Introduction
Our Doctor of Philosophy in Integrated Biomedical Science program prepares you for research scientist positions in academia, industry and administration.
We take an interdisciplinary approach that focuses on disease as a process that involves molecular, biochemical, cellular and organ system changes.
You will use your training to formulate and test research hypotheses in a highly collaborative environment of both scientists and clinical researchers.
Graduates are equipped with the knowledge, training and critical thinking skills to evaluate important research questions. You will be able to generate research data and apply results to improve health outcomes.
Our Approach
You obtain hands-on experience at one of the nation's top academic medical centers, Rush University Medical Center, in the vibrant city of Chicago.
At Rush, you learn in small classes for more interaction with our faculty, who are also practitioners in their field.
In addition to the nationally renowned basic science and clinical research groups on campus, we participate in the following:
- Professional development forums with the University of Illinois in Chicago
- Translational research partnership with the University of Chicago
- Medical informatics consortium, CAPriCORN, with all the academic medical centers in Chicago
Additional program highlights:
- An educational program with a focus on collaborative learning, individualized mentoring and a commitment to biomedical scholarship
- A common first-year curriculum that provides systematic exposure to the contemporary process of scientific discovery
- Three laboratory rotations that expose you to different research environments, methods and research options for your dissertation focus
Rush is excited to introduce a new search engine for Division of Translational Science students, featuring a list of over 500 faculty members who are accepting students in our DTS programs. This searchable platform allows students to explore opportunities by keyword and department, offering a centralized resource to see who is accepting students, in which program, and access links to faculty profiles and publications. Students can also send a direct email through the platform, which will notify the student research coordinator to facilitate connections.
Program Length and Location
This is a five-year, on-campus program with a thesis.
Program Tuition and Stipend Information
At Rush University, we know your education is a big investment. We want to make sure you have all the information to be able to make the best financial decisions for you and your family.
Additional detailed tuition and stipend information will be shared here soon.
Learn about some of our recent students, their experience and why they chose Rush University.
Doctor of Philosophy in Integrated Biomedical Science Career Opportunities
There are a variety of career paths for those who complete a Doctor of Philosophy in Integrated Biomedical Science. Our graduates have gone on to excel in advanced biomedical research in the following settings:
- Colleges and universities
- Government agencies
- Hospitals
- Non-profit agencies
- Industry
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