PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences in Washington United States | Howard University

Our Pharmaceutical Sciences Ph.D. program cultivates future scientific leaders dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes and reducing healthcare inequalities through meticulous research, innovation, and implementation of safe, efficient medication therapies.

Howard University's Graduate School invites applications for its Pharmaceutical Sciences doctoral program from candidates with expertise in biomedical sciences, pharmacy, chemistry, biochemical engineering, and related disciplines. Alumni have secured faculty roles at prestigious institutions and pursued research careers across pharmaceutical companies, government agencies, and private organizations. As a Ph.D. candidate in Howard's program, you'll master evidence-based pharmaceutical science principles and clinical translation techniques, encompassing drug discovery, optimized medication delivery systems, adverse effect mitigation, and advanced analytical methodologies for evaluating drug and vaccine performance. The curriculum also covers cutting-edge quantitative, biophysical, and bioengineering approaches for therapeutic development. Students can specialize in one of four concentrations: pharmacy administration, medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutics, or pharmacokinetics.