Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology (PhD)
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Program Overview
Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology PhD Program
The Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology PhD program is an interdisciplinary program that includes biology, biochemistry, and biomedicine. This program provides opportunities to complete basic or translational research in areas such as cancer, infectious disease, and neuroscience.
Program Overview
Our biochemistry PhD program fuels passion for research, allowing students to work with experienced and dedicated faculty advisors to explore a spectrum of important biological questions. Researchers investigate topics including:
- Cancer
- Infectious diseases
- Neuroscience
- Stress and aging
- Developmental biology
- Cytoskeleton and membrane trafficking
- Cell signaling
- Optogenetics
Program Structure
The program is individually tailored to emphasize professional skills and career development. Students work closely with their advisor and a committee of faculty to identify a personalized program of elective courses and create an individual development plan.
Program Highlights
As a graduate student in the biochemistry PhD program, students will:
- Work with experts in their field
- Create close personal and professional connections as part of a small and select program
Careers for Biochemistry PhD Graduates
Students graduating with a biochemistry PhD typically go into careers in academia, industry, or other fields that draw on the knowledge and skills acquired during their graduate work. Career options and projected salaries include:
- Biochemist: $103,650
- Biomedical Scientist: $100,590
- Research Scientist: $100,590
Research Opportunities
As a student in the biochemistry PhD program, students gain research-based multidisciplinary training in diverse aspects of biological, biochemical, and biomedical sciences. Research is conducted in state-of-the-art labs on campus.
Degree Details
- Degree Type: Doctorate
- Format: On Campus
- Credit Hours: 60 Credit Hours
Start Dates and Application Deadlines
- Fall: January 10 (priority consideration for graduate assistantships)
- Start dates:
- Spring 2026: January 12
- Fall 2026: August 21
Related Programs
Related programs include:
- Chemistry
- Neuroscience
- Biology