Director, Clinical Pharmacology
Novo Nordisk
Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutics (PhD)
Location: Boston | Start Term: FallBecome an expert in the advanced chemical, biological, and technical processes of drug discovery and delivery while mentoring fellow scientists.
Elevate Your Research to Lead Pharmaceutical Development
Doctoral candidates in the Pharmaceutics program become highly skilled scientists with the ability to pioneer the development of novel pharmaceutical products. Throughout the program, you will work in state-of-the-art laboratories alongside one of our expert faculty members to conduct research and enhance the pharmaceutical sciences field. You will also work in the classroom, helping develop fellow scientists at the bachelor’s and master’s levels.
Earn Your Doctorate in a Hub of Pharmaceutical Innovation
On our Boston campus, MCPHS students learn in close proximity to some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
#1
Life Sciences EcosystemMassachusetts is home to 95% of the top global biopharma companies, per the MSLC.
$109K
Average SalaryAnnual compensation for medical scientists, including pharmaceutical scientists, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor & Statistics.
#1
in New EnglandCollege Factual ranked MCPHS the best pharmacy school in the region and among the top five in the country.
Professional Education in the Applied Sciences
Graduate students across the School of Pharmacy work in state-of-the-art laboratories, conducting research, collaborating across disciplines, and developing essential scientific skills.
STEM-Designated
This program qualifies international students for an additional two years of OPT in the United States.
Teaching Assistantships
Help educate fellow scientists while developing leadership and communication skills essential for a career in academia or as a leader at a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company.
Industry Connections
The Center for Life Sciences at MCPHS works closely with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to create learning and career opportunities for students.
Students Publish with Pharmaceutical Sciences Professor
Pharmaceutical Sciences Chair and MCPHS alum Swati Betharia, PhD ’11, led a research team of undergraduate and graduate students to a key finding on neuroprotection against metal toxicity.
Careers in Action: MCPHS School of Pharmacy Alumni Making Their Mark
Discover some of the organizations where MCPHS graduates are making an impact.
Medical Affairs Director
AVALON Pharma
Senior Scientist
AbbVie
Principal Scientist
Alexion Pharmaceuticals
Senior Vice President, Biotech Equity Research
Lucid Capital Markets
Associate Principal Scientist
AstraZeneca
More Graduate Pharmacy Programs
In addition to the PhD in Pharmaceutics, we offer several other degrees and graduate certificates to advance your pharmacy career.
Master of Science in Clinical Research
Flexible full-time or part-time program on the Boston campus and online.
Master of Science in Pharmaceutics
Two-year, full-time program on the Boston and Worcester campuses.
Master of Science in Clinical Investigation and Development
36-credit, full-time program on the Boston campus.
Doctor of Philosophy in Medicinal Chemistry
Three-year, full-time program on the Boston campus.
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research
Flexible three-course program on the Boston campus and online.
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