PhD in Bioscience and Biotechnology, Interdisciplinary
Program Overview
Clarkson University's PhD in Bioscience and Biotechnology is an interdisciplinary program that prepares students for leadership roles in academia and industry. The program offers specialization in four categories, including Molecular Bioscience & Biotechnology, Biomedical Science & Neuroscience, Computational Biology & Bioinformatics, and Ecology, Evolution & the Environment. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to address complex challenges in bioscience and biotechnology, and pursue careers in various fields such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and environmental conservation.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The PhD in Bioscience and Biotechnology at Clarkson University is an interdisciplinary program that provides students with the opportunity to specialize in complex challenges in the field of bioscience and biotechnology. The program aims to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to become independent scholars and leaders in academia or industry.
Outline:
The program consists of 90 credit hours of coursework, seminars, and a dissertation. The required courses include:
- Two core courses in cell and molecular biology
- One biotechnology or molecular biology lab course
- Two specialization elective courses from one of four categories:
- Molecular Bioscience & Biotechnology
- Biomedical Science & Neuroscience
- Computational Biology & Bioinformatics
- Ecology, Evolution & the Environment
- One free elective course from any category
- One course from the Computational Biology & Bioinformatics category
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of distinguished faculty who are recognized leaders in their respective fields. They also value the talents of students and serve as active and engaged mentors.
Careers:
Graduates of the PhD in Bioscience and Biotechnology program are prepared for competitive roles in academia and other research centers. They also go on to work in a variety of professions and fields, including:
- Agriculture
- Biotech companies
- Energy companies
- Environmental conservation
- Government agencies
- Healthcare companies
- Higher education
- Medical laboratories
- Pharmaceuticals
Other:
- The program is offered in two formats: entirely onsite at the main campus in Potsdam, New York, or in a hybrid format with a mix of online and onsite courses.
- All graduate students are considered for University merit-based financial assistance, including teaching assistantships, research assistantships, fellowships, and scholarships.
