginative thinking, the ability to abstract and generalize, and terminological memory.
But the most important thing in a real chemist is a vivid interest in substances and the processes of their transformation, the desire to work with them. The peculiarity of chemical thinking lies in figurative and model representations of matter and its transformations at the level of the microworld. And when a person with this kind of thinking has “chemical hands” - neat, delicate ones - this is a natural born synthetic chemist or analyst.
Ekaterina PASTUSHKOVA
