Chemistry
Chemistry M.S. program offers diverse research experiences. Strong career outcomes and advanced facilities.
Chemistry, M.S.
After completion of core coursework in the major sub-disciplines, students in the Chemistry M.S. program have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of research experiences, including analytical, biochemistry, chemical education, computational and theoretical, environmental, nanomaterials, organic synthesis, organometallic catalysis, or polymers.
We also offer a concentration in Chemistry Analytics in the M.S. in Professional Science. The research experience is considerably enhanced by MTSU's 250,000-square-foot science building and upgraded instrumentation. Graduates find employment in a wide range of areas and about half continue their education in high-quality doctoral and/or professional programs. The department also participates in three interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs (Molecular Biosciences, Computational Science, and Mathematics and Science Education).
News Briefs
MTSU’s S-STEM scholarship provides chemistry and biochemistry students opportunities for research, networking
Middle Tennessee State University’s Department of Chemistry is in its second year of the Scholarships for STEM, better known as S-STEM, scholarship program, allowing Pell-eligible chemistry or biochemistry undergraduate students and chemistry graduate students to conduct research, learn from faculty mentors and gain career and networking opportunities within the STEM fields of science, technology, engineering and math.[ Read More ]
News Briefs
MTSU’s S-STEM scholarship provides chemistry and biochemistry students opportunities for research, networking
Middle Tennessee State University’s Department of Chemistry is in its second year of the Scholarships for STEM, better known as S-STEM, scholarship program, allowing Pell-eligible chemistry or biochemistry undergraduate students and chemistry graduate students to conduct research, learn from faculty mentors and gain career and networking opportunities within the STEM fields of science, technology, engineering and math.[ Read More ]
Chemistry, M.S.
Jobs in science, technology, engineering and mathematics are projected to grow 13 percent by 2022. Chemistry graduates with advanced degrees will particularly find better job opportunities with pharmaceutical and biotech companies. MTSU's state-of-the-art science building offers both large and small lab spaces so faculty can pursue research projects with both graduate and undergraduate students. A memorandum of understanding between the university and Oak Ridge National Laboratory also has been renewed three times. Some potential professional pursuits
- Analytical chemist
- Biochemist
- Biomedical engineer
- Chemical engineer
- Chemist
- Chemistry teacher
- Food scientist
- Forensic scientist
- Gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) specialist
- Materials scientist
- Molecular informatics specialist
- Organic chemist
- Patent attorney
- Product development/design
- Professor/educator
- Research assistant/associate
- Researcher
- Sales/marketing — scientific equipment/pharmaceuticals
Employers of MTSU alumni include
- Abbott Pharmaceutical
- Aegis
- Albany Molecular Research
- ALCOA
- Bedford County School System
- Belcher Pharmaceutical
- California public school system
- Commonwealth Technologies
- Eli Lilly Inc.
- Garratt Callahan
- Harcross Chemicals
- Hewlett-Packard
- Kyzen Corp.
- Lipscomb University
- L. King High School
- Mead Johnson
- Merck Pharmaceutical
- Metro-Nashville Public Schools
- Middle Tennessee State University
- Nissan
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals
- Oak Ridge National Laboratory
- Palm Corp.
- Pellissippi State Community College
- Purdue University
- Rutherford County Schools
- Schering-Plough Pharmaceuticals
- Specialized Assays
- Jude Children's Research Hospital
- Sylvan Learning
- TBI Crime Laboratory
- Tennessee Department of Health
- Tennessee Dept. of Environment & Pollution Control
- Tennessee Dept. of Health Lab Services
- Test America
- University of Cincinnati
- Vanderbilt Drug Discovery Program
- Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center
- Varian
- Vi-Jon Laboratories
- Williamson County Schools
- Wilson County Schools
Doctoral/professional programs where alumni have been accepted include
- Arizona State University
- Colorado State University
- Florida State University
- Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, Chicago
- Michigan State University
- Middle Tennessee State University
- Niger Life University
- Ohio State University
- Rutgers University
- Syracuse University
- University of Alabama
- University of British Columbia
- University of Buffalo
- University of Louisville
- University of New Hampshire
- University of New Mexico
- University of Notre Dame
- University of South Carolina
- University of Tennessee-Knoxville
- University of Tennessee-Memphis
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
- University of Utah
- University of Vermont
- University of Wyoming
- Vanderbilt University
- Virginia Commonwealth University
- Wright State University
MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake.
Wondering what you can do with your major? Check out our What Can I Do with A Major In guides.
CONTACT US
