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Chemist
A Chemist conducts experiments and analyses to study the composition, properties, and reactions of substances, using analytical chemistry techniques and laboratory skills such as chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy to identify and quantify compounds. They interpret results through rigorous data analysis, often supporting product development, quality control, or research initiatives in pharmaceutical, chemical, or academic settings. This role attracts detail-oriented, scientifically curious individuals typically holding a degree in chemistry or a related field.
How much does a Chemist make?
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4 open Chemist roles from 4 employers.
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Last checked October 28, 2026
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Chemist
KLA-Tencor
Totowa, NJ
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Chemist
Air Force Civilian Career Training
Maxwell AFB, Alabama; Davis Monthan AFB, Arizona; Edwards AFB, California; Los Angeles, California; Poway, California; Vandenberg AFB, California; Air Force Academy, Colorado; Buckley AFB, Colorado; Peterson AFB, Colorado; Schriever AFB, Colorado; Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, District of Columbia; Cape Canaveral AFS, Florida; Eglin AFB, Florida; Hurlburt Field, Florida; MacDill AFB, Florida; Orlando, Florida; Patrick AFB, Florida; Tyndall AFB, Florida; Robins AFB, Georgia; Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts; Natick, Massachusetts; Andrews AFB, Maryland; White Oak, Maryland; Whiteman AFB, Missouri; Keesler AFB, Mississippi; Offutt AFB, Nebraska; Holloman AFB, New Mexico; Kirtland AFB, New Mexico; Nellis AFB, Nevada; Rome, New York; Heath, Ohio; Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Tinker AFB, Oklahoma; Arnold AFB, Tennessee; Dyess AFB, Texas; Goodfellow AFB, Texas; Lackland AFB, Texas; Randolph AFB, Texas; Hill AFB, Utah; Arlington, Virginia; Dahlgren, Virginia; Langley AFB, Virginia; Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia; Warren AFB, Wyoming · $56,039 – $93,549
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Sr. Associate Scientist, Radiochemistry
Bristol Myers Squibb
Full-time · San Diego, CA · $95,505 – $115,730
This role focuses on developing radiochemistry methods for labeling diagnostic and therapeutic compounds, then characterizing them through analytical techniques. It suits someone with a chemistry background who is comfortable working independently in a regulated lab environment with radioactive materials and wants to contribute to oncology drug development.
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Chemist
Department of the Air Force Headquarters
Patrick Afb, FL · $63,795 – $164,301
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Maxwell AFB, Alabama; Davis Monthan AFB, Arizona; Edwards AFB, California; Poway, California; Vandenberg AFB, California; Air Force Academy, Colorado; Buckley AFB, Colorado; Peterson AFB, Colorado; Schriever AFB, Colorado; Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, District of Columbia; Cape Canaveral AFS, Florida; Eglin AFB, Florida; Hurlburt Field, Florida; MacDill AFB, Florida; Orlando, Florida; Patrick AFB, Florida; Tyndall AFB, Florida; Robins AFB, Georgia; Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts; Natick, Massachusetts; Andrews AFB, Maryland; White Oak, Maryland; Whiteman AFB, Missouri; Keesler AFB, Mississippi; Offutt AFB, Nebraska; Holloman AFB, New Mexico; Kirtland AFB, New Mexico; Nellis AFB, Nevada; Rome, New York; Heath, Ohio; Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Tinker AFB, Oklahoma; Arnold AFB, Tennessee; Dyess AFB, Texas; Goodfellow AFB, Texas; Lackland AFB, Texas; Los Angeles, Texas; Randolph AFB, Texas; Hill AFB, Utah; Arlington, Virginia; Dahlgren, Virginia; Langley AFB, Virginia; Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia; Warren AFB, Wyoming · $50,460 – $93,543
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