Who Should Apply
The Master of Medical Sciences in Therapeutic Sciences program is designed for individuals who aspire to become professional experimentalists in early drug discovery and development and work at the leading edge of therapeutic sciences.
The goal of this program is to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience needed to excel as laboratory research scientists in biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, and assay development. Graduates will be well-prepared to pursue careers in pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, academic labs, and research institutes.
Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, and pharmacology. Applications will be considered based on a combination of academic background and research (and/or work) experience, as well as scientific and professional interests.
Visit our admissions page for additional information or email therapeutics_masters@hms.harvard.edu.
We seek applicants who are:
- Excited to train with high-profile faculty who are global leaders in the field
- Interested in obtaining knowledge and skills needed to make significant contributions to teams working in early drug discovery and development
- Passionate about experimental design, assay development, data analysis, and rigorous conduct of research
- Motivated to invest efforts into soft skills and professional development
