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This track represents a broad spectrum of traditional and emerging areas of chemistry involving the synthesis and study of small and large carbon-based molecules. The enormously diverse applications of artificial and natural organic compounds creates strong interdisciplinary efforts in organometallic, physical organic, materials, bioorganic, and natural products chemistry. Many research programs have significant overlap with Chemical Biology and other tracks, as well as efforts within the UCSD School of Medicine, the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, the UCSD Moores Cancer Center, Nanoengineering and the Scripps Institution of Oceanography.

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(Conjoined with Chem 152.) A survey of reactions of particular utility in the organic laboratory. Emphasis is on methods of preparation of carbon-carbon bonds and oxidation reduction sequences. For Chem 252, students would be required to complete an additional paper and/or exam beyond that expected of students enrolled in Chem 152. Prerequisites: Chem 140C or 140CH (152), or graduate standing (252).

(Conjoined with Chem 154; formerly Chem 247.) A qualitative approach to the mechanisms of various organic reactions; substitutions, additions, eliminations, condensations, rearrangements, oxidations, reductions, free-radical reactions, and photochemistry. Includes considerations of molecular structure and reactivity, synthetic methods, spectroscopic tools, and stereochemistry. The topics emphasized will vary from year to year. This is the first quarter of the advanced organic chemistry sequence. Chem 254 students will be required to complete an additional paper and/or exam beyond that expected of students in Chem 154. Prerequisites: Chem 140C or 140CH (154), or graduate standing (254).

(Conjoined with Chem 155.) This course discusses planning economic routes for the synthesis of complex organic molecules. The uses of specific reagents and protecting groups will be outlined as well as the control of stereochemistry during a synthesis. Examples will be selected from the recent literature. Chem 255 students will be required to complete an additional paper and/or exam beyond that expected of students in Chem 155. (May not be offered every year.) Prerequisites: Chem 152 or 252 or consent of instructor.

(Conjoined with Chem 156.) Introduction to the measurement and theoretical correlation of the physical properties of organic molecules. Topics covered include molecular geometry, molecular-orbital theory, orbital hybridization, aromaticity, chemical reactivity, stereochemistry, infrared and electronic spectra, photochemistry, and nuclear magnetic resonance. Chem 256 students will be required to complete an additional paper and/or exam beyond that expected of students in Chem 156. Prerequisites: Chem 140C or 140CH (156), or graduate standing (256).

(Conjoined with Chem 157.) A comprehensive survey of modern bioorganic and natural products chemistry. Topics include biosynthesis of natural products, molecular recognition, and small molecule-biomolecule interactions. Chem 257 students will be required to complete additional course work beyond that expected of students in Chem 157. Prerequisites: Chem 140C or 140CH (157), or graduate standing (257).

(Conjoined with Chem 158.) Intensive coverage of modern spectroscopic techniques used to determine the structure of organic molecules. Problem solving and interpretation of spectra will be strongly emphasized. Students will be required to write and submit a paper that reviews a recent research publication that reports the structure determination by spectroscopic methods of natural products. Recommended: one year of organic chemistry with laboratory.

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April 19, 2012

What does a Ph.D. in chemistry get you?

By Janet D. Stemwedel

This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American

A few weeks back, Chemjobber had an interesting post looking at the pros and cons of a PhD program in chemistry at a time when job prospects for PhD chemists are grim. The post was itself a response to a piece in the Chronicle of Higher Education by a neuroscience graduate student named Jon Bardin which advocated strongly that senior grad students look to non-traditional career pathways to have both their Ph.D.s and permanent jobs that might sustain them. Bardin also suggested that graduate students "learn to approach their education as a series of learning opportunities rather than a five-year-long job interview," recognizing the relative luxury of having a "safe environment" in which to learn skills that are reasonably portable and useful in a wide range of career trajectories -- all while taking home a salary (albeit a graduate-stipend sized one).

Chemjobber replied :

Here's what I think Mr. Bardin's essay elides: cost. His Ph.D. education (and mine) were paid for by the US taxpayer. Is this the best deal that the taxpayer can get? As I've said in the past , I think society gets a pretty good deal: they get 5+ years of cheap labor in science, (hopefully) contributions to greater knowledge and, at the end of the process, they get a trained scientist. Usually, that trained scientist can go on to generate new innovations in their independent career in industry or academia. It's long been my supposition that the latter will pay (directly and indirectly) for the former. If that's not the case, is this a bargain that society should continue to support? Mr. Bardin also shows a great deal of insouciance about the costs to himself: what else could he have done, if he hadn't gone to graduate school? When we talk about the costs of getting a Ph.D., I believe that we don't talk enough about the sheer length of time (5+ years) and what other training might have been taken during that time. Opportunity costs matter! An apprenticeship at a microbrewery (likely at a similar (if not higher) pay scale as a graduate student) or a 1 or 2 year teaching certification process easily fits in the half-decade that most of us seem to spend in graduate school. Are the communications skills and the problem-solving skills that he gained worth the time and the (opportunity) cost? Could he have obtained those skills somewhere else for a lower cost?

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Chemjobber also note that while a Ph.D. in chemistry may provide tools for range of careers, actually having a Ph.D. in chemistry on your resume is not necessarily advantageous in securing a job in one of those career.

As you might imagine this is an issue to which I have given some thought. After all, I have a Ph.D. in chemistry and am not currently employed in a job that is at all traditional for a Ph.D. in chemistry. However, given that it has been nearly two decades since I last dipped a toe into the job market for chemistry Ph.D.s, my observations should be taken with a large grain of sodium chloride.

First off, how should one think of a Ph.D. program in chemistry? There are many reasons you might value a Ph.D. program. A Ph.D. program may be something you value primarily because it prepares you for a career of a certain sort. It may also be something you value for what it teaches you, whether about your own fortitude in facing challenges, or about how the knowledge is built. Indeed, it is possible --- maybe even common --- to value your Ph.D. program for more than one of these reasons at a time. And some weeks, you may value it primarily because it seemed like the path of least resistance compared to landing a "real job" right out of college.

I certainly don't think it's the case that valuing one of these aspects of a Ph.D. program over the others is right or wrong. But ...

