New Chemistry Offering Joins Ranks of Ph.D. Programs

A Ph.D. in Chemistry, part of the College of Arts and Sciences’ Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, will be offered at New York Tech starting in fall 2025. This marks the latest entry in the ranks of Ph.D. programs offered at the university.

Professor and Department Chair Giovanni Meloni, Ph.D., will serve as director of the new program, which aims to prepare a new generation of scientists with advanced knowledge and research skills to address critical challenges in various scientific and industrial fields. Specifically, the program is intended to foster expertise in emerging areas of chemistry, equipping graduates with the capacity to lead research and innovation efforts in academia, industry, and government.

This new academic offering is designed to meet the growing demand for highly trained chemists, particularly in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, materials, and environmental science. Employment of chemists is projected to grow by 8 percent from 2023 to 2033, with demand driven by a need for chemists who have a deep understanding of chemical principles and are adept in modern analytical and computational techniques.