Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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PhD Opportunities in Pharmaceutical Chemistry in United States
Phd Positions in pharmaceutical chemistry in united states
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The open PhD positions in pharmaceutical chemistry in the United States listed here are at Northeastern University.
Northeastern University
United States
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1 month ago
Northeastern University’s Bouvé College of Health Sciences is advertising a PhD in Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Discovery in Boston, United States. The program trains students to design and synthesize novel biologically active compounds and to study their mechanisms of action using biochemical, biophysical, and pharmacological approaches. Research specializations include synthetic medicinal chemistry , biochemical/pharmacological approaches, and biophysical aspects of drug discovery. Faculty res...
Pharmacology
Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
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1 month ago
Northeastern University
United States
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1 month ago
Northeastern University’s Bouvé College of Health Sciences is advertising a Biomedical Science PhD in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. The program is designed around the cross-disciplinary integration of human pathobiology with drug action, invention, and clinical utility. Research and coursework areas include drug design and profiling , toxicology , pharmaceutical biochemistry/cell biology , drug delivery systems , biopharmaceutics , pharmacokinetics , drug metabolism , and nanotechno...
Cell Biology
Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
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University of Kansas
United States
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1 month ago
MS/PhD positions are available at Kansas State University in Manhattan, USA, in the Pet Food Safety & Microbiology Lab led by Dr. Zirui Ray Xiong in the Department of Grain and Food Science. The research focus includes non-thermal food protection , microbial ecology , pathogen persistence in pet food facilities , and prebiotics and probiotics for pet gut health . This opportunity is especially relevant for students interested in food science , microbiology , animal science , and veterinary-relat...
Molecular Biology
Food Science
Microbiology
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University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
United States
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1 month ago
Applications are open for the Cancer & Cell Biology Graduate Programs at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. The post announces openings for both an MS program and a PhD program in cancer biology/cell biology, with the PhD starting in Summer 2027 and the MS starting in Fall 2027. The program highlights training in cell biology, cancer development, molecular biology, gene therapy, nanotechnology, and targeted cancer treatments. It also emphasizes a strong research environment with 6...
Cell Biology
Molecular Biology
Biomedical Engineering
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1 month ago
Usman Tahir
Harvard Medical School
United States
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1 month ago
Usman Tahir’s lab is hiring post-docs and statisticians to work at the intersection of human genetics and omics technologies . The team is described as highly collaborative, with opportunities to work on large-scale cohorts and research supported by a newly awarded NIH R01 grant. The post is especially relevant for candidates interested in statistical genetics , precision medicine , and data-rich biomedical research. The lab is connected to Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s/Harvard-...
Biology
Precision Medicine
Medical Science
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1 month ago
Living costs in United States
Estimated costs in United States.
MonthlyYearly | United States |
|---|---|
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | $3.0k $3,000/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | $1.5k $1,500/yr |
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | $800 $800/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | $12.0k $12,000/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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Chapman University School of Pharmacy
United States
Research Interests
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Central Michigan University
United States
Research Interests
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Associate Professor
Texas A&M University
United States
Research Interests
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmacology
Drug Formulation
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Drug Delivery
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Howard University
United States
Research Interests
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University of Mississippi
United States
Research Interests
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
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University of California
United States
Research Interests
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
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Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.