Economic forces in the world beyond your graduate program might be such that there aren't as many jobs suited to your Ph.D. chemist skills as there are Ph.D. chemists competing for those jobs. Among other things, this means that earning a Ph.D. in chemistry does not guarantee you a job in chemistry on the other end.

To which, as the proud holder of a Ph.D. in philosophy, I am tempted to respond: join the club! Indeed, I daresay that recent college graduates in many, many majors have found themselves in a world where a bachelors degree guarantees little except that the student loans will still need to be repaid.

To be fair, my sense is that the mismatch between supply of Ph.D. chemists and demand for Ph.D. chemists in the workplace is not new. I have a vivid memory of being an undergraduate chemistry major, circa 1988 or 1989, and being told that the world needed more Ph.D. chemists. I have an equally vivid memory of being a first-year chemistry graduate student, in early 1990, and picking up a copy of Chemical & Engineering News in which I read that something like 30% too many Ph.D. chemists were being produced given the number of available jobs for Ph.D. chemists. Had the memo not reached my undergraduate chemistry professors? Or had I not understood the business model inherent in the production of new chemists?

Here, I'm not interested in putting forward a conspiracy theory about how this situation came to be. My point is that even back in the last millennium, those in the know had no reason to believe that making it through a Ph.D. program in chemistry would guarantee your employment as a chemist.

So, what should we say about this situation?

One response to this situation might be to throttle production of Ph.D. chemists.

This might result in a landscape where there is a better chance of getting a Ph.D. chemist job with your Ph.D. in chemistry. But, the market could shift suddenly (up or down). Were this to happen, it would take time to adjust the Ph.D. throughput in response. As well, current PIs would have to adjust to having fewer graduate students to crank out their data. Instead, they might have to pay more technicians and postdocs. Indeed, the number of available postdocs would likely drop once the number of Ph.D.s being produced more closely matched the number of permanent jobs for holders of those Ph.D.s.

Needless to say, this might be a move that the current generation of chemists with permanent positions at the research institutions that train new chemists would find unduly burdensome.

We might also worry about whether the thinning of the herd of chemists ought to happen on the basis of bachelors-level training. Being a successful chemistry major tends to reflect your ability to learn scientific knowledge, but it's not clear to me that this is a great predictor of how good you would be at the project of making new scientific knowledge.

In fact, the thinning of the herd wherever it happens seems to put a weird spin on the process of graduate-level education. Education , after all, tends to aim for something bigger, deeper, and broader than a particular set of job skills. This is not to say that developing skills is not an important part of an education --- it is! But in addition to these skills, one might want an understanding of the field in which one is being educated and its workings. I think this is connected to how being a chemist becomes linked to our identity, a matter of who we are rather than just of what we do.

Looked at this way, we might actually wonder about who could be harmed by throttling Ph.D. program enrollments.

Shouldn't someone who's up for the challenge have that experience open to her, even if there's no guarantee of a job at the other end? As long as people have accurate information with which to form reasonable expectations about their employment prospects, do we want to be paternalistic and tell them they can't?

(There are limits here, of course. There are not unlimited resources for the training of Ph.D. chemists, nor unlimited slots in graduate programs, nor in the academic labs where graduate students might participate meaningfully in research. The point is that maybe these limits are the ones that ought to determine how many people who want to learn how to be chemists get to do that.)

Believe it or not, we had a similar conversation in a graduate seminar filled with first and second year students in my philosophy Ph.D. program. Even philosophy graduate students have an interest in someday finding stable employment, the better to eat regularly and live indoors. Yet my sense was that even the best graduate students in my philosophy Ph.D. program recognized that employment in a job tailor-made for a philosophy Ph.D. was a chancy thing. Certainly, there were opportunity costs to being there. Certainly, there was a chance that one might end up trying to get hired to a job for which having a PhD would be viewed as a disadvantage to getting hired. But the graduate students in my philosophy program had, upon weighing the risks, decided to take the gamble.

How exactly are chemistry graduate students presumed to be different here? Maybe they are placing their bets at a table with higher payoffs, and where the game is more likely to pay off in the first place. But this is still not a situation in which one should expect that everyone is always going to win. Sometimes the house will win instead.

(Who's the house in this metaphor? Is it the PIs who depend on cheap grad-student labor? Universities with hordes of pre-meds who need chemistry TAs and lab instructors? The public that gets a screaming deal on knowledge production when you break it down in terms of price per publishable unit? A public that includes somewhat more members with a clearer idea of how scientific knowledge is built? Specifying the identity of the house is left as an exercise for the reader.)

Maybe the relevant difference between taking a gamble on a philosophy Ph.D. and taking a gamble on a chemistry Ph.D. is that the players in the latter have, purposely or accidentally, not been given accurate information about the odds of the game.

I think it's fair for chemistry graduate students to be angry and cynical about having been misled as far as likely prospects for employment. But given that it's been going on for at least a couple decades (and maybe more), how the hell is it that people in Ph.D. programs haven't already figured out the score? Is it that they expect that they will be the ones awesome enough to get those scarce jobs? Have they really not thought far enough ahead to seek information (maybe even from a disinterested source) about how plausible their life plans are before they turn up at grad school? Could it be that they have decided that they want to be chemists when they grow up without doing sensible things like reading the blogs of chemists at various stages of careers and training?

Presumably, prospective chemistry grad students might want to get ahold of the relevant facts and take account of them in their decision-making. Why this isn't happening is somewhat mysterious to me, but for those who regard their Ph.D. training in chemistry as a means to a career end, it's absolutely crucial -- and trusting the people who stand to benefit from your labors as a graduate student to hook you up with those facts seems not to be the best strategy ever.

And, as I noted in comments on Chemjobber's post , the whole discussion suggests to me that the very best reason to pursue a Ph.D. in chemistry is because you want to learn what it is like to build new knowledge in chemistry, in an academic setting. Since being plugged into a particular kind of career (or even job) on the other end is a crap-shoot, if you don't want to learn about this knowledge-building process -- and want it enough to put up with long hours, crummy pay, unrewarding piles of grading, and the like -- then possibly a Ph.D. program is not the best way to spend 5+ years of your life.

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The PhD in chemistry is primarily a research degree. It is awarded to students who have displayed competence in planning and conducting original research in the field of chemistry, demonstrated a broad familiarity with the science of chemistry, understanding in the application of the scientific method, and gained a thorough knowledge of their field of specialization.

