Chemistry, and then what…

Enjoyment

Job prospects

Challenge

RewardingInteresting

Good degree

Best results

Make a difference

Research

Job requirement

Jobs directly related to chemistry

Analytical chemist Biomedical scientist Food technologist Forensic scientist Materials engineer Medical physicist Quality assurance

manager Product development

scientist Toxicologist Health & Safety adviser Molecular modelling

Clinical work Research – tissue typing

Geoscientist Marine scientist Soil scientist Water quality scientist PhD/Postdoctoral

research/lecturing Crystallographer Research scientist

Pharmaceuticals Fine chemicals Fragrance / Flavours Polymers

Destinations of RSC Members

Scientist – development, technical, analytical, production, technologist, protein peptide technician, compound technologist, research scientist

GSK, Novartis, Exova, BASi, Sygnature, Vectura, Pfizer, Sanofi-Aventis, Merck, CRUK, Coram Healthcare, Covance, Ablynx

Destinations of RSC MembersOther positions: General Manager Computer Forensics Examiner Process Engineer Consultant Combination Alliance Co-ordinator Project Leader Lecturer Recruitment Consultant Clinical Research Associate IP Lawyer Marketing Director

and many more…!

Culture Museum/gallery curator Restorer Educational work (Natural

history museum, science museums)

TV – scientific documentaries

Science Writing Publishing

Books / journals Press writing –

pharmaceuticals etc PR Newspapers – scientific

columns New Scientist / Chemistry

World Professional bodies

publications - RSC News

Some examples we came up with…

Government MP – parliamentary & scientific

affairs committee [POST] Pesticides safety directorate Central Science Lab Veterinary medicines

directorate Centre for environment,

fisheries & agriculture science DTI Research councils Regional Development

Agencies (RDAs)

Law Intellectual property solicitors Patents – both in companies,

UK & Europe Patent Office Forensics Expert witnesses Parliamentary office for science

and technology (POST) – advising for legislation

Some examples we came up with…

Some examples we came up with…The RSC Science policy, awards &

funding Education – higher

education policy, supporting students (UG & PG), schools and colleges (curriculum issues/promoting chemistry as a career)

Campaigns

Press office Promotion – local

events, RSC News, Chemistry World

Sales – membership, journals, books

Network management LIC – information

specialists Careers service

Other chemistry related alternatives Work in the HE sector – PhD can be an

advantage Management, research bid support, technical

support

Sales / Marketing – technical sales, scientific equipment, specialist/bulk chemicals, pharmaceutical products

Transferrable Skills

1. Commitment & drive2. Motivation & enthusiasm 3. Team working 4. Oral communication5. Flexibility & adaptability6. Customer focus 7. Problem solving8. Managing learning &

career9. Commercial awareness

10. Planning & organisation11. Time management12. Leadership13. Numeracy 14. Cultural sensitivity 15. Computer literacy16. Project management17. Report writing18. Risk taking/enterprise

Analytical chemist job advert

You will be involved in the development of nanomaterial based coatings and the characterization of them using various analytical techniques such as; XRD SEM/TEM UV-Vis spectroscopy FT-IR laser analysis

Written research reports, document findings and the routine handling of chemicals safely within health and safety regulations will be expected when fulfilling the role of an analytical chemist.

Ideal candidates should be BSc/ MSc (or equivalent) qualified in chemistry/ polymer chemistry or related field.

Analytical chemist job advert

You will be involved in the development of nanomaterial based coatings and the characterization of them using various analytical techniques such as; XRD SEM/TEM UV-Vis spectroscopy FT-IR laser analysis

Written research reports, document findings and the routine handling of chemicals safely within health and safety regulations will be expected when fulfilling the role of an analytical chemist.

Ideal candidates should be BSc/ MSc (or equivalent) qualified in chemistry/ polymer chemistry or related field.

Your turn…Look at the job adverts on the next slides In pairs, highlight the following:

What 3 key skills are the company looking for?

Give an example of how you might demonstrate this if you were applying for this position now

Give an example of something you could do now to further develop this skill

Senior Researcher

Our client is currently recruiting for a Senior Researcher to lead a research group specialising in identifying new particle engineering and formulation technologies to enhance their existing portfolio of inhalation products.

A senior role within the group you will lead collaborations with academic institutions, external research companies and contribute to raising the external profile of the organisation by publishing and presenting at conferences.

This is a unique role offering the successful candidate the opportunity to really make their mark in this specialist field.

Educated to PhD or equivalent through relevant experience, the successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills combined with a proven ability to network both internally and externally. The post holder will have experience of leading and motivating a team of research specialists and operating within a multi-disciplinary team. Experience in a research environment and writing of scientific papers is essential.

Senior Researcher

Our client is currently recruiting for a Senior Researcher to lead a research group specialising in identifying new particle engineering and formulation technologies to enhance their existing portfolio of inhalation products.

A senior role within the group you will lead collaborations with academic institutions, external research companies and contribute to raising the external profile of the organisation by publishing and presenting at conferences.

This is a unique role offering the successful candidate the opportunity to really make their mark in this specialist field.

