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Medical University Vienna
Molecular Signal Transduction (PhD Programme)
- Vienna, Austria
PhD
Full time
6 semesters
On-Campus
English
The aim of the PhD Program “Molecular Signal Transduction” is to provide outstanding training opportunities for the understanding of the molecular physiology of cellular signal transduction and pathological alterations therein for the students. The program, which in particular covers the fields of physiology and pharmacology, will offer students the opportunity to work with approved scientists on cutting-edge research projects.


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Institute of Science and Technology Austria - ISTA
PhD Program
- Klosterneuburg, Austria
PhD
Full time
5 years
On-Campus
English
ISTA is a cross-disciplinary research institution that combines basic science research with graduate education. Our scientists perform theoretical and experimental research in Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, and Information and System Sciences. ISTA is located on the outskirts of Vienna, Austria.


Bar-Ilan University
PhD in Life Sciences
- Ramat Gan, Israel
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The mission of the Mina and Everard Goodman Faculty of Life Sciences is to impart biological knowledge and scientific education based on modern research. In addition to imparting knowledge, we strive to arouse the curiosity of our students and to cultivate their intellectual and cultural growth.


South Dakota - School of Mines and Technology
PhD in Chemical and Biological Sciences
- Rapid City, USA
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Chemical and Biological Sciences dive into both chemical and biology/biological sciences curriculum and research. This sets our program apart by providing experience in both chemical and biological sciences, which prepares you for a career in government, industry, or academic research.
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University of Memphis (inactive)
Biological Sciences, (PhD)
- Memphis, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Biological Sciences is designed to prepare students for advanced research and scholarly careers in various areas of biology. The program emphasizes both coursework and research, all...


ICBAS School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Doctoral Programme in Pathology and Molecular Genetics
- Porto, Portugal
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English, Portuguese
The Doctoral Program in Pathology and Molecular Genetics (PDPGM) offers advanced training in pathology and molecular genetics. Targeted at young graduates or those with a master's in life and health sciences, it focuses on basic and translational research, as well as molecular diagnostics in biopathology. Graduates will be equipped to lead scientific research


ICBAS School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Doctoral Programme in Aquatic Sciences - Biology and Ecology
- Porto, Portugal
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English, Portuguese
The basic goal of the Doctoral Program in Aquatic Environmental Sciences (PDCMA) is to train highly qualified professionals who are able to enter careers in research and management in public or private institutions or companies related to the aquatic environment or teaching at higher education level.


ICBAS School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Doctoral Programme in Molecular and Cellular Biotechnology Applied to Health Sciences
- Porto, Portugal
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English, Portuguese
BiotechHealth (ICBAS and FFUP) offers excellent doctoral training in Molecular and Cellular Biotechnology applied to Health Sciences, in an interdisciplinary and international environment, promoting collaboration with research groups, hospitals and companies. The program offers training in diagnostic and therapeutic technologies, tissue regeneration,


Carnegie Mellon University - Mellon College of Science
Ph.D. in Biological Sciences
- Pittsburgh, USA
PhD
Full time
5 years
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. in Biological Sciences program at Carnegie Mellon University exemplifies the interdisciplinary approach that has become an essential feature of modern biomedical science. Biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology, cell and developmental biology, computational biology, molecular biology and genetics and neuroscience encompass our research foci; many students are involved in several disciplines while working on their research projects. This interdisciplinarity is unusual for departments of a similar size.


The University of Milan
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PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Milan, Italy
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
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The Molecular and Cellular Biology programme aims to train experts in biomolecular sciences and biotechnology, promoting a molecular approach to studying complex biological problems. It fosters collaboration between research institutes, schools, and companies while emphasizing internationalization. A key aspect involves students' direct involvement in experimental research, fostering scientific and organizational independence.


Charles University Third Faculty of Medicine
PhD in Biochemistry and Pathobiochemistry
- Prague, Czech Republic
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus, Blended
English
Doctoral study program in Biochemistry and Pathobiochemistry deals with the chemical and biological characterization of biomolecules and their building units in health and diseases. The program deals with their mutual transformation, with their role in the regulation of physiological processes, and with their disorders. An important task is to study the biological membranes, subcellular components (organelles), energy transformations, and the role of extracellular matrix and second messengers in the cell regulations. Branch also focuses on the role of free radicals in carcinogenesis and atherogenesis. The study program is closely related to molecular biology and genetics as well as to many basic and clinical biomedical fields, especially to clinical biochemistry.


ICBAS School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Doctoral Programme in Molecular and Cell Biology
- Porto, Portugal
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English, Portuguese
The Doctoral Program in Molecular and Cellular Biology (PDBMC) offers advanced training, equipping students with solid scientific knowledge and technical skills. Graduates will be prepared for academic and industrial research, addressing key aspects of molecular and cellular biology with expertise in both fields.


Charles University Faculty of Pharmacy
PhD in Bioanalytical Methods
- Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus, Blended
English
The doctoral study program is primarily designated for graduates of master study program Bioanalytical Healthcare – as the third stage of education following after the bachelor and master study, and also for graduates from study programs of natural sciences, pharmacy, medicine and related. It is a unique doctoral study, not established at other faculty or university (they have mostly bachelor and master levels only)


Westlake University
PhD in Biology
- Hangzhou, China
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
Westlake University’s Biology department is a pioneering, supportive, and innovative community of scholar-practitioners focused on building excellence between the biological sciences and related branches of physical science, medicine, engineering, and material sciences.


University of Florence
PhD Course in Evolutionary Biology and Ecology
- Florence, Italy
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Evolutionary Biology and Ecology focuses on the study of biological diversity and its evolution, as well as the behavior and relationships of living things, including humans, among themselves and with the environment. Evolutionary biology and ecology represent an integrated research area, which in many prestigious institutions is part of a single Department of Ecology and Evolution.

University of Pécs
PhD in Biology and Sport Biology
- Pécs, Hungary
PhD
Full time
8 semesters
On-Campus
English
The Doctoral School of Biology and Spotbiology provides PhD in Biology and Sport Biology in a wide range of fields of biology and sports biology including genetics, microbiology, plant biology, ecology, regulatory biology, fitness, stress, sport, and immune system. Excellently equipped laboratories are available in the biology departments and at the Szentágothai Research Center of UP, as well as at the Balaton Limnological Institute. Through international contacts, we give the opportunity to our Ph.D. students mobility.
Learn more about Biological and Life Sciences PhD degree programs
You'll spend your PhD in Biological and Life Sciences investigating questions that haven't been answered yet, designing original research and generating findings that contribute directly to scientific knowledge. This is advanced, independent study, not a continuation of coursework.
The academic environment fosters rigorous inquiry and collaborative exchange across disciplines, from molecular biology to ecology. Your program will likely center on a dissertation project, with supporting modules in areas like genomics, cell signaling, biochemistry, or evolutionary biology. You'll develop advanced competencies in experimental design, laboratory techniques, data analysis, and scientific writing, all shaped by your specific research focus.
Career paths after a PhD are broader than many expect. You can move into academic research and lecturing, or pursue roles in biotechnology, pharmaceutical development, environmental consultancy, or science policy. Many graduates also work in regulatory affairs, public health agencies, or science communication. The doctorate signals that you can lead a research project independently, interpret complex findings, and communicate results to specialist and non-specialist audiences alike, which opens doors well beyond the lab.