A professional who conducts research, analysis, synthesis, and experimentation on substances, for such purposes as product and process development and application, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and improvement of analytical methodologies. Responsibilities include:

• Devises new equipment, and develops formulas, processes, and methods for solution of technical problems.
• Analyzes organic and inorganic compounds to determine chemical and physical properties, utilizing such techniques as chromatography, spectroscopy, and spectrophotometry.
• Induces changes in composition of substances by introduction of heat, light, energy, and chemical catalysts.
• Conducts research on manufactured products to develop and improve products.
• Conducts research into composition, structure, properties, relationships, and reactions of matter.
• Confers with scientists and engineers regarding research, and prepares technical papers and reports.
• Prepares standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, and tests.
• May be designated according to chemistry specialty as Chemist, Analytical; Chemist, Inorganic; Chemist, Organic; Chemist Physical.