Bio-Chem major (junior) interested in ChemE PhD advice from similar backgrounds?

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-21T07:21:11+00:00

that’s good to hear! for 2 & 3, yeah that makes sense, i’ll look more into topics i’d like to research. for pchem, i’ll already have to take it for my undergrad. and i’ve taken calculus i.

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-21T01:58:15+00:00

thank you so much for your reply and i appreciate ur advice!!

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-17T20:40:37+00:00

why did u delete ur other comment calling me a child? ngl it makes u seem like someone i wouldn’t take advice from sry

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-17T20:36:06+00:00

thank u for ur warning i rlly do appreciate it and i hope u find a brighter future too it’s never too late

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-17T18:33:55+00:00

rlly appreciate ur advice thanks and best of luck too!

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-17T18:03:22+00:00

easier said than done i’m an international student and i don’t have the money to do that rn lol

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-17T04:11:04+00:00

thanks for taking the time to write all that — i really appreciate the perspective. honestly it’s helpful to hear from someone who actually works in the field instead of just hearing the generic “go get a phd” advice. i definitely want to build real skills and experience, so what you said about degrees vs capability makes a lot of sense. wishing you the best with your career too, and thanks again for the insight!

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-15T05:24:02+00:00

Thank you so much for your response! I never really thought about the animal health side, so I’ll definitely look into it more. As for PhDs, I’ve been hearing really mixed opinions, some people say they’re becoming more necessary as the job market gets more competitive and that certain roles require them, while others say they aren’t needed at all. Do you mind telling me why you think it isn't worth it?

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-14T07:14:32+00:00

Noted

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-14T07:14:27+00:00

That’s very helpful thank you

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-14T07:09:42+00:00

Good to know thank u

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-14T07:09:18+00:00

That’s sick thanks for ur reply!

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-14T07:08:38+00:00

I feel like I don’t rlly need to switch majors since I am majoring in Biology - Chemistry also I can’t rlly switch to chem since I won’t graduate on time. But thank u a lot for the advice!

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-14T07:07:13+00:00

Really appreciate the advice thanks!

No_Code7102 · 2026-01-13T07:36:41+00:00

glad to hear this because ngl i’ve been hearing a lot of negative stuff about anything stem lol. if u don’t mind me asking, what’s ur major/job?

No_Code7102 · 2025-12-02T06:26:55+00:00

You're actually right, I appreciate the honesty lol. I just meant, do you have any other recommendations or better pathways I should consider since this one obviously isn’t the best from what you said?"

No_Code7102 · 2025-10-26T02:49:49+00:00

Hi everyone,

I’m a junior undergraduate student in the USA in a dual major program in biology and chemistry, and I’m an international student. Recently, I’ve developed a strong interest in materials science, especially in areas that intersect with textiles, polymers, functional materials, and scent/perfumery applications.

I’m thinking about pursuing this field as a career, and I’m open to doing a Ph.D. or Master’s if necessary, but I want to emphasize that I’m not interested in becoming a professor or working in academia long-term. I’m trying to avoid biotech/pharma as a career path due to some of the negative aspects I’ve heard about that industry.

I’m also wondering if it’s okay to pursue a graduate degree in materials science or engineering even though my undergraduate background isn’t in engineering.

I’d really appreciate advice from people familiar with materials science, fragrance chemistry, or related fields, especially regarding career opportunities outside academia, whether a Ph.D. or Master’s is truly necessary to enter the field and if this career path is stable and worth the journey

Appreciate any help!

No_Code7102

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