Program Overview

Interdisciplinary Biology, Biomedicine, and Chemistry

The mission of the Interdisciplinary Doctoral Program in Biology, Biomedicine, and Chemistry at East Carolina University is to promote student creativity and excellence via the acquisition, interpretation, and synthesis of scientific information. Our PhD program encourages integrative and interdisciplinary scholarship through flexible curriculum, emphasis on cutting edge tools and data science skills, and professional development opportunities for future careers in academic, manufacturing, government, and the private sector.

Program Concentrations

Choose between three concentrations in our interdisciplinary doctoral program to help you tailor your course of study to align with your career goals:

• Biology
• Biomedicine
• Chemistry

Why Earn a PhD at ECU?

The Interdisciplinary Doctoral Program in Biology, Biomedicine, and Chemistry offers a student-centered educational experience founded on experiential learning, community, and inclusive learning and working environment. When you join our interdisciplinary doctoral program, you'll benefit from:

World-class Faculty

Access to faculty mentors from multiple departments, guided research, and certificate programs to enhance skills and knowledge in certain areas of science.

Active Student Life

Opportunities to join the Biology Graduate Student Association, the Graduate and Professional Student Senate, the American Fisheries Society, and participate in Nerd Nite Greenville.

Competitive Funding Package

Financial support that covers tuition, health insurance, and a competitive stipend as a graduate research assistant or a graduate teaching assistant.

Research Areas

• Biology: Engage in research topics that range across all the life sciences, including cell and molecular biology, physiology, biotechnology, ecology, and evolution.
• Biomedicine: Conduct basic science or clinical research in the Brody School of Medicine, with broad areas of research opportunities including cancer biology, immunology, biochemistry, toxicology, and neuroscience.
• Chemistry: Examine the relationships between chemical, biological, and basic biomedical sciences in a department that focuses on experimental and computational methodologies to study biologically important compounds.

Career Opportunities

Past graduates have found employment in academic, government, and private industry positions.

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