Physiology and Biophysics

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  • University/Institute Name Dalhousie University
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration5 years
  • Position Funding Type Graduate Assistantship (RA or TA) or PhD Scholarship
  • Application deadlineOct 2025

Position Details (PhD Program)

Dalhousie University’s Doctor of Philosophy in Physiology and Biophysics programme offers you the opportunity to expand your options. Gain the skills you need to become a strong independent researcher or university professor.

By the time you complete your Dalhousie University ‘s Doctor of Philosophy in Physiology and Biophysics  programme, you’ll be able to:  

  • conduct original research in physiology and biophysics
  • publish your results in internationally recognized, peer-reviewed journals
  • present your work at national and international scientific meetings
  • deliver graduate level and undergraduate level lectures and tutorials

Careers

A graduate degree in Physiology and Biophysics gives you the flexibility and the knowledge to pursue potential careers in:

  • pharmaceutical companies
  • biotechnology companies 
  • government
  • public science education 

Programme options

Thesis: Pursue independent and original research guided by a supervisor to develop and defend your thesis.  

Courses include: 

  • Physiology and Biophysics Graduate Seminar
  • Comprehensive Examination
  • PhD Thesis

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

Position Start Date