Racquel Jemison
About Racquel Jemison
Racquel Jemison serves as the Student Experiences Portfolio Manager at the American Chemical Society, where she has worked since 2018. She has a strong commitment to mentoring students from underrepresented backgrounds in STEM and has held various roles in academia and industry, including positions at The Dow Chemical Company and Carnegie Mellon University.
Current Role at American Chemical Society
Racquel Jemison currently serves as the Student Experiences Portfolio Manager at the American Chemical Society (ACS), a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she manages programs that support student engagement and development within the chemical sciences. Her responsibilities include overseeing the ACS Scholars and Project SEED programs, which are designed to assist underrepresented minority students pursuing careers in STEM fields. Through her work, she aims to enhance the educational experiences of students and promote diversity within the scientific community.
Previous Experience at American Chemical Society
Prior to her current position, Racquel Jemison worked at the American Chemical Society as a Senior Education Associate, where she managed the ACS Scholars Program from 2016 to 2018. In this role, she focused on initiatives that provided support and resources to students from underrepresented backgrounds in STEM. Her experience at ACS reflects her commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for aspiring scientists.
Educational Background in Chemistry
Racquel Jemison earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry from Carnegie Mellon University, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry from Morgan State University, completed from 2004 to 2008. Her academic training has provided her with a strong foundation in the field, which she has applied throughout her professional career.
Professional Experience in the Chemical Industry
Racquel Jemison has held various positions in the chemical industry. She worked as a Senior Chemist at The Dow Chemical Company from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she gained experience as a Chemist Intern at Bayer MaterialScience in 2012 and at Rohm and Haas in 2008. Her roles in these companies contributed to her expertise in chemistry and her understanding of industry practices.
Volunteer Leadership with NOBCChE
From 2015 to 2017, Racquel Jemison served as the Northeast Regional Chair for the National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE). In this volunteer role, she contributed to efforts aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion within the chemical sciences, reflecting her dedication to mentoring and supporting students from underrepresented backgrounds.