Students build a solid foundation in all four core areas of chemistry (analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical), and a thorough knowledge of their chosen field of specialization. In the first part of the PhD program, students take at least one formal classroom course in each the core areas of chemistry as outlined in the course requirements below. The courses must be completed successfully (B- or better) by the end of the third semester.

Since original research is the primary requirement for the PhD degree, a student selects a research supervisor and begins research before the end the first year. The student and research supervisor then select two faculty members to serve as the student's Doctoral Research Committee. The Committee, in conjunction with the student's research adviser, take over the advisory function from the graduate committee and guides the student's work to promote development as an independent investigator.

Thus, in addition to research each student must complete the following requirements:

• Service as a teaching assistant
• Regular progress updates with a faculty Research Committee
• A departmental seminar
• Defense of an original research proposal.
• Completion of a dissertation reporting significant work of publishable quality

Course Requirements

At least one of the following analytical chemistry courses:

• Chem 141: Instrumental Analysis
• Chem 142: Advanced Analytical Methods
• Chem 144: Spectroscopic Methods of Analysis
• Chem 145: Separation Science
• Chem 146: Electroanalytical Chemistry

At least one of the following inorganic chemistry courses: 

• Chem 161: Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
• Chem 162: Chemistry of Transition Elements
• Chem 164: Bioinorganic Chemistry
• Chem 165: Physical Methods In Inorganic Chemistry

At least one of the following organic chemistry courses:

• Chem 150: Intermediate Organic Chemistry
• Chem 151: Physical Organic Chemistry
• Chem 152: Advanced Organic Synthesis

At least one of the following physical chemistry courses: 

• Chem 131: Statistical Thermodynamics
• Chem 132: Chemical Kinetics and Dynamics
• Chem 133: Quantum Mechanics
• Chem 134: Biophysical Chemistry
• Chem 136: Spectroscopy and Molecular Structure
• Chem 138: Atomic Scale Structure and Properties of Surfaces  
• Two additional classroom courses, exclusive of research, must be completed satisfactorily by the end of the fourth semester

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Doctoral study in chemistry at Stanford University prepares students for research and teaching careers with diverse emphases in basic, life, medical, physical, energy, materials, and environmental sciences.

The Department of Chemistry offers opportunities for graduate study spanning contemporary subfields, including theoretical, organic, inorganic, physical, biophysical and biomedical chemistry and more. Much of the research defies easy classification along traditional divisions; cross-disciplinary collaborations with Stanford's many vibrant research departments and institutes is among factors distinguishing this world-class graduate program.

The Department of Chemistry is committed to providing academic advising in support of graduate student scholarly and professional development.  This advising relationship entails collaborative and sustained engagement with mutual respect by both the adviser and advisee.

• The adviser is expected to meet at least monthly with the graduate student to discuss on-going research.
• There should be a yearly independent development plan (IDP) meeting between the graduate student and adviser. Topics include research progress, expectations for completion of PhD, areas for both the student and adviser to improve in their joint research effort.
• A research adviser should provide timely feedback on manuscripts and thesis chapters.
• Graduate students are active contributors to the advising relationship, proactively seeking academic and professional guidance and taking responsibility for informing themselves of policies and degree requirements for their graduate program.
• If there is a significant issue concerning the graduate student’s progress in research, the adviser must communicate this to the student and to the Graduate Studies Committee in writing.  This feedback should include the issues, what needs to be done to overcome these issues and by when.

Academic advising by Stanford faculty is a critical component of all graduate students' education and additional resources can be found in the  Policies and Best Practices for Advising Relationships at Stanford  and the  Guidelines for Faculty-Student Advising at Stanford .

Learn more about the program through the links below, and by exploring the research interests of the  Chemistry Faculty  and  Courtesy Faculty .

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The Best Organic Chemistry Textbook [A Definitive Guide]

June 27, 2019 By C. Hall 26 Comments

Let’s face it, organic chemistry can seem difficult to learn. Especially from a beginner’s point of view. For exactly that reason we have put together the definitive guide for choosing the best organic chemistry textbook for your situation .

But out of ALL of them, how do you choose the best one ? The amount of material out there is overwhelming. But don’t worry!

No matter if you are a student, a chemistry or research professional, a university professor, a parent, or a high school teacher, there is always a good organic chemistry book for you.

In this exhaustive review we will help you buy the textbook you need!

Which is The Best Organic Chemistry Book?

If you don’t want to look further and go straight for the top 1 pick for most situations , “Organic Chemistry” by Clayden, Greeves and Warren is definitely the best textbook for most needs.

Top-notch learning approach, easy to follow, with plenty of “real-life” examples, enough practice problems, and beautiful graphics. If I only had to choose one, this would be the best organic chemistry textbook there is: Clayden’s Organic Chemistry

Clayden’s Organic Chemistry is never going to fail you as a chemistry textbook. If you want an organic chemisty textbook for self study, this will also be great. However, you might be looking for something different. Or for a different teaching approach. Or maybe you are looking for something more advanced that will be worth consulting from years to come. I have many of the books on this list sitting in my office these days, and my undergraduate days are long gone.

Keep reading and you will find your most appropriate recommendation!

Summary Table: Top 13 Textbooks

In the table that follows, you can see a quick description of each book. This way you can know if it fits your needs at first glance.

Not decided yet? Don’t worry! The most complete and exhaustive review on the internet of the best organic textbooks follows.

Furthermore, if you are looking for the best complement for learning organic chemistry, check out our review of the best organic chemistry model kits .

Complete Review of All Books

1. clayden organic chemistry.

As we have already clearly said, Clayden’s is going to be the best book for organic chemistry in most situations . This book is authored by Jonathan Clayden, Nick Greeves and Stuart Warren. It’s basic enough that if you are just getting started studying organic chemistry you will be able to catch up. But also covers topics from most advanced organic chemistry courses.

If you are professor, it is also going to be a solid bet for planning lectures. And besides, it is a great organic chemistry reference textbook for any chemist. This book sits on my shelf since I started studying undergraduate chemistry, and it always have a place there. Also it is one of the few affordable stand-alone chemistry textbooks out there.

