Chemist Jobs in Arkansas

A Chemist in the chemistry industry is primarily engaged in the study and experimentation of substances at the atomic and molecular levels. They examine the various ways in which the chemical substances interact, combine, and change to create various compounds. They are responsible for developing new and improved chemical products, processes, and materials. Chemists also perform quality control tests, prepare technical reports, and conduct research to advance knowledge in the field. Essential skills for this role include analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, and strong mathematical capabilities. Proficiency in laboratory techniques and the use of scientific software is also required.

Before becoming a Chemist, one may have roles such as Laboratory Technician, where they would gain experience in handling laboratory equipment, conducting tests, and maintaining a safe work environment. Another possible role is a Research Assistant, providing support for scientific experiments and data collection. These roles provide valuable practical experience and a chance to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting. Important certifications to have would include a degree in Chemistry or a related field, and depending on the specific role, a postgraduate degree may be beneficial. Some positions may also require certification from a recognized professional body like the American Chemical Society (ACS).

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Senior Applications Development Engineer Little Rock, AR You’ll love working for our client. They have a Great collaborative team work environment. They’re a US based medium sized company, so you...

PROCESS DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER Little Rock, AR Our client is a medium sized US based manufacturing company. All of their operations are in the US and so are most of their customers and most of their...

Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Cytogenetics

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

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Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Cytogenetics

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 1 day ago

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Upstream Scientist (Tuesday-Saturday)

  • Malvern, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Malvern, AR
  • 4 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Junior Environmental Scientist

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 5 days ago

A Junior Environmental Scientist (Environmental Scientist II) participates as a member of an emergency response team to conduct environmental sampling and data collection. In performing such...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Arkansas City, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Arkansas City, AR
  • 7 days ago

Where you will work The Cypress Bend facility is in the historic Mississippi River Delta and produces bleached paperboard and bleached Kraft pulp, used in the production of folding cartons,...

Junior Environmental Scientist

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 8 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 8 days ago

A Junior Environmental Scientist (Environmental Scientist II) participates as a member of an emergency response team to conduct environmental sampling and data collection. In performing such...

Data Scientist, Privacy

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the worlds leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Software Development Engineer II C++ (m/f/d)

  • Stuttgart, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Stuttgart, AR
  • 10 days ago

Overview We are looking for a passionate C++ developer that's eager to make a meaningful impact. You'll work in a highly collaborative environment where innovation and creativity are embraced. If...

Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Hematology

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago

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Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Hematology

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 10 days ago

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Toxicologist - CTEH_R6869-3762

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: A **Toxicologist** at CTEH provides support in the areas of toxicology, risk assessment, industrial hygiene, and emergency response and...

Medical Laboratory Scientist II- Transfusion Services

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 12 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 12 days ago

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Medical Laboratory Scientist

  • Sherwood, AR
  • 13 days ago
  • Sherwood, AR
  • 13 days ago

Responsibilities** We depend on the knowledge and skills of our MTs when it comes to evaluating medical lab tests to determine whats happening with our patients. They are vital to the diagnosis,...

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Salary for Chemist Jobs in Arkansas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chemists in Arkansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.7%
Doctorate Degree
26.3%
Master's Degree
24.6%
Associate's Degree
1.5%
High School or GED
1.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.7%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chemists in Arkansas
None
32.8%
Less than 1 year
18.1%
1-2 years
16.9%
4-6 years
11.4%
6-8 years
7.8%
2-4 years
7.0%
10+ years
6.0%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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