Georgia Institute of Technology Fully Funded PhD in Bioinformatics

PhD @Georgia Institute of Technology posted 10 hours ago

Job Description

Georgia Institute of Technology offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Bioinformatics. This interdisciplinary program spans multiple departments, including the College of Sciences, College of Computing, School of Biological Sciences, School of Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemistry and Biochemistry, and School of Industrial and Systems Engineering.

Program Overview

  • Degree: Ph.D. in Bioinformatics

  • Institution: Georgia Institute of Technology

The program emphasizes interdisciplinary research, allowing students to engage in areas such as:​

  • Development of software tools and algorithms for biological data analysis

  • Application of bioinformatics to disease diagnosis, classification, prognosis, and treatment

  • Fundamental biology and systems biology research

Funding Package

All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:​

  • Tuition and Fees: Full coverage through tuition remission or waivers

  • Stipend: Annual stipend of $35,500 for the 2024–2025 academic year

  • Health Insurance: Coverage provided​

Funding sources include Graduate Research Assistantships (GRAs), Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTAs), and fellowships such as the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP). The majority of Ph.D. students are supported by GRAs beyond the first year.

Admission Requirements

  • Academic Background: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field, such as bioinformatics, bioengineering, biology, computer science, physics, chemistry, biochemistry, mathematics, or engineering

  • Prerequisites:

    • Programming skills relevant to bioinformatics

    • Two semesters of calculus and one semester of linear algebra (for certain backgrounds)

    • Two semesters of biological sciences or equivalent (for certain backgrounds)

  • GPA: At least 3.2 or top 5% in class standing

  • GRE: General GRE scores above the cut-off level established by the home college (some home schools have waived the GRE)

  • Application Materials:

    • Online application through Georgia Tech’s Graduate Admissions

    • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended

    • Three letters of recommendation

    • Statement of purpose outlining research interests and career goals

    • Resume or curriculum vitae (CV)

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