Chemistry is the science of matter, its properties, composition, and the reactions it undergoes. It has widespread applications in fields like pharmaceuticals, environmental science, and biotechnology.

 

2. Subfields of Chemistry
Biochemistry: Studies the chemical processes in living organisms, bridging biology and chemistry.

 

Computational Chemistry: Uses computer models to solve chemical problems and predict molecular behavior.

 

Analytical Chemistry: Focuses on the analysis of material samples to understand their chemical composition.

 

3. Bifurcation of Subfields
 

Biochemistry:
Medical Biochemistry: Examines biochemical processes in the human body, especially in relation to health and disease.

 

Nutritional Biochemistry: Focuses on the biochemical basis of nutrition and how nutrients affect metabolism.

 

Computational Chemistry:
Molecular Modeling: Uses simulations to model molecular interactions and behaviors.
 

Drug Design: Involves computational methods to design potential drug molecules for pharmaceutical use.

 

Analytical Chemistry:
Environmental Analysis: Analyzes pollutants in air, water, and soil.

 

Forensic Analysis: Applies chemical techniques to criminal investigations for substance identification.

 

4. Career Options

 

Biochemistry:
Biochemist: Conducts research on chemical processes in living organisms, including proteins, enzymes, and genetics.

 

Clinical Biochemist: Analyzes biological samples in medical labs to diagnose diseases.

 

Further  Readings : 
Top 10 Careers in Biochemistry by Durham University 
Link - https://www.durhamisc.com/blog/careers-in-biochemistry

 

Qualifications in molecular bioscience can lead to a multitude of careers in different fields the Biochemical Society 
Link - https://www.biochemistry.org/careers-and-education/careers/career-options/

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Biochemistry - The Career Guide by the Biochemical Society 
Link - https://biochemistry.blob.core.windows.net/public/2019/02/Biochem_Booklet_web-NEW.pdf

 

Biochemistry Jobs: What Are Your Options in This STEM Field? By Grand Canyon University 
Link - https://www.gcu.edu/blog/medical-studies-sciences/biochemistry-jobs-what-are-your-options-stem-field 

 

Youtube link : 
Biochemist 
1) https://youtu.be/f7_Vsrw9oCQ?si=-fpz3HQTGd2Maf4e
2) https://youtu.be/k0pbOg4isgA?si=B1HOm_FG_R7MlNoZ
3) https://youtu.be/CJpaciMIOQ8?si=9ODsblKggxYZz8Nr
4) https://youtu.be/H7TlNzkjkcc?si=Y5sluWUinN1s5HVT

Computational Chemistry:
Computational Chemist: Uses computer models to study molecular behavior and chemical processes.
 

Drug Design Scientist: Works on designing new drugs using computational chemistry tools.
 
FURTHER READINGS 
Career development in fragment-based drug discovery By Science Direct 
Link - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1740674920300184

 

How to make a successful career in computational drug design by Bio Tec Nika
Link - https://www.biotecnika.org/2023/09/how-to-make-a-successful-career-in-computational-drug-design-step-by-step-guide/

 

Early Career Perspectives from Large Pharma, Software, and Start-up Companies by ACS Publications 
Link - https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.jcim.1c01416

 

Recent updates in click and computational chemistry for drug discovery and development by Frontiers 
Link - https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/chemistry/articles/10.3389/fchem.2023.1114970/full

YOUTUBE LINKS 
1) https://youtu.be/IuUD1Jukd0k?si=GUdaaZNh-60KyQvp
2) https://youtu.be/PrOPITyZPaU?si=e_I_e9m4qNnziyeK
3) https://youtu.be/TIIbFV-pQmg?si=_rqT3vkywxj1ogLJ

 

Analytical Chemistry 
Environmental Chemist: Monitors and analyzes environmental samples for pollutants.

 

Forensic Chemist: Investigates chemical evidence in criminal cases.

 

5. Required Qualifications
Biochemist: A bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, followed by a master's or PhD, especially for research roles.

 

Computational Chemist: A degree in Chemistry with specialization in Computational Chemistry or Molecular

Modeling. Advanced roles often require a PhD.

 

Environmental Chemist: A bachelor's degree in Chemistry, followed by specialization in Environmental Science or

 

Analytical Chemistry.

 

6. Expected Salaries
Biochemist: ₹5-10 LPA, with potential for growth in pharmaceutical or biotech sectors.
Computational Chemist: ₹6-12 LPA, with higher earnings in drug design or industrial research.
Environmental Chemist: ₹4-8 LPA, with opportunities for higher salaries in government or private consulting firms.

 

7. Companies in the Field
Biocon: Specializes in biopharmaceuticals, offering opportunities in biochemistry research.
Cipla: Focuses on drug research and development, employing biochemists and computational chemists. no
Syngene International: A contract research organization, with roles in drug discovery and biochemistry.
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories: A pharmaceutical company that employs computational chemists in drug design and development.