Many consider Clayden as the best book for organic chemistry . Clayden emphasizes on concepts, and binding those concepts together, building up in top of each other. The first edition was published in 2001, but the last one (2012) covers greatly the most relevant topics in organic chemistry of the last years, such as the palladium catalyzed Suzuki or Heck reactions, or the Grubbs metathesis reaction (all of them awarded the Nobel prize).

A progressive way for fundamental understanding

If you want to really understand the fundamentals behind organic chemistry, Clayden’s is the clear superior choice. Most of other textbooks are structured about functional groups, and the sets of reactions that you can run to make it or to get to them.

On the other hand, Clayden starts off by introducing a very simple and common reaction: addition reactions to carbonyl compounds. Then goes over different carbonyl reactions, such as substitution or condensations (reactions with the loss of water). This smooth progressive mechanistic approach makes Clayden’s stand our among all organic chemistry texts, which are generally more “plain” and rely on individual chapters for individual types of molecules.

Clayden: Rich contents, visually appealing and entertaining:

This brilliant textbook is one of the few that make good use of colors as a visual learning tool. This, in my opinion, should be mandatory for any good organic chemistry textbook published after 2010.

The style of the book is quite unique. It is written in an informal and honest way that makes it extremely pleasant to follow. Furthermore, many examples based on interesting/famous molecules or chemical problems are presented throughout the book. The only drawbacks that I can think of is that some of the final chapters, such as the ones for organometallic chemistry, would be better off if they were a bit more expanded. Also, there are no in-chapter problems. Finally, as you can see, the last edition is from 2012; if getting a very up-to-date textbook is in your top priorities, maybe you should look into other texts.

Otherwise, Clayden is clearly the superior tool for learning organic chemistry. Remarkably, they use the molecular orbitals theory as a model to rationalize explanations for the very beginning, which is great for learning purposes.

Overall, Clayden organic chemistry textbook is a perfect blend between good contents, great formatting and both educational and entertaining style.

2. Klein Organic Chemistry

Coming up second right after Clayden, its Organic Chemistry by David R. Klein. From a purely introductory organic chemistry textbook point of view, Klein Organic Chemistry might come up slightly above Clayden Organic Chemistry.

Clayden’s is our top 1 option because it is versatile to cover different needs or situations. But if you are interested on the best organic chemistry textbook to follow and understand introductory organic chemistry concepts, Klein is the way to go. It is also on the affordable range of textbooks.

Klein Organic Chemistry Standalone Book uses a skills-based approach. They introduce and build on top of all the typical concepts that you can find in any organic chemistry textbook. But they emphasize on the developments of skill to understand and support these concepts. Many professors I know believe that this book follows the best approach to teaching organic chemistry.

Klein: An excellent tool for students looking for the best introduction to organic chemistry

The book includes many problems, not only at the end of each chapter (the traditional manner), but also wherever they might be relevant for the reader to understand the content. If you are really intro problems, you might also want to grab a copy of the student study guide and solutions manual .

This organic chemistry textbook includes many colored diagrams, which especially useful to identify different kinds of bonds, or to illustrate distribution of charges.

Overall, Klein Organic Chemistry is the best organic chemistry textbook for getting the foundations of organic chemistry right .

3. Organic Chemistry as Second Language

David R. Klein is not only author of the standalone book that we ranked as the best organic chemistry textbook, but also has published Organic Chemistry as Second Language. I found that many people confuse both of them, but they are two completely different books. Klein Organic Chemistry Standalone s a classical 1300-pages-long textbook which covers beautifully all organic chemistry concepts that you will need.

So what is the big deal with this other book?

Well, on the other hand, Organic Chemistry as Second Language is like a 400-page condensed version of the longer book. This version mainly omits backstories, unnecessary examples and case studies. It boils it down to what really is important tot understand organic chemistry : concepts, concise introductions, clear explanations, examples and problems.

Organic chemistry is not an easy subject. If you are a student who is going to start taking organic chemistry courses, you need to be prepared. We would say that Organic Chemistry as Second Language is the best organic chemistry book for getting ready to this subject .

If you are just interested in acing organic chemistry , this book is definitely your best weapon. But this does not mean that that this book is just for that. No, it definitely covers everything most other textbooks do, but just in a much more concise and practical way. Furthermore, this book includes all the problem solutions by itself, so there is no need to purchase a separate solutions book.

Should I go for this shorter option?

But it is a rather unusual chemistry textbook, as it is not the typical full book with over 1000 pages. Considering that, we will try to help you decide if Organic Chemistry as Second Language is right for you.

You should buy Organic Chemistry as Second Language if:

• You are looking for a book that you can actually read entirely the month before starting your organic chemistry course, and go from the very bottom right to the top in terms of preparation.
• You are a bit desperate and think that organic chemistry is too difficult for you. This book will get you out of this.
• You want to ace organic chemistry courses/exams (which is absolutely not mutually exclusive with it being an awesome tool for learning!).
• You want the perfect complement to other regular organic chemistry textbook, or to a course in which they give you decent sets of materials.
• You are a professor who wants to put together an efficient, effective and complete organic chemistry course.

You should not choose Organic Chemistry as Second Language if:

• You are already familiar and understand properly most introductory organic chemistry concepts.
• You want to buy a book to go deep into more advanced concepts.
• You want a good organic chemistry reference textbook.

Overall, this book is great for grasping the basics of organic chemistry. It gets you in the best possible shape to learn and ace organic chemistry.

4. Advanced Organic Chemistry

Ladies and gentlemen I present you the best organic chemistry textbook for advanced users . Carey and Sundberg Advanced Organic Chemistry is actually a pair of two textbooks (Part A and Part B), which complement each other very well, but they are completely independent in terms of contents.

This two-part book is my absolutely favorite in the chemistry section of my shelf. I own both the third and fifth edition of the series, and it has been updated significantly to account for the most recent advances in research.

Advanced Organic Chemistry is simply the most brilliant and detailed account in the field of organic chemistry. Throughout the two volumes, all concepts are thoroughly explained, with many examples organized in schemes that resemble a real scientific review article. This pair of books is probably not the way for absolute beginners taking their first organic chemistry course (it would still work, but a lot of information will be over your head). However, if you are an intermediate undergraduate to a graduate student, this textbook is must have ! Check out each one of the volumes below:

Advanced Organic Chemistry Part A: Structure and Mechanisms

The first part deeply covers the fundamentals of organic chemistry, and basic types of mechanisms. This is a stand-alone top-tier book on these topics, but it is very well complemented by the second volume, which deals with reactivity and synthesis.

