toxicology
The negative effects of chemicals on living organisms, their dose and exposure.
toxicology — the negative effects of chemicals on living organisms, their dose and exposure. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the evolving band (SCI 50.68/100) — the skill will still matter in 2030 but the nature of the work is changing. ESCO classifies it as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 6 occupations in our catalogue, including biochemical engineer, hospital pharmacist, industrial pharmacist, and sensory scientist.
Occupations that require toxicology
Showing top 6 of 6 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is toxicology?
The negative effects of chemicals on living organisms, their dose and exposure.
What category of skill is toxicology?
ESCO classifies toxicology under the knowledge category, specifically in the biochemistry subcategory.
Is toxicology an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the evolving band (SCI 50.68/100) — the skill will still matter in 2030 but the nature of the work is changing. Continue investing, but pair it with the AI-tool workflow that is reshaping the field so you evolve with it.
Which jobs require toxicology?
In our catalogue, 6 occupations list toxicology as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include biochemical engineer, hospital pharmacist, industrial pharmacist, sensory scientist, specialist pharmacist, toxicologist.
How transferable is toxicology between industries?
ESCO tags toxicology as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is toxicology the same as study of adverse effects of chemicals?
Yes — toxicology is also known as study of adverse effects of chemicals, studies of toxicity, study of toxicity, or chemical toxicity. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn toxicology?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands toxicology and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.