unit1 careers

CAREER RESOURCES

Careers in Chemistry:
This site from the Duke University Department of Chemistry has links to lots of information on careers for those interested in chemical processes. You'll be surprised at the many fields in which a knowledge of chemistry can be put to use, including research, biotechnology, library science, education, and law.

What is Toxicology?
If you are interested in both chemistry and biology, this might be the field for you. Toxicologists study the effects of chemical poisons on living systems. This site will familiarize you with the field and provide you with links to other toxicology sites.

Pharmacology and Toxicology as Careers:
There's information here on both fields because the requirements and job opportunities are similar. Both fields require strong chemistry and biology skills and may be carried out in research, industrial, clinical, or regulatory institutions.

Craik Lab Home Page:
Dr. Craik is a researcher at the University of California in San Francisco and this is the home page for his lab. Visit this site to learn more about Dr. Craik's research and the people who work with him.

Nuclear Medicine Technology:
Many medical diagnostic tests involve the use of radioactive chemicals and must be carried out by highly skilled, safety-conscious personnel. This is the job of a nuclear medicine technologist. The site will introduce you to this field, show you some of the equipment that is involved, and explain how the equipment functions.

Occupational Outlook Handbook: Biological and Medical Scientists
The United States Department of Labor provides a detailed overview of the nature of the work, working conditions, training, earnings, and other things you need to know about pursuing a career in the biological or medical sciences.

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