chemist

Description

Chemists perform laboratory research by testing and analysing the chemical structure of substances.They translate the research results into industrial production processes which are further used in the development or improvement of products. Chemists are also testing the quality of the manufactured products and their environmental impact.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

laboratory techniques spectroscopy physics inorganic chemistry green chemistry oxidation analytical chemistry scientific research methodology scientific literature

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

translate formulae into processes manage chemical testing procedures calibrate laboratory equipment integrate gender dimension in research develop professional network with researchers and scientists synthesise information apply for research funding manage open publications manage personal professional development use chromatography software use chemical analysis equipment promote open innovation in research analyse chemical substances think abstractly draft scientific or academic papers and technical documentation demonstrate disciplinary expertise run laboratory simulations manage findable accessible interoperable and reusable data promote the transfer of knowledge apply research ethics and scientific integrity principles in research activities prepare chemical samples advise on chemical use reduction write scientific publications apply liquid chromatography promote the participation of citizens in scientific and research activities increase the impact of science on policy and society test chemical samples operate open source software manage intellectual property rights speak different languages interact professionally in research and professional environments apply scientific methods evaluate research activities document analysis results apply safety procedures in laboratory publish academic research communicate with a non-scientific audience manage research data conduct research across disciplines perform project management mentor individuals write technical reports perform scientific research use personal protection equipment disseminate results to the scientific community develop chemical products