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Pharmaceutical Chemistry Professors and Supervisors in Germany
Professors in pharmaceutical chemistry in germany
1,673 professors found
Professor
Freie Universität Berlin
Germany
Research Interests
Pharmacology
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Pharmacometrics
G Protein-coupled Receptor
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Germany
Research Interests
Organic Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Molecular Modeling
Stereochemistry
Solvent Science
Prof.
Merseburg University of Applied Sciences
Germany
Research Interests
Inorganic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Ligand Chemistry
Coordination Chemistry
Organometallic Chemistry
Institute of Pharmacy Freie Universität Berlin Berlin Germany
Germany
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Lc-ms
Drug Metabolism
Steroid Chemistry
University of Münster
Germany
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Lipid Chemistry
Bioactive Compound
Goethe University Frankfurt
Germany
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Heterocyclic Chemistry
Kinase Biology
Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung
Germany
Research Interests
Organic Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Heterocyclic Chemistry
Structural Chemistry
Supramolecular Chemistry
Professor
Technische Universität Braunschweig
Germany
Research Interests
Inorganic Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Metal Chemistry
Heterocyclic Chemistry
Ligand Chemistry
Professor
University of Bonn
Germany
Research Interests
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmacology
Drug Formulation
Ethnopharmacology
Bioavailability
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Popular positions
Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD)
Germany
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2 months ago
DAAD is offering Study Scholarships for STEM disciplines for international students who want to pursue a Master’s degree in Germany . This scholarship supports high-achieving applicants from developing and emerging countries in innovation-driven STEM fields, including mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and engineering . The programme is for a full-time, on-campus Master’s degree at a state or state-recognised university in Germany . Interdisciplinary programmes are eligible only if...
Computer Science
Chemistry
Mechanical Engineering
+9 more
2 months ago
Hanna Hinrika Cramer
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Germany
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1 month ago
I am looking for a motivated doctoral student in organometallic catalysis and sustainable chemistry.
PhD opening in organometallic catalysis and sustainable chemistry at Ruhr University Bochum . Hanna Hinrika Cramer, Research Group Leader at the RESOLV Excellence Cluster, is looking for a motivated doctoral student to join her team. The post highlights research interests in organometallic catalysis and sustainable chemistry, making it a strong fit for candidates with a chemistry background and interest in catalytic methodology, reaction development, and sustainable molecular synthesis. The anno...
Chemistry
Sustainable Chemistry
1 month ago
Max Planck Institute of Microstructure Physics
Germany
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1 month ago
The International Max Planck Research School for Science and Technology of Nano-Systems (IMPRS-STNS) is inviting outstanding Master’s graduates to apply for fully funded PhD positions in nanoscience. The positions are based at the Max Planck Institute of Microstructure Physics and the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, two institutions located on one campus in Halle (Saale), Germany. The school focuses on atomically engineered materials and next-generation nano-systems, combining world-l...
Chemistry
Materials Science
Polymer Chemistry
+8 more
1 month ago
Living costs in Germany
Estimated costs in Germany.
MonthlyYearly | Germany |
|---|---|
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | €5.0k $5,400/yr |
 Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €662 $720/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | €552 $600/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | €828 $900/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Full Professor for Biophysics and Physical Chemistry (C4)
Goethe University Frankfurt
Germany
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Photochemistry
Photobiology
Photophysics
Has grant
Head of the Institute / Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil.
Leibniz University Hannover
Germany
Research Interests
Biochemical Engineering
Polymer Chemistry
Biocatalysis
Green Chemistry
Enzyme Engineering
Chair of Biomaterials Institute of Materials Science TUD Dresden University of Technology
Germany
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Polymer Chemistry
Biomaterial
Hydrogel
Nanostructured Materials
Opportunities these professors hire for
Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Just Landed
Germany
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Posted Yesterday
Just Landed
Collaborative Research Center 1278 PolyTarget at Friedrich Schiller University Jena invites applications for a doctoral programme in an interdisciplinary research environment focused on polymer-based nanoparticle libraries for targeted anti-inflammatory strategies . The programme is centred on the development of new therapeutic approaches for infection-triggered inflammatory states. Doctoral researchers will work on the rational design of tailor-made nanoparticulate drug carriers based on functi...
Inflammation
Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
+9 more
Posted Yesterday
Johannes Karges
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Germany
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1 month ago
PhD position in Medicinal Chemistry at Ruhr University Bochum This PhD opportunity focuses on designing next-generation platinum chemotherapy systems that are more selective and controllable. The project sits at the interface of synthetic chemistry , coordination chemistry , photochemistry , nanomedicine , drug delivery , cancer biology , and 3D cancer organoids . You will work on novel platinum–polymer conjugates , study their self-assembly and photoresponsive behavior, and evaluate their biolo...
Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
Cancer Biology
+10 more
1 month ago
University of Münster
Germany
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1 month ago
Two fully funded PhD positions are open at the University of Münster in organic chemistry , with a focus on synthetic methodology , development of new synthetic methodologies , and the efficient synthesis and functionalization of exotic Csp³-rich scaffolds . The projects are positioned toward medicinal chemistry applications and chemical space exploration. The positions are being launched by Valeriia Hutskalova , who says she will be starting her own research group at the University of Münster s...
Chemistry
Pharmacy
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
+2 more
1 month ago
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