Center for Healthcare Innovation
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Chemical Biology Master's Degree
Gain highly valued research skills in one of the oldest chemical biology programs in the nation.
The Master of Science in Chemical Biology program at Stevens gives you unparalleled preparation for a range of satisfying careers in research, medicine and industry. Our program is the first chemical biology program that was founded in the U.S. Our historical presence in the field serves our students well, both while they are here at Stevens and beyond graduation.
Along with advanced theoretical studies, you’ll pursue original research in world-class laboratories under the mentorship of leading experts in the field. You’ll acquire the in-depth lab experience that top employers look for and make connections in pharma, medicine and academia that will help you thrive. We’re also just 15 minutes from downtown Manhattan and situated in the center of the New Jersey pharmaceutical corridor.
Resources for Your Ideas & Research
Some of the major advantages of studying chemical biology at a premier research institution like Stevens include support for your ideas, great mentors, industry connections and the best tools for your research.
Tolias Lab
Dr. Peter Tolias leads multidisciplinary research efforts in personalized medicine, including projects focus on patient-specific genomic analysis of disease.
Center for Mass Spectrometry
One of the most well-equipped academic facilities in the U.S., the Center’s aim is to provide the most frontier-level research programs.
Sharma Lab
The Sharma Lab's goal is to develop novel-molecular reactivity and molecular function to accelerate the discovery of new therapeutics.
Zhang Lab
With support from NIH and NSF, the Lab works to obtain structural and mechanistic information on small signaling molecules.
Liang Lab
This lab's research includes bacteria responsive materials for medical device infections and nanotechnology enabled cancer cell sensing.
Department Labs
BCB is home to more than a dozen laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentations for student use.
Program Features
You can complete the M.S. in Chemical Biology in as little as three semesters if you choose not to pursue a thesis project. The thesis, however, provides excellent career preparation and allows you to demonstrate the advanced research experience that employers like to see. With the thesis, the program can be completed in two years of full-time enrollment.
Other Features
Part-time or full-time enrollment
Accreditation from the American Chemical Society (ACS)
World-class laboratories with industry-standard equipment
An optional research thesis on a topic of your choosing
One-on-one mentorship with a faculty research advisor
Focuses on inorganic, organic and medicinal chemistry
Particular strength in cellular signal transduction
Technical courses in computational chemistry and analytical chemistry
Fellowships and research assistantships
Faculty Profile
Meet the Program Founder
Dr. Nuran Kumbaraci is the founder of the Chemical Biology program. Her research is focused on applying chemical and biochemical methods to determine the mechanism of diseases and develop biomarkers for…
Nuran Kumbaraci
Faculty BioMeet Outstanding Speakers
Stivala Lectures in Chemistry Series
The department invites an outstanding scientist for a day of lectures and discussions on timely topics in chemistry. The BCB department also hosts a preeminent scientist for a sequence of informal talks and formal lectures. Previous lecturers have included Kenneth Pitzer and Herman Mark and the Nobelists William Lipscomb, Sir Derek Barton, Ilya Prigogine, Arthur Kornberg, Rosalyn Yalow, Sidney Altman and George Palade.
Engineering Great Careers
Discover how a master’s in chemical biology from Stevens helps you reach the higher levels of the profession.
Join the Pros
Stevens has a strong track record of bringing technologies to market through partnerships with Merck, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Roche and many others.
Learn from the Best
Work with world-class faculty who are actively patenting and publishing groundbreaking research.
Feel Welcomed
We welcome international students and offer CPT as well as eligibility for OPT.
Minutes from Manhattan
Build your professional network in New York, a global hub for pharma, medical research and scientific innovation.
Gear Up for Success
Capitalize on our nationally ranked Career Center, ranked 15th in the nation in 2016 by The Princeton Review.
Who Should Apply
We welcome applicants who have a passion for combining biology and chemistry to solve complex problems in medicine. Applicants must hold either an undergraduate degree in chemistry with strong biology background or an undergraduate degree in biology with strong chemistry background from an accredited college or university. Applicants must have an undergraduate grade point average of "B" or better.
Required Documentation
All applicants must submit the following documents to be considered for admission:
Completed online application for admission
Official college transcripts from all colleges attended
Two letters of recommendation
Statement of Purpose
GRE scores*
Application fee
*GRE score sare required for all applicants applying into a full-time graduate program in the School of Engineering & Sciences (Code #2819). Scores are valid for five years prior to the application term.
Get in Touch
Contact
Location On Campus
The Schaefer School of Engineering & Science McLean Hall, Room 418
1 Castle Point Terrace
Hoboken, NJ 07030
1 Castle Point Terrace
Hoboken, NJ 07030
Contact Types
Department Leaders
Patricia Muisener
Teaching Associate Professor and Associate Chair of the Department of Chemistry & Chemical Biology; Program Director, Chemistry & Chemical Biology