College of Arts and Sciences
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
www.kent.edu/chemistry


About This Program

The Ph.D. in Chemistry offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact in the field. With a curriculum that emphasizes research and collaboration, you'll gain the skills needed to become a leader in the industry and make groundbreaking discoveries in chemistry. Our program also provides opportunities for interdisciplinary studies, research collaborations with faculty members and teaching experience. Read more...

Contact Information

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries*

Chemical technicians

  • 2.8% slower than the average
  • 68,100 number of jobs
  • $49,820 potential earnings

Chemistry teachers, postsecondary

  • 4.3% about as fast as the average
  • 26,400 number of jobs
  • $80,400 potential earnings

Chemists

  • 4.7% about as fast as the average
  • 86,700 number of jobs
  • $79,300 potential earnings

Food scientists and technologists

  • 4.4% about as fast as the average
  • 14,200 number of jobs
  • $73,450 potential earnings

Forensic science technicians

  • 14.1% much faster than the average
  • 17,200 number of jobs
  • $60,590 potential earnings

Additional Careers

  • Patent law
  • Product development
  • Formulation

* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.