If someone is a chemistry major, what are some of the highest paying jobs?

that depends. a BS degree in chemistry will most likely land you a job in a lab running tests on samples. $42K/yr depending on where you work. And you will probably be in that job for 5-7 years. After which you may move into a supervisor or lab manager role. If you get an MBA, switch companies, and are very lucky you may move into quality manager. You could also land a job in instrument or chemical sales. Base pay + bonus will probably net you slightly higher pay.