Educated to PhD or equivalent through relevant experience, the successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills combined with a proven ability to network both internally and externally. The post holder will have experience of leading and motivating a team of research specialists and operating within a multi-disciplinary team. Experience in a research environment and writing of scientific papers is essential.

Project ManagerThe Project Manager is responsible for directing and managing services for client projects and motivating team members to assure high quality, on-time, on-budget services while promoting excellent customer service.

Qualifications And Skills Needed: Bachelor Degree and/or proven demonstrated Project Management

skills or experience within the industry Minimum of two years experience in pharmaceutical field (or related

industry experience), with an emphasis on project management Experience with computers Knowledge of the pharmaceutical drug development process Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Project ManagerThe Project Manager is responsible for directing and managing services for client projects and motivating team members to assure high quality, on-time, on-budget services while promoting excellent customer service.

Qualifications And Skills Needed: Bachelor Degree and/or proven demonstrated Project Management

skills or experience within the industry Minimum of two years experience in pharmaceutical field (or related

industry experience), with an emphasis on project management Experience with computers Knowledge of the pharmaceutical drug development process Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

NPD Innovation Manager – OTC & Medical DevicesThe successful candidate will operate as a technical expert in their field proactively seeking,reviewing and creating innovative products that complement the company’s brand strategyand reflect consumer insight. You will work alongside the Group Marketing team to ensurenew products and their technical solutions are identified and create in a timely and costeffective manner.Knowledge and Skills required Possess a Life / Pharmaceutical science degree or equivalent. Possess a post-graduate qualification in relevant subject and demonstrate working experience of

operating in New Product Development. Demonstrate experience of working within a similar innovation role and possess a track record of bringing

new products to market from concept through to full-scale development. Demonstrate experience of working with international regulatory bodies, for example FDA, TGA, EU

markets and Japan. Demonstrate working knowledge and understanding of the legislative environment including clinical and regulatory affairs.

Demonstrate ability to successfully establish external relationships and use these to identify and review new innovative products.

Demonstrate a broad commercial awareness and the key influencing aspects of bringing a new product to market.

Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. Ability to create successful relationships cross-functionally, working alongside Marketing, Regulatory, Procurement and Supply teams.

NPD Innovation Manager – OTC & Medical DevicesThe successful candidate will operate as a technical expert in their field proactively seeking,reviewing and creating innovative products that complement the company’s brand strategyand reflect consumer insight. You will work alongside the Group Marketing team to ensurenew products and their technical solutions are identified and create in a timely and costeffective manner.Knowledge and Skills required Possess a Life / Pharmaceutical science degree or equivalent. Possess a post-graduate qualification in relevant subject and demonstrate working experience of

operating in New Product Development. Demonstrate experience of working within a similar innovation role and possess a track record of

bringing new products to market from concept through to full-scale development. Demonstrate experience of working with international regulatory bodies. Demonstrate working

knowledge and understanding of the legislative environment including clinical and regulatory affairs. Demonstrate ability to successfully establish external relationships and use these to identify

and review new innovative products. Demonstrate a broad commercial awareness and the key influencing aspects of bringing a new

product to market. Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. Ability to create successful

relationships cross-functionally, working alongside Marketing, Regulatory, Procurement and Supply teams.

Interested in a career in scientific publishing? ... we are offering one position of a One-Year Editorial Internship

Applicants should be self-motivated, innovative, and have the desire to contribute to the further development of a range of our product line. For our books department we are looking for a candidate with an academic background in the area of chemistry. As the work involves close ties to authors and scientific editors from all over the world, applicants should have an excellent command of the English language.

Furthermore organizational skills, diplomacy, and flexibility are needed. Accuracy and a keen eye for detail are also essential as well as the ability to work under pressure and to handle high workloads whilst maintaining best standards. Previous publishing experience is not required but you should have good interpersonal and communication skills, good scientific judgement, and a strong commitment to the communication of science. The position is based in our headquarters in Weinheim, Germany. We offer competitive financial and career rewards, training and career development.

Applicants should be self-motivated, innovative, and have the desire to contribute to the further development of a range of our product line. For our books department we are looking for a candidate with an academic background in the area of chemistry. As the work involves close ties to authors and scientific editors from all over the world, applicants should have an excellent command of the English language.

Furthermore organizational skills, diplomacy, and flexibility are needed. Accuracy and a keen eye for detail are also essential as well as the ability to work under pressure and to handle high workloads whilst maintaining best standards. Previous publishing experience is not required but you should have good interpersonal and communication skills, good scientific judgement, and a strong commitment to the communication of science. The position is based in our headquarters in Weinheim, Germany. We offer competitive financial and career rewards, training and career development.

How the RSC can help

Careers Service Advice and guidance support exclusive to RSC members

Careers support is available to members at any stage of their career whatever their profession, so if you are considering your next career move, job seeking or thinking about a change of direction, the Careers Service is here to help.

You can find information on the careers web pages on: How and where to look for jobs Making applications, including advice on writing CVs Interviews and assessment centres

If you would like to discuss your situation with a careers adviser then get in touch via the Careers Advice Group. All discussions are confidential and free of charge.

careers@rsc.org or have a look on http://my.rsc.org