Nontraditional Careers for Chemists: New Formulas in Chemistry

Honestly, I wish I had discovered this book when I was in undergrad. As a college student, I did a ton of research in physical chemistry. While I liked (and continue to like) chemistry, I was sure that a research career was not for me. Unfortunately, I wasn't aware of (m)any other options. Then, I found "Nontraditional..." It broadened my scope tremendously, and I began thinking seriously about all of my interests/strengths that could complement my chemistry background. Ultimately, I wound up attending grad school (for chem), BUT this book really opened my eyes to myriad possibilities. "Nontraditional..." has a permanent spot on my desk.

Has a good deal of reasonable information all in one place and the case studies of how people entered into their careers was interesting to see. The layout of it seems somewhat outdated and boring. It took me a while to browse the whole thing.

This book should really be titled: "How do use your chemistry degree if you really should have gone into communications." Otherwise, I liked the book. It was very well set up, and gave first hand accounts of people who went into the various career paths that they outlined.

This book made me feel useful again.

I just completed my Ph.D. in Chemistry and was very interested in doing something other than the traditional academic or research job. I had a hard time convincing my family and close friends about my proposed career path. I would always get the same comment, " ... but that's not what you studied for!" I went to a workshop Lisa had at the ACS conference and heard about her book. I picked up the book a few weeks later and couldn't out it down. Moreover, my wife, started reading it and couldn't out it down either, and know understands what I've been trying to tell her for a few years now.Studying chemistry, or any applied science for that matter, prepares you for so much more by instilling many different skills which can be applied in many areas of the workforce. Lisa really details these qualities throughout the book. I also loved the profiles where individuals lay out their careers and career paths. It really was useful to actually have a "face" or real person describe their experiences.Even if you are seeking a traditional career as a chemist (i.e. academia or research lab), I recommend this book because it help you think about the "big picture" and may even help how you write your resume.

I regularly give this text to students who are struggling with the next step. Tremendously helpful and informative. I regularly give talks at my college on nontraditional careers and use Lisa's book as a template.

A wonderful book with lots of great first-person advice, tips, and insight for starting a career in a variety of different non-research positions which are still science-oriented. The book is conveniently divided into sections (intellectual property-related jobs, computer-related jobs, etc.). I highly recommend it for anyone who is exploring career options afer a degree in chemistry. Most of the people profiled in the book have done graduate-level research, so I think it's especially insightful for those with advanced degrees in chemistry (or related fields).

Regardless of whether you are a chemist or not, this is a highly informative book about careers for scientists who can use their chemistry knowledge while not doing bench work. With a focus on chemists, the book explores careers in broad areas such as in academia, government and industry. Each chapter includes a summary of a chosen career area, which includes several individual profiles. Each profile generally includes personal career paths, advice and future predictions.The author explores careers in unusual areas that are I haven't seen covered elsewhere, such as library sciences/information management, criminology, environmental health and safety, and in more common areas, such as communications, patent law, business development, sales, regulatory affairs, human resources, software development and education.This book is well written and easy to read. The personal vignettes relate a consistent story of the love of science and there is an upbeat, positive attitude throughout the book. in particular, the advice sections were very insightful, and I will definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in exploring non-bench careers in the life sciences.

Provides good examples and is well written. The book does not go deep into specifics but lets the reader wet his or her appetite in the various non-traditional careers available.

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