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Chemistry is a fascinating field with many and varied options. There are dozens of areas in which you can specialize including organic and inorganic chemistry, environmental chemistry, nanoscience, biological chemistry, and more. You can earn a bachelors degree in chemistry and qualify for entry-level positions in the chemical industry as well as high school teaching positions. Research positions at pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms as well as university level teaching positions will typically require a masters or doctorate. Jobs for chemists are expected to grow at 9-percent through 2016 according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. In 2007, the annual median income was $60,000.