Overview
Infectious Diseases and Microbiology PhD students at the University of Pittsburgh complete coursework that emphasizes the fundamentals of pathogen biology, immunology, cell biology, and molecular biology, which provides the necessary educational basis to conduct independent research mentored by our faculty.
Careers
Recent graduates hold the following positions:- Post-doctoral research fellow, NIH Critical Care Medicine Department
- Assistant professor, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, George Washington University, School of Public Health and Health Services
- Research assistant professor, Center for Global Health, University of New Mexico
- Associate service fellow, CDC
- Post-doctoral visiting fellow, Hillman Cancer Center, University of Pittsburgh
- Immunology sales specialist, Prolmmune, Inc.
- Post-doctoral fellow, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
- Director, NIH Academy Office of Intramural Training and Education
Programme Structure
Recent dissertation titles:- Effects of SIV Infection on Lymphoid Chemokine CXCL13, Paneth Cell Phenotype and Intestinal Antimicrobial Peptide Expression
- HIV-1 Nef-Src Family Kinase Interaction: A Novel Target for the Inhibition of HIV-1 Pathogenesis
- Novel mechanisms of cytokine signaling on T-cell and MDSC function in glioma development
- The Effect of Epstein-Barr Virus Latent Membrane Protein 2 Expression on the Kinetics of Early B Cell Infection and Immortalization
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Microbiology Immunology View 78 other PhDs in Microbiology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed application form
- Personal statement
- Transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- International students: evidence of English Language Proficiency
Tuition Fee
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International
51400 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 51400 USD per year during 60 months. -
National
51400 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 51400 USD per year during 60 months. -
In-State
30290 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 30290 USD per year during 60 months.
Living costs for Pittsburgh
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Scholarships Information
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