Advanced Organic Chemistry Part B: Reaction and Synthesis

Part B of the absolutely best advanced organic chemistry textbook focuses on types of reactions and their applications in organic synthesis. The two books together give the most comprehensive foundation on the study of organic chemistry that you can find.

I still have to meet an organic chemistry professional that doesn’t own or hasn’t heard of Advanced Organic Chemistry as the best organic chemistry textbook.

5. An Introduction to General, Organic and Biological Chemistry

We are jumping now from the most advanced organic chemistry textbook to the most general one. Timberlake’s Chemistry is closer to a general chemistry textbook which then moves further into both organic chemistry and biological chemistry.

Are you getting started on your journey to learn chemistry and you are interested in a more organic-focused book? This is definitely your answer!

You don’t really need the typical general chemistry book before you dive into Timberlake. You can start from literally zero chemistry knowledge . The book starts with the mandatory math behind chemistry, and glues everything together amazingly.

It holds A LOT of content on it, but it doesn’t make it difficult to read. There are great examples, study checks and practice problems throughout all levels of “chemical specialization”.

This book can get you through any general chemistry course, and any introductory organic chemistry or even biological chemistry courses. Besides, if you are interested in learning chemistry by yourself, from general concepts into organic chemistry, this is most likely the best way up.

6. Bruice Organic Chemistry

Organic Chemistry by Paula Y. Bruice is one of the most recently updated textbooks out there. If you want to put your hands into an organic chemistry textbook that is extremely well written and easy to follow , Bruice should be on your top list.

This book focuses on answering “why” questions continuously, so it is constantly solidifying and re-solidifying the concepts after they were already introduced. There is a lot of practice questions that you can dig into.

One of the strongest point is the way the book redirects you all the time to where the concepts were first discussed. In this, way, if something is not really clear, you can instantly find what you need to read to understand it. This way of focusing on concepts, and further building in top of them, brigs up Bruice right behind the 5 best books for organic chemistry.

7. Vollhardt Organic Chemistry: Structure and Function

This is one of the most famous textbooks for organic chemistry, Peter C. Vollhardt is a great educator. It presents all the concepts and the subject comprehensively. Vollhardt will not only give you the basics, butt it will dive deeper into concepts, reaction mechanisms, and explaining what exactly is happening in all types of organic reactions. This a very complete book that will never be out of fashion.

Probably the most significant downside of this organic chemistry text is that it is usually expensive. But if you can afford it, by all means, go for it!

I would highlight how systematic the book is, and this is really good for beginners. They stick to the IUPAC nomenclature in all cases. For example, they use “propanone” instead of the common name “acetone”, or “oxacyclopropane” instead of the common “ethylene oxide”. Sometimes common names that go out of systematic notations can confuse students. You won’t have this problem with Vollhardt’s book.

Apart from that, this book is one of the ones that have the most amount of material , you might find it dense sometimes, but it makes a perfect reference organic chemistry textbook.

8. McMurry Organic Chemistry

John McMurry is another great organic chemistry textbook, recommended by many professors. I have an old first version of this book, and as it progressed forward through the years it has become significantly thicker, therefore covering a wider range of topics. However, some people claim that it actually got worse on the re-editing process. I haven’t compared different editions myself, but it is something to account for.

If we were to compare it to its direct competitor, Vollhardt, I would say that Vollhardt excels in amount and variety of content. On the other hand, McMurry is much more concise, resulting in clearer explanations . McMurry is very easy to read, and will make you fall in love with organic chemistry! It is also a more affordable option.

The main downsides that I find in this book are the lack of enough practice exercises of increasing difficulty, and tips for further tackle more difficult problems. Apart from that, McMurry’s is a perfectly fine organic chemistry textbook.

9. Wade Organic Chemistry

The 9 th edition of this book has been published recently (2016) and it was authored by Leroy G. Wade and Jan W. Simek. It is a brilliant piece of educational material, and definitely stands within the top organic chemistry textbooks.

The book focuses greatly on homework problems, and update them with every new edition. In terms of contents, it is great, and it is updated fairly often.

The downside with Wade is that, for a 2016-last-published book, lacks a lot in the graphical design and formatting. The schemes and drawings are not very appealing and sometimes can be difficult to visualize, which is harmful while learning organic chemistry.

But on the other hand, explanations and practice problems are just great . Besides, Clayden’s, Wade’s was the organic chemistry textbook that I used myself during my undergraduate days. But I think by know you already know which one I prefer.

10. Solomons Organic Chemistry

Another classical organic chemistry textbook that definitely makes it into the top 10. Ranking it last doesn’t mean that is not good. It’s a nice text. It explains all the concepts fairly well, and it feeds the importance of understanding and not just memorizing . It is pushes you through the logic of organic chemistry, and makes good uses of analogies. You can check out Solomons Organic Chemistry here:

The order in which the contents are presented is kind of weird. Sometimes it feels like you have to read though the latest chapters to understand the first ones. That is not the biggest problem ever when it comes to a college textbook, but problems such as this prevent it from being the best organic chemistry textbook.

Complementary and Miscellaneous Materials

After an exhaustive review of the “classical” best books for organic chemistry , we wanted to mention three more books that may be interesting to you. If you are looking for complements to your organic chemistry textbook for self study , you might want to look at some of those.

You have decided which textbook to purchase, but you are hungry for more, to get really well prepared, or maybe a book for self study!

These are not the typical “standalone” college textbooks. However, the highly practical and instructive approach of these books may be appealing for you. They definitely will help you establish the bases of your learning. Then you can build on top of that.

11. The Organic Chem Lab Survival Manual: A Student’s Guide to Techniques

This is the best organic chemistry book for the laboratory . The chemistry lab books could fill an entire post with reviews by itself. But I wanted to make sure to add here the best one, as a complement of any actual textbook that you might have chosen.

This survival guide is the best companion for the typical university-level (sophomore-junior) organic chemistry lab courses. If you are either teaching or taking any of those courses, get a copy of this book and jump into the next level!

