Arm-Chair

Chemists

Science & Technology


  • Average Salary

    RM3080 - RM 6551

  • Career Trends

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  • Compability

What is Chemists?

Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.

Minimum education level

 

PT3

SPM

STPM

Diploma

Degree

Average Salary

RM3080 - RM 6551

Example of a Job Position

Air Quality Chemist
Analytical Chemist
Chemical Laboratory Scientist
Chemist
Forensic Chemistry Expert
Forensic scientists
Quality Control Chemist / QC Chemistry Expert
Chemical Research Expert
Scientist
Senior Chemist

Task

? Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, or reactions, using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques ? Conduct quality control tests ? Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed ? Prepare test solutions, compounds, or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests ? Induce changes incomposition of substances by introducing heat, light, energy, or chemical catalysts for quantitative or qualitative analysis

Knowledge

Mathematics

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

English

Knowledge of the structure and content of English, including the meaning and spelling of each word, composition rules, and grammar.

Chemistry

Knowledge of the composition, structure and chemical properties of substances and chemical processes and transformations that occur. Includes the use of chemicals and their interactions, alarms, production techniques and disposal methods

Production and Processing

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques to maximize the effectiveness of manufacturing and distribution of goods.

Skills

Active Listening

Give full attention to the words of others, set aside time to understand the points presented, ask questions appropriately, and not interrupt at the wrong time

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to the problems handled

Reading Understanding

Understand sentences and paragraphs written in work documents.

Science

Use scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Capability

  • 1

    Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to certain problems in order to produce reasonable answers.

  • 2

    Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules and conclusions (including finding relationships between seemingly unconnected events).

  • 3

    Oral Understanding - The ability to listen and understand information and ideas conveyed through words and oral sentences

  • 4

    Written Understanding - Ability to read and understand information and ideas conveyed through writing

  • 5

    Mathematical Reasoning - The ability to choose the right mathematical methods and formulas to solve problems.