Pharmacology and Neuroscience
Overview
The SIUE School of Pharmacy participates in the Doctor of Philosophy in pharmacology and neuroscience offered by the School of Medicine at SIUC. Students who have a passion for research and are driven to make an impact through a career in drug discovery or other areas of pharmaceutical sciences in both industry and academia should consider pursuing this program.
Collaboration between experts in medicinal chemistry and regional leaders in neuroscience and pharmacology has allowed for the creation of a degree opportunity that will help meet the demands of the fast-moving biotechnology field. The conditions of this cooperative PhD program are outlined on the Memorandum of Understanding.
What can I do with a degree in pharmacology and neuroscience?
With a degree in pharmacology and neuroscience, students can pursue careers in:
- Drug design and discovery
- Pharmacodynamic and translational research
- Industry and academic settings
