The Department of Physical Sciences brings together programmes in Chemistry, Physics, and Instrumentation
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Turn your degree into a global career
A degree from the MTU Department of Physical Sciences opens doors to careers across Ireland and internationally. Our graduates work in advanced manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, environmental science, automation, data analytics and engineering, with many progressing into senior roles in leading global companies.
Approximately 70% of our graduates begin their careers in the regional BioPharmaChem sector, while others build successful careers across a wide range of industries.
Where our graduates work
Our graduates have gone on to work with employers including:
- Eli Lilly
- Janssen
- Roche
- Regeneron
- Apple
- ABB
- Emerson
- Kerry Group
- Gas Networks Ireland
- EPA
High-demand careers
Graduates from the MTU Department of Physical Sciences develop skills that are in demand across Ireland's science, engineering and advanced manufacturing sectors. Career opportunities continue to exist in areas including:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Quality Assurance
- Automation Engineering
- Process Instrumentation
- Environmental Science
These skills are valued across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food and beverage, energy and environmental sectors, offering strong opportunities for career development both in Ireland and internationally.
Industry insights
For the latest labour market trends, skills forecasts and salary information, explore these industry resources:
Skills Ireland – National skills forecasts and labour market reports.
Morgan McKinley Salary Guide – Current salary insights across science and engineering roles.
Collins McNicholas Salary Guide – Recruitment and salary trends for technical and manufacturing careers.
Salary insights
Salaries vary depending on experience, sector and location. For the latest salary benchmarks across science, engineering and pharmaceutical roles, see the annual salary guides from:
Morgan McKinley
Collins McNicholas
