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Careers in Organic Chemistry
Dr. Laurie StarkeyChemistry DepartmentCal Poly Pomona
The Periodic TableOrganic Chemistry!
What Can I Do with a Chemistry Degree?
B.S. Chemistry
MedicalSchool
Job inIndustry
VetSchool
PharmacySchool
Graduate School(M.S. or Ph.D.)
LawSchool
Organic Chemistry's Biggest Hits
Synthetic carpeting
ShelterPaint and coatings
Plastics
Organic Chemistry's Biggest Hits
Rubber tires
Transportation
Antifreeze
Superior lubricants
Plastic components
High-performance and clean-burning gasolines
Organic Chemistry's Biggest Hits
CD’s and DVD’s
Recreation
High-strength, advanced materialstennis rackets, skis, golf clubs, golf balls, rollerblades, bicycles
Organic Chemistry's Biggest Hits
Dyes
Apparel
Synthetic fibers
Cleaning aids
Organic Chemistry's Biggest Hits
Soaps & Detergents
Health and Beauty
Pharmaceuticals
Vitamins
Cosmetics and fragrances
Organic Chemistry's Biggest Hits
Fertilizers
Food
Preservatives
Packaging
Plant protection
Refrigeration media
Organic Chemistry's Biggest Hits
Waste minimization
Waste
Recycling
Water treatment chemicals
Sewage treatment
Understanding Line Drawings
Butane(lighter f luid)
CH3CH2CH2CH3
Octane(gasoline component)
CH3CH2CH2CH2CH2CH2CH2CH3
CHOH
Isopropyl Alcohol(rubbing alcohol)
CH3
CH3 OH
Cyclohexane
H2C
H2C
H2CCH2
CH2
CH2
Benzene
HC
HC
HCCH
CH
CHdouble bond(a pi bond)
Acetic acid(vinegar)
OH
O
CH3
COH
O
Variety of Organic Compounds
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)
O
OHHO
CH2OH
HO
H
Carvone(spearmintor caraway!)
H3C
O
CH3
CH2
tetrahedralcarbon
Ibuprofen(Advil)
H3C
O
OH
Valium (tranquilizer)
Cl N
N
Ph
OH3C
CH2
CH2
O
CH O
O
O
O
O
Fat/Lipid/TriglycerideSucrose (table sugar)
H
OH H
H OHOH O
OH
H
H
OHH
OHH
OOH
OHOH
Housef ly sex pheromone
Orange II (dye)
S N N
HOO
O
NaO
Flavors & Fragrances
Limonene(lemons)
Menthol(mint)
OH
OH
Eugenol(cloves)
OCH3
O
1,8-Cineole(eucalyptus)
OCH3
Anethole(licorice)
Terpenes
Esters
O
O
OCH3
O
O
O
O
O
pear apple
pineapple banana
OH
wintergreen
OCH3
O
O
O
peach
Color Chemistry
-Carotene(orange plants - carrots)
Lycopene(red plants - tomatoes)
Chlorophyll(green plants)
O
O
N
N
N
N
O
CH3O
O
MgCH3O
N
HO3S
CH3
N
HO SO3H
Red #40(artif icial color)
Organic Polymers
PolyethyleneGlad Wrap
Polyvinyl Chloride(PVC)Vinyl car seatsZiploc bags
PolystyreneStyrofoamPlastic cups
PolyurethaneMattressesNike shoe soles
PolymethylMethacrylatePlexiglasHard contact lensesEyeglasses
KevlarMotorcycle helmetsBulletproof vestsTires
Fibers & FabricsNylonDacron Rayon Polyesters
AdhesivesScotch TapePost-It Notes
various groups
attached to long
chains of carbon atoms
R R R R R R R R
Taxol: Application of Organic Synthesis
Taxolisolated f rom bark ofPacif ic Yew tree*treats ovarian cancer*3-10 trees per patient
CH3
CH3
O OH
CH3
AcO
OAcO
OBzHO
CH3
O
Ph
NH
O
Ph
HO
O
H
Baccatin IIIf rom renewableneedles of European Yew shrub*trees are not killed*not anti-cancer
modif ication of structureby Organic Synthesis
CH3
CH3
O OH
CH3
HO
OAcO
OBzHO
CH3
HO H
Synthesis of Taxol
Career Choices vs. Academic Degree
Director (Ph.D.)
Group Leader (Ph.D.)
Lab Manager (Ph.D.)
B.S. M.S. B.S. B.S.
Group Leader (Ph.D.)
Lab Manager (Ph.D.)
M.S. B.S. B.S.
etc.
M.S. B.S. Ph.D.
B.S. = Bachelor'sM.S. = Master'sPh.D.= Doctorate
Industrial Setting
UndergraduateDegree
Graduate Degrees
Academic Setting
K-12 teach
B.S. + M.S.(+ credential)
UniversityLecturer
M.S. or Ph.D.
UniversityTenure-Track
Ph.D.
About me…SchoolGraduated High School 1987Univ. of Connecticut (B.S. - Chemistry) 1991UCLA (Ph.D. - Organic Chemistry) 1996
Chemistry-Related Work (while in school)Chesebrough-Pond’s (Summer Internship) 1989Bristol-Myers Squibb (Summer Internship) 1990Bristol-Myers Squibb (Summer Internship) 1991UCLA Teaching Assistant (TA) 1991-2UCLA Research Assistant (RA) 1992-6
Note: you get paid to get your Ph.D. degree!!
Work after Ph.D.Cal Poly Pomona (Assistant Professor) 1996CPP Tenure + Associate Professor 2001 Kids born: 2002 and 2004CPP Full Professor 2007
All this will build a strong resume and help you get into the job or graduate school of your choice.
In College:• Good grades (and GRE)• Take/audit advanced classes• Get to know your professors• Undergraduate research*• Summer internships/REU *• Volunteer work (service)• Join clubs
In High School:• Good grades (and SAT)• AP, honors courses• Get to know your teachers• Summer & part-time jobs• Volunteer work (service)• Extra-curricular activities
Preparation to be a ChemistSkills Needed:
• Self-motivated, time management• Good math skills• Good with your hands
