PhD in Chemistry

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Wayne State's doctoral chemistry program provides rigorous education and training for students that find careers in the chemical industry, research laboratories, colleges and universities, government agencies and more. Our Ph.D. program is designed for students interested in becoming independent scientists and leaders in their field. Ph.D. chemists work at the forefront of science creating new knowledge.