PhD in Chemistry

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

27

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Europe:

10%

Africa:

1%

Others:

1%

Germany:

80%

Asia:

5%

North America:

2%

South America:

1%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Abbott Laboratories

Eli Lilly and Company

Pfizer

AstraZeneca

GlaxoSmithKline

Roche

Novartis

AbbVie

Sanofi

Dow Chemical

Mitsubishi Chemical

FAQs

• What are the career prospects for graduates?
  
  Graduates are well-prepared for careers in: Academia and research institutions Chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotechnological industries Government research agencies Consulting and education The strong research environment and interdisciplinary training at FAU provide excellent networking and career advancement opportunities in Germany and internationally.
• What are the main research centers and collaborations?
  
  FAU’s Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy is involved in several leading research centers: Interdisciplinary Center for Molecular Materials (ICMM) Erlangen Catalysis Resource Center (ECRC) Computer Chemistry Center (CCC) Emil Fischer Center (bioactive molecules, pharmaceutical sciences) These centers foster interdisciplinary projects with the Faculties of Engineering and Medicine, and with national and international institutions.
• What is the application process and timeline?
  
  Step 1: Identify your research interests and potential supervisor. Step 2: Contact the supervisor to discuss your research interests and obtain their acceptance. Step 3: Upon acceptance, follow the formal application procedures as instructed by your supervisor and the department. Rolling Admissions: Applications are accepted year-round; there are no fixed deadlines. Processing Time: Start the process 9–12 months before your intended start date to allow for administrative and visa processing.
• What are the admission requirements?
  
  Academic Degree: A completed Master’s (or equivalent) degree in Chemistry, Molecular Science, Physics, Biology, Pharmacy, Chemical and Bioengineering, Materials Science, or a related field. Academic Excellence: Outstanding academic records are expected, especially for the Graduate School of Molecular Science (GSMS). Supervisor: Applicants must contact and secure a supervisor (professor) in their research area before applying. Language: Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required; German skills are appreciated but not mandatory for most research groups. Application Materials: CV, transcripts, research proposal, and supervisor’s acceptance.
• What are the main research areas in the PhD program?
  
  The Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy at FAU offers doctoral studies in: Chemistry Molecular Science Food Chemistry Pharmacy