I have to admit that I didn’t know this book until quite recently, but when I read it I thought I would have made my life through school incredibly easier! It covers lab safety, how to properly keep a lab notebook , basic equipment, organic chemistry lab techniques (such as recrystallization, extraction, distillation..) lab tricks , basic experiments,  chromatographic techniques such as TLC or flash column , and finally spectroscopic and other characterization techniques. Basically everything you need to survive though any organic chemistry lab that you can find out there. The book is very useful and extremely engaging, with a playful/informal writing style, you can even find some jokes on it. You wont regret this purchase!

12. Arrow-Pushing in Organic Chemistry: An Easy Approach to Understanding Reaction Mechanisms

I think this is one of the best complementary books for organic chemistry. This book by Daniel E. Levy fills a significant gap in chemistry undergraduate education, organic chemistry is all about arrow pushing . I believe that most professors and students would benefit significantly of reading through Arrow-Pushing in Organic Chemistry . The book draws a nice picture of how you should approach learning arrow pushing mechanisms, which is basically the language of organic chemistry .

It is a great workbook or complement indeed. However, this is not a textbook or a purely instructional book. It doesn’t start off from the beginner concepts, it doesn’t explain the basics of organic chemistry in the first chapters. It literally dives into arrow-pushing mechanisms, so it is a highly practical resource. It does start explaining concepts after several chapters, and goes back to explaining things that were already approached at the beginning in a practical manner. It follows a weird order, but it might work for you if you just want to “see stuff working” from the start of your read.

13. Organic Chemistry I for Dummies

This member of the “for dummies” series is an interesting quick overview of an introductory organic chemistry course. This is not a textbook, and should not be treated like so. With Organic Chemistry I for Dummies you can scratch the surface of organic chemistry in a very practical manner. I’m not a particular fan of this text book. Not because is not good for learning: it is great for learning the very basics , but after you will run out of resources.

It covers concepts such as nomenclature, stereochemistry, functional groups, very basic organic chemistry reactions (eliminations, substitutions), and has some nice problems. Everything in a very informal and straight-to-the-point fashion. If you are taking an introductory organic chemistry course, this might be the perfect complement. It is very visual, which exactly what organic chemistry asks for. Since it is not a complete textbook, just an introductory practical summary, it is a very affordable resource.

After soon you will be hungry for more, so that is why I put this book on this last complementary section.

Wrapping Up: Quick Summary of Our Top 3 Picks

So I will close with a quick reference: The three top organic chemistry books . One of these will work for you in most situations, they are safe bets. Depending on your specific needs, you can choose one or another:

Perhaps you are not quite into organich chemistry yet. If you are preparing your AP chemistry exam, you should take a look to this review of our top recommendations to crack the AP chemistry exam ! Also, here’s for the SAT chemistry exams .

We have also reviewed some chemistry sets for young students (or even for adults!).

Furthermore, by popular demand after getting several emails, we have also arranged some other review guides:

• If you are just getting started in chemistry, check out the best general chemistry textbooks out there !
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• Or check out our general guide for learning chemistry . Plenty of resources and recommendations over there.

If you miss any organic chemistry books that you are interested in, let us know in the comments and we will definitely get our hands in one copy and add it to the review. Enjoy learning organic chemistry and good luck!

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September 7, 2019 at 10:48 am

Spot on. I used Wade’s when I studied, and it was fine. Now I teach undergrad and I base my courses on Clayden’s. To be fair I didn’t know about the ochem lab survival manual, I’ll make sure to check out a copy. Thanks for the reviews.

September 7, 2019 at 10:51 am

I’m glad I helped you finding a new teaching resource that could help you and your students! If you want some more inspiration for undergrad experiments (not only organic), check this out.

October 12, 2019 at 5:09 pm

What about March advance organic chemistry ? How does it compare to carey and sundberg ?

October 12, 2019 at 10:13 pm

March’s Advanced Organic Chemistry (edited and updated by Michael Smith right now) is a nice and comprehensive text indeed. However, it is difficult to find a practical scenario in which it works best. This is a huge textbook and goes beyond the scope of most university courses. On the other hand, it could be used as a reference text, but on this ground, in my opinion Carey and Sundberg’s outperforms it by far.

So you could say March’s is a middle point between a text for advanced organic chemistry courses and a reference book. This kind of compromise might work for some people, so you could somehow consider using it. But there are better options for learning and better options for reference.

October 13, 2019 at 2:32 am

Which of the two books have more content ? I want to use them as a reference books. Main focus is on mechanism and reagent. What is your pick ?

October 13, 2019 at 11:12 am

For reference, I would go for Carey and Sundberg’s every time.

October 24, 2019 at 4:09 pm

I’m looking to teach a one-semester organic chemistry survey course in the spring. Do you think that Klein’s Organic as Second Language would work for that?

October 24, 2019 at 9:57 pm

I think that a 6 months introduction to organic chemistry is exactly the type of scenario in which Klein’s Second Language shines most. I would go for it!

January 28, 2020 at 8:10 pm

Did you evaluate the Karty text?

January 28, 2020 at 9:52 pm

Unfortunately I never had the opportunity to check out that book, that’s why it’s not not the list. Would you recommend it? I’ll try to get my hands into a copy for next update of the guide.

August 15, 2020 at 11:26 pm

Why don’t you mention I.L Finer.?

August 24, 2020 at 2:44 pm

I used that one, that’s why its not included. From what I read online, it’s okish, but not a great book for a beginner, since it doesn’t go very deep on the foundations. If you have read it and have an opinion, please do share it!

December 15, 2020 at 3:05 am

Hi I just wanted to know which book has most information. Could you arrange them in increasing order their content . thanks a lot for ur information.

December 20, 2020 at 3:20 pm

Carey/Sundbrg definitely has the most amount of information, but it is significantly advanced. If you are starting, the best bet for balance between learning the basics and containing the most of information is Clayden’s book.

January 24, 2021 at 6:50 am

hey could u tell what fraction of information does clayden have of organic chemistry compared to carey and sundberg.

December 15, 2020 at 6:57 am

hey are u from britain

December 20, 2020 at 3:17 pm

January 22, 2021 at 3:09 am

Hi I just wanted know that clayden first edition has 53 chapters where as second edition has 43 chapters and only 4 chapters are given in website which are not present in 2nd edition. Should i purchase first edition for othe r 6 chapters or are they condensed to other chapters in 2nd editon

February 7, 2021 at 8:29 pm

Some of the new materials that you can find in the newest edition are an extension of previous topics, but most of the new chapters cover different, newer topics. The idea by the authors was to update the book with organic chemistry topics which grew on relevance within the years. So the newest edition is definitely worth it if you can afford it.

