Chemical Information
Chemical Information may be for YOU, if you are interested in:
- Searching of chemical databases
- Structure searching
- Chemical patent searching
- Chemical reference work
- Abstracting and indexing chemical publications
Coursework for Specialization in Chemical Information:
The requirements for obtaining a certificate of specialization in this field are listed on the page describing the Master of Library Science-Chemical Information Specialist program. Specific chemistry courses must include:
- C472--Chemical Information Sources and Services
- C472--Computer Sources for Chemical Information
Job Outlook for this field:
Positions in chemical information include:
- Scientific librarian
- Technical information specialist
- Market researcher
- Management consultant
- Technical publisher
- Software developer
Qualities employers seek:
- A chemistry degree combined with a solid foundation in science
- Web development skills
- Database skills
- Communication skills
- Ability to handle a service-oriented position
Opportunities to gain experience in this field:
- Internships are available with:
Professional Associations:
- American Chemical Society - Division of Chemical Information
- Drug Information Association
- Special Libraries Association
Interested in knowing more? Contact:
On campus:
- Gary Wiggins, Head of the IU Chemistry Library
812-855-9452 or e-mail: wiggins@indiana.eduFor additional resources describing the field of Chemical Information, visit the Chemical Informatics Home Page
Employers:
