Yale University Fully Funded PhD in Pharmacology

PhD @Yale University posted 1 week ago

Job Description

Yale University offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Pharmacology through its Department of Pharmacology, which is part of the Yale School of Medicine. This program is integrated within the Biological and Biomedical Sciences (BBS) program, providing interdisciplinary training in pharmacology and related fields.

Program Overview

  • Degree: Ph.D. in Pharmacology

  • Institution: Yale University

  • Department: Pharmacology, Yale School of Medicine

The program emphasizes an integrated view of pharmacology and disease, built upon a rigorous foundation of basic sciences. Students can choose between two tracks within the BBS program:

  • Translational Molecular Medicine, Pharmacology, and Physiology (TMMPP)

  • Biochemistry, Quantitative Biology, Biophysics, and Structural Biology (BQBS)

These tracks provide flexibility to tailor coursework and research to individual interests. Students engage in laboratory rotations during their first year to select a dissertation advisor and research focus.

Funding Package

All Ph.D. students in the Pharmacology program receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:​

  • Tuition and Fees: Full coverage for the duration of the program

  • Stipend: An annual stipend of $51,046 for the 2024–2025 academic year

  • Health Insurance: Free health insurance for students and their families

  • Dental Insurance: Discounted dental insurance beginning in fall 2024

  • External Fellowship Bonus: An additional $4,000 stipend bonus for students who secure competitive external fellowships, such as NIH NRSA or NSF awards

This funding is provided to all BBS students, regardless of citizenship.

Admission Requirements

  • Application Process: Apply through the Yale Combined Program in Biological and Biomedical Sciences (BBS)

  • Tracks: Select either the TMMPP or BQBS track based on your research interests

  • Academic Background: A strong foundation in biological sciences, chemistry, or related disciplines

  • Standardized Tests: GRE scores are not required

  • English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for non-native English speakers, unless they have completed a degree at an institution where English is the primary language of instruction

The admissions process includes virtual interviews in January, followed by an in-person recruitment weekend in February for selected applicants. The program covers travel, hotel, and additional expenses for the recruitment visit

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