September 7, 2021 at 4:31 am

which book is best for problems and I want the textbook with most difficult questions in it

November 6, 2021 at 6:52 pm

Thank you for compiling this list. I just want to know whether there are topics which are not included in Clayden but are included in other books that I might need to check out? In other words, is Clayden the only book I would need or I would have to consult other books in this list for specific topics?

January 3, 2022 at 9:23 pm

As always, it depends on what is your purpose for the book. If it’s for undergraduate organic chemistry studies, very little will fall out of the coverage of Clayden.

November 20, 2021 at 6:05 pm

Hi! I was wondering what your thoughts on Loudon was? I thought it was particularly helpful for understanding the molecular orbitals and *why* reactions and mechanisms happen the way they do, as opposed to just learning trends.

January 3, 2022 at 9:26 pm

Hey Gabriele. I heard good things about it, but never had a chance to review a copy myself, so I cannot say in this case!

March 22, 2023 at 5:48 am

Any opinions on Robert B Grossman’s The Art of Writing Reasonable Organic Reaction Mechanisms (as a complementary text)?

April 29, 2023 at 10:48 am

Hard yes! I never got around to including this text on my review, but I have used it in the past, and it is a great tool! The explanations on the mechanisms are quite clear and concise, and the large problem sets are great for learning. But as you say, it is definitely a complementary text, not a book to learn organic chem from scratch.

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10 Top PhD Programs in Chemistry in 2024

A PhD program in Chemistry can equip you with a range of professional skills and advanced knowledge in the field. With a doctorate in chemistry on your resume, you’ll be able to find prestigious jobs in research labs, industry, academia, or government.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary of chemists and material scientists is $79,760 , and jobs are estimated to grow by 6%  over the next decade, in line with growth prospects for all professions.

Which of the best PhD programs in Chemistry is right for you?

Read on to learn about the best programs, including essential information like tuition, acceptance rates, and whether you can get a degree online or not.

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Top PhD Programs in Chemistry

1. massachusetts institute of technology.

PhD in Chemistry

Massachusetts Institute of Technology has been ranked first in the nation  for Chemistry, so it’s no surprise that this is one of the best PhD in Chemistry programs. The program is flexible because students can choose courses based on their long-term research goals.

• Courses include: Principles of inorganic chemistry, crystal structure refinement, and heterocyclic chemistry.
• Credits: 48
• Duration: 4 years +
• Tuition:  Full funding
• Financial aid: Fellowships, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships.
• Delivery: On-campus
• Acceptance rate: 7.3%
• Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts

2. Stanford University, School of Humanities and Sciences

Stanford University is one of the world’s leading research institutions with innovative and flexible programs. This chemistry PhD program is world-class with a cross-disciplinary approach, collaborating with various other departments and institutes.

• Courses include: Advanced inorganic chemistry, organic polyfunctional compounds, and chemical principles.
• Duration: 5 years
• Tuition: Refer tuition page
• Financial aid: Research assistantship, teaching assistantship, fellowships, grants, and loans.
• Acceptance rate: 5.2%
• Location: Stanford, California

3. California Institute of Technology, Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering

Caltech’s Division of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering is renowned for its large number of faculty members conducting leading research in chemistry, biochemistry, and chemical engineering. This chemistry doctoral program aims to develop students’ creative and original research abilities.

• Courses include: Bioinorganic chemistry, organic reaction mechanisms, and advanced quantum chemistry.
• Duration: 5.5 years average
• Tuition : $56,364
• Financial aid: Scholarships, grants, work-study, fellowships, assistantships, and loans.
• Acceptance rate: 6.7%
• Location: Pasadena, California

4. Harvard University, The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

PhD in Chemistry and Chemical Biology

Harvard University’s faculty in the Chemistry and Chemical Biology division includes several Nobel and Welch Award laureates conducting research in various areas of interest in chemistry. In this PhD program for chemistry, students can pursue interdisciplinary research in various institutes and research centers in the Boston area.

• Courses include: Advanced organic chemistry, materials chemistry, and advanced inorganic chemistry.
• Duration: 5-6 years
• Tuition: Full funding
• Financial aid: Scholarships, research assistantships, and fellowships.
• Acceptance rate: 5%

5. Northwestern University, Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences

Northwestern University’s Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences emphasizes interdisciplinary thinking that is adaptive, flexible, and practical in the context of the modern world. This chemistry PhD program aims to provide students with a strong foundation in chemistry and valuable exposure to research projects important to wider society.

• Courses include: Organic chemistry, physical/analytical chemistry, and biological chemistry.
• Financial aid: Fellowships, graduate assistantships, and loans.
• Acceptance rate: 9.3%
• Location: Evanston, Illinois

6. Yale University, Department of Chemistry

Yale is one of the most acclaimed universities in the world, with a diverse student population, including 22%  international students from a total of 115 different nations . This flexible PhD chemistry program allows students to choose their areas of study based on their research subjects rather than maintaining a rigid course list.

• Courses include: Fundamentals of transition metal chemistry, bioinorganic spectroscopy, and organic structures & energetics.
• Financial aid: Stipends, fellowships, and grants.
• Acceptance rate: 6.5%
• Location: New Haven, Connecticut

7. The University of Chicago, Department of Chemistry

The chemistry department was one of the University of Chicago’s first departments to be inaugurated and currently has a strong faculty in organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry, as well as interdisciplinary studies. This is also one of the most flexible Chemistry PhD programs in the country, allowing you to study from different departments as well as giving you the freedom to choose your areas of study.

• Courses include: Complex chemical systems, chemical biology, and chemical dynamics.
• Tuition : $63,936
• Financial aid: Fellowships, research assistantships, health insurance, grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans.
• Location: Chicago, Illinois

8. Princeton University, Department of Chemistry

Princeton University’s prestigious Frick Chemistry Laboratory encourages faculty and students to conduct collaborative and interdisciplinary research in the field. This doctorate degree in chemistry encourages students to pursue individualized studies and conduct original research in specific areas of chemistry.

