PhD in Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology

The biochemistry department at the university's medical school offers a doctorate for students committed to advancing biomedical science. Faculty research spans disease mechanisms, structural and cell biology, metabolism, signaling and translational work. The curriculum pairs demanding courses with in-depth research driven by hypotheses. Instruction includes advanced courses in biochemistry, molecular biology and structural biology, structured training in writing, grant preparation and presenting, and original research leading to publication. Alumni become professors at research-focused universities and medical schools or scientists with biotechnology and drug companies, and they lead in government and nonprofit research. Applicants submit transcripts, three recommendation letters, a resume and attend an interview. The program is part of Saint Louis University, a Jesuit university in St. Louis, Missouri, and its requirements are published in the 2026-2027 academic catalog.