Creating Ph.D-level Talent for the Life Sciences Workforce

The new Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences within the College of Science and Mathematics prepares the next generation of biomedical innovators to meet the needs of the rapidly evolving biomedical, clinical, and regulatory workforce. The program integrates rigorous scientific training with real-world experience to develop highly skilled, workforce-ready leaders who will translate biomedical discovery into meaningful societal impact and healthier communities.

The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences program will launch in Fall 2027 at Kennesaw State University, an R2 university in northwest metro-Atlanta, Georgia. Applications for the program will open in Fall 2026.

Two researchers in a biomedical lab at Kennesaw State University conducting experiments with pipettes and equipment.

 

Key Program Features

  • Prepares graduates for careers in industry, academia, government, and regulatory science.
  • Opportunity to conduct research with and be mentored by established faculty investigators engaged in cutting-edge biomedical and health research.
  • Participate in immersive internships with leading biomedical and health industry partners to develop real-world, hands-on experience and skill sets.
  • Access to state-of-the-art laboratories, core facilities, and research infrastructure.
  • Comprehensive mentorship, individualized development planning, and strong career placement support.  

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • This is a 60-credit, 4-year program.

 

    • The program’s curriculum includes coursework and research in:
      • Drug discovery and development
      • Disease modeling and molecular diagnostics
      • Pharmacology, neuroscience, microbiology, and immunology
      • Regulatory science and clinical trial design
    • These curriculum outcomes align the job functions of medical scientists, who are responsible for leading translational and preclinical studies, evaluating biomedical interventions, and managing laboratory-based investigations that inform healthcare and therapeutic practices.

 

  • If selected, students will be eligible for a 12-month, $32,000 graduate research assistantship (GRA), allowing students to maintain steady progress toward research milestones, candidacy, and degree completion.

 

  • This program is designed to attract applicants who are motivated to pursue research-intensive careers, including:

    • Recent bachelor’s degree holders with substantial research experience and a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, neuroscience, or pharmacology.
    • Master-level graduates from biomedical, chemical, or life sciences programs seeking doctoral-level training as a biomedical scientist.
    • Non-traditional students, including:
      • Working professionals in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or diagnostic companies seeking career advancement through advanced training.
      • Veterans with backgrounds in military medicine, clinical research, or bioengineering who hold at least a bachelor’s degree in the fields above.

 

  • Career outcomes include a broader range of interdisciplinary biomedical research roles, such as:

    • Medical scientist
    • Translational scientists
    • Regulatory research scientists
    • Clinical laboratory directors
    • Government and industry research advisors
    • Biomedical researcher

 

Any further questions about the program can be directed to
phdbiomedsciences@kennesaw.edu