Biotechnology

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  • University/Institute Name University of Canterbury
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration3 years
  • Position Funding Type PhD Research Funding
  • Unspecified Unspecified

Position Details (PhD Program)

‌Develop knowledge of biochemical, molecular, and evolutionary processes and economical solutions with this Biotechnology degree from the University of Canterbury.

Biotechnology research is directed towards developing technology with both economic and environmental outcomes. The OECD has predicted that, by 2030, biotechnology will assume a major role in the global economy with the advances from research in the tertiary sector.

Career opportunities

As an emerging field with both national and international importance, biotechnology provides many career opportunities in universities, business, government agencies, Crown Research Institutes, and in ministries concerned with the environment, agriculture, and forestry. This degree is offered at the University of Canterbury .

Research:

  • Biotechnology is of national and international importance. It considers and develops knowledge about biochemical, molecular, ecological, and evolutionary processes.
  • Biotechnology tools are applied in research underpinning biodiversity and biosecurity throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

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