University of California San Diego Fully Funded PhD in Bioinformatics and Systems Biology

PhD @University of California San Diego posted 2 days ago

Job Description

Program Overview

  • Institution: University of California, San Diego (UCSD)

  • Department: Bioinformatics and Systems Biology (BISB) Graduate Program

  • Location: La Jolla, California​

UCSD’s BISB PhD program is an interdisciplinary initiative that integrates biology, computer science, mathematics, and engineering. The program offers two distinct yet overlapping tracks:​

  • Bioinformatics and Systems Biology (BISB)

  • Biomedical Informatics (BMI)

Students can indicate their preferred track upon application and have the flexibility to switch tracks during their studies. ​

Funding Package

All admitted PhD students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:​

  • Tuition and Fees: Full coverage

  • Health Insurance: UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP)

  • Annual Stipend: Competitive stipend to cover living expenses​

Financial support is typically provided through a combination of fellowships, training grants, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships. Continued funding is contingent upon maintaining good academic standing and satisfactory progress in the program.​

Curriculum Structure

The program’s curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation in bioinformatics and systems biology, with flexibility to tailor coursework to individual research interests.​

Core Coursework

Students are required to complete core courses that may include:​

  • Bioinformatics II (BENG 202/CSE 282): Introduction to Bioinformatics Algorithms

  • Bioinformatics III (BENG 203/CSE 283): Genomics, Proteomics, and Network Biology

  • Bioinformatics IV (MATH 283): Statistical Methods in Bioinformatics

  • One additional course selected from approved electives​

Additional requirements include participation in seminars, journal clubs, and ethics training.​

Research Components

  • Lab Rotations: Students typically complete lab rotations during their first year to explore different research areas and identify a dissertation advisor.

  • Qualifying Exam: A written and oral examination to assess the student’s readiness for independent research.

  • Dissertation Research: Original research leading to a doctoral dissertation.​

Admission Requirements

  • Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, physical sciences, computer science, mathematics, or a related field.

  • Academic Preparation: Strong quantitative or computational background and a passion for interdisciplinary research.

  • Application Materials:

    • Online application through UCSD Graduate Admissions (use major code BF76)

    • Statement of purpose

    • Three letters of recommendation

    • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended

    • GRE scores (optional)

    • TOEFL or IELTS scores for international applicants​

  • Application Fee:

    • $135 for domestic applicants

    • $155 for international applicants​

Fee waivers are available for eligible applicants.​

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