• Courses include: Advanced quantum chemistry, biophysical chemistry, and synthetic organic chemistry.
• Tuition : $57,410
• Financial aid: Assistantships, fellowships, work-study, veteran benefits, and loans.
• Acceptance rate: 5.6%
• Location: Princeton, New Jersey

9. The University of California, Berkeley, College of Chemistry

The University of California was founded with a vision for a better future and is well-known as a pioneer in various areas, including diversity and free speech. This graduate program offers three concentrations: physical chemistry, synthetic chemistry, and chemical biology.

• Courses include: Chemical kinetics, coordination chemistry, and organic reactions.
• Tuition : $14,476
• Financial aid: Fellowships, teaching assistantships, research assistantships, grants, and loans.
• Acceptance rate: 17.5%
• Location: Berkeley, California

10. Cornell University, Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology

Cornell’s Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology has a history of discovery and innovation and boasts Nobel laureates as well as National Academy Members among its faculty. The TATP (Teaching Assistant Training Program) is an integral part of this PhD program, and a satisfactory performance in this program is a mandatory part of the doctorate.

• Courses include: Engineering general chemistry, principles of organic chemistry, and physical chemistry of proteins.
• Financial aid: Teaching assistantship, research assistantship, fellowships, grants, stipend, and health insurance.
• Acceptance rate: 10.7%
• Location: Ithaca, New York

What Do You Need To Get a PhD in Chemistry?

To be admitted as a PhD candidate , you’ll generally need a master’s in chemistry or a related field. As part of the application process, you’ll typically need to submit academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, GRE scores, and a personal statement or research proposal.

Other documentation may be required depending on the program you want to apply for, so check the requirements with the admissions office.

Most PhD in chemistry programs involve a mix of coursework, which may cover chemistry courses and related sciences, and a research thesis or dissertation.

To earn your doctorate in chemistry, you typically also need to participate in seminars, pass oral and written exams, and complete a teaching assistantship.

Preparing for a Chemistry Doctorate Program

A PhD in chemistry is a technical, relatively-difficult advanced degree, so it’s important to prepare well to get the best results. Ahead of commencing, or even applying for the program, familiarize yourself with the latest developments and research in the field.

It can be a good idea to join professional associations, take advantage of other networking opportunities, and seek out extra-curricular activities in the field. Practical experience can also be very valuable, so try to work in a lab if possible.

Things To Consider When Choosing a Chemistry PhD Program

There are a range of chemistry doctorate programs offered by different institutions and covering several different concentrations. Before choosing the right program for you, it’s important to carefully consider your interests, passions, and career goals in order to decide on your preferred area of study.

From there, look for strong programs in this discipline with renowned faculty specializing in your area of interest.

Other key factors to consider include the following:

• Mode of delivery: on-campus, online, or hybrid
• School location, accessibility, and affordability to live in the area if you’re planning on studying on campus
• Program costs, including not only tuition but also fees and other expenses
• Financial aid options

Why Get a Doctorate in Chemistry?

A PhD in chemistry is one of the most in-demand and highest-paying PhDs . Graduates with a PhD chemistry are highly employable, with most finding roles in private industry. According to Duke University , from their 242 candidates, 118 were employed in business/industry, and Boston University  also tells us that most PhD Chemistry holders are employed in the private sector.

The benefits of studying for a doctorate in chemistry include:

• High level of prestige
• Many chemistry PhD programs are fully-funded or offer access significant to financial aid
• Wide range of job prospects in academia, research, and management
• Access to senior leadership positions and opportunities to manage research projects

Jobs you can land with a PhD in Chemistry include:

• Post-doctoral Research Assistant ( $52,672 )
• Chemical Materials Scientist ( $130,008 )
• Professor of Chemistry ( $94,914 )
• Development Chemist ( $59,802 )
• Director of Research ( $107,150 )

The tuition for a PhD in chemistry can range from $10,000 to $70,000 based on various factors, with public schools being much more affordable than private schools. On top of tuition, you also need to consider other expenses, such as fees, study materials, and living expenses. However, many chemistry doctorates offer scholarships, grants, and even full funding.

For most programs, you’ll take around five years to complete a chemistry PhD when studying full-time. However, it can take up to seven years or even longer in some cases.

What Skills Do You Gain When Doing a Ph.D. in Chemistry?

You’ll build a range of advanced skills as part of a PhD in Chemistry program, most notably:

• Research skills
• Communication skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Mentoring and teaching skills
• Leadership skills
• Organizational skills

PhD in Chemistry FAQs

How long does a phd in chemistry take.

A PhD in Chemistry takes five years to complete on average, though the duration can typically be anywhere between three and seven years.

Which Field of Chemistry Is Best for a PhD?

There is no single field that is best for a PhD in Chemistry. The best option for you will depend on your preferences, interests, and career ambitions. Common specializations include organic,         inorganic, physical, analytical, and computational chemistry.

What Can You Do With a PhD in Chemistry?

A PhD in chemistry is typically considered the most advanced degree in this scientific field and opens up a range of positions in academia, research, and the private sector. Positions for graduates with PhD doctorates include lecturers, professors, research leaders, environmental scientists, and materials scientists.

Is It Hard To Get a PhD in Chemistry?

Given that chemistry is a highly technical field and a PhD is an advanced degree, it’s not surprising that a PhD in chemistry is an in-depth, involved, and relatively-challenging degree. There’s no denying that you’ll need a background in the field and a certain degree of dedication to earn your doctorate in chemistry, but it’s certainly not impossible with some hard work and a little passion!

Key Takeaways

A PhD in chemistry is a valuable, advanced degree that opens up a wide range of career prospects, including senior-level positions in research, industry, and academia. There are a number of high-quality PhD programs in chemistry offered by renowned institutions across the country, covering a range of disciplines and including both on-campus and online programs .

Be clear on your areas of interest and career objectives, do your research to choose the best program for you, and you can’t go wrong!

For more options, look at our guide to the best online PhD programs , or if you’re ready to start preparing your application, check out our ultimate grad school test guide .

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We are looking for a highly motivated PhD candidate, with an interest in organic synthesis and transition metal catalysis, to join the Kann group. The goal of your project will be to develop metal

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PhD student in Organic Chemistry in the area of studies in sustainable synthesis of composite materials

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