# Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Graduate Program

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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Graduate Program

# Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Graduate Program

## Graduate Studies in Biochemistry

Biochemistry has been a core component of Purdue University and the College of Agriculture since 1934. Our graduate students experience a rigorous and creative research environment in which they can explore opportunities beyond their primary research area through multi-disciplinary work, teaching, and leadership.

[Apply Now](https://gradapply.purdue.edu/apply/)

[Courses](https://ag.purdue.edu/department/biochem/academics/course-list.html)

[Handbook](https://ag.purdue.edu/department/biochem/academics/graduate-manuals.html)

[Research Faculty](https://ag.purdue.edu/department/biochem/about-us/faculty-directory.html)

### For information regarding the Graduate Program:

Traci Edmonds\
*Senior Graduate Program Administrator*\
[biochemistry-admissions@purdue.edu](mailto:biochemistry-admissions@purdue.edu)

## Graduate Program Information

Degrees and Programs

- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
- Graduate Certificate (current Purdue undergraduates only)

Application Requirements and Program Details

- Application deadline December 1
- Admitting students for fall semester (August)
- GPA 3.0 or equivalent required
- English Proficiency Requirements in line with [Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars](https://www.purdue.edu/academics/ogsps/admissions/how-to-apply/#english)
- Three letters of recommendation – one letter from research advisor
- [Application form](https://gradapply.purdue.edu/apply) (OGSPS website)
- Academic Statement of Purpose
- Personal History Statement
- All admitted first-year students complete three lab rotations prior to final lab placement
- 2025-2026 stipend for Ph.D. program $35,000

Ongoing Areas of Research

- Bioenergy
- Bioinformatics and Computational Genetics
- Cancer Biology
- Drug Discovery
- Molecular Genetics
- Plant Metabolism
- Proteomics / Mass Spectrometry
- RNA Biology
- Structural and Chemical Biology

Contact Information

### For information regarding the Graduate Program

Traci Edmonds\
*Senior Graduate Program Administrator*\
[biochemistry-admissions@purdue.edu](mailto:biochemistry-admissions@purdue.edu)

### For information regarding applications or admissions

Jenny Wilson\
*Graduate Program Coordinator*\
[biochemistry-admissions@purdue.edu](mailto:biochemistry-admissions@purdue.edu)

Current Student Forms

### Advisory Committee Forms

- [Individual Advisory Committee member form](https://ag.purdue.edu/department/biochem/_media/individual-advisory-committee-form.pdf "Individual lAdvisory Committee Form")
- [Student Progress Feedback form](https://ag.purdue.edu/department/biochem/academics/_docs/student-progress-feedback-form.pdf)\
- [IDP\_Year 2](https://ag.purdue.edu/department/biochem/academics/_docs/idp_year_2.pdf)\
- [IDP\_Years 3-5](https://ag.purdue.edu/department/biochem/academics/_docs/idp_year_3-5.pdf)

### Preliminary Examination Forms

- [Prelim Exam Committee Chair instructions and form](https://ag.purdue.edu/department/biochem/academics/_docs/chair-instructions-prelim-exam-committee-form-2021.pdf)\
- [Prelim Exam Committee Member Instructions and Form](https://ag.purdue.edu/department/biochem/academics/_docs/instructions-prelim-exam-committee-form-2021.pdf)\
- [Major Professor Certification of Preliminary Examination Topic Form](https://ag.purdue.edu/department/biochem/_media/major-professor-certification-of-prelim-examform-fillable_4.16.25.pdf)\
- [OGSPS Form 8: Request for Appointment of Examining Committee Student Instructions](https://ag.purdue.edu/department/biochem/academics/_docs/student-instructions-electronic-g.s-form-8.pdf)

## Career Opportunities

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Cincinnati Children’s - Lucas Lab

[Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow](https://jobs.cincinnatichildrens.org/us/en/job/JR214079/Postdoctoral-Research-Fellow-Lucas) to investigate bone marrow vascular niches in response to infection and inflammation. The role involves designing and executing laboratory experiments, analyzing data, and presenting findings. A PhD/MD is required, and candidates should possess strong critical thinking and data analysis skills. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Cincinnati Children’s - Ikegami Lab (multiple positions)

[The Ikegami lab at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center](https://jobs.cincinnatichildrens.org/us/en/job/JR128409/Postdoctoral-Research-Fellow-Ikegami-Single-cell-chromatin-biology-and-genomics-Ikegami-Lab) is recruiting highly motivated postdocs interested in developing a new tool to study chromatin biology at single cell levels. Ideal for Ph.D. holders eager to innovate in a collaborative environment. Engage in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific writing while contributing to groundbreaking research.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Opportunities - Cincinnati Children’s - Multiple positions

Multiple listings for postdoctoral research [fellow positions at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center](https://jobs.cincinnatichildrens.org/us/en/c/fellow-resident-jobs) in a variety of specialities.

## Graduate Student Spotlight

## Graduate Student Spotlight

Kendall Cottingham

[Full Story](https://ag.purdue.edu/news/department/arge/2026/02/graduate-spotlight-cottingham.html "Kendall Cottingham")