1. University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA • Private
In-State Tuition
$56,225
Enrollment
19,548
As you can imagine, when you're working in a lab, it's important to make sure that everything's done right. Just one mistake could be disastrous. The quality control chemists are the ones who ensure that everything is done properly. To do this, they prepare, measure, and test samples, lab materials, and products according to industry-specific standard procedures. They typically work in the pharmaceutical or manufacturing fields as part of a team effort.
If you decide to work in this field, you'll need to interpret test results, compare them to established specifications, perform visual inspections of finished products, and complete documentation needed to support testing procedures. You'll also need to be safety-conscious since you'll often work with hazardous materials.
If you're thinking of becoming a quality control chemist, you'll typically need a Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field. Experience working in a manufacturing lab and knowledge of analytical testing techniques are also very beneficial.
