The future of healthcare depends on committed and cutting-edge biomedical scientists. At the University of New Hampshire (UNH), that’s exactly the kind of graduates Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences (MCBS) nurtures. Through industry-focused programmes in bioinformatics, molecular and cellular biotechnology, and more, you’ll encounter state-of-the-art instruments and interdisciplinary projects. Guiding you every step of the way are nationally renowned scientists,
“If you’re looking for a programme that balances theory with real-world application, the MS Bioinformatics programme at UNH is an excellent choice,” says student Nikhitha Vujjini. “You’ll have access to supportive faculty, collaborative peers, and opportunities to work on meaningful research projects that prepare you for diverse roles in the field.”
The MCBS’s graduate programmes have 39 faculty members conducting research in fields like environmental microbiology and neuroscience. Source: University of New Hampshire
Hands-on learning is at the core of every programme, every course. In the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture (COLSA), 73% of students participate in internships and or research before graduation. UNH is one of the 187 universities to hold an R1 designation from Carnegie Classifications, doing so in 2019, which is a testament to the commitment from faculty, researchers, and students to make a difference through scholarship.
As a graduate student, you have the opportunity to work with faculty advisors on a wide variety of interdisciplinary projects, ranging from environmental microbiology to signal transduction. With access to the Centre of Integrated Biomedical and Bioengineering Research, funded by a five-year US$10 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, you’re working with state-of-the-art instrumentation to develop effective tools and treatments.
For Nicholas Zylinski – an MS in Molecular and Cellular Biotechnology (MCBT) student – one of the programme’s biggest strengths was being able to connect with like-minded professionals. Everyday learning comprises face-to-face interactions, building the necessary critical thinking and technical skills. “Communicating with brilliant and inspired professors and colleagues has helped me develop the tools to transition from academia into the real-world biotech and pharmaceutical industries,” says Zylinski.
The MCBT requires you to train in an industrial setting or an UNH laboratory. Thanks to UNH’s proximity to Boston and the life sciences corridors of Massachusetts, you’ll have a front-row seat to the region’s leading biotech and pharmaceutical firms.
UNH students have access to the latest instrumentation to develop their research. Source: University of New Hampshire
The department’s programmes are designed to prepare you to lead. With high-impact training and industry-facing projects, you’ll step into your next role with confidence, clarity, and competitive earning potential.
“I’ve been able to work on the projects that combine biology coding, which has really helped me build my confidence in my skills,” says Sharanya Chinthal, a bioinformatics student. “This programme is one of the biggest steps towards my career goals, either for working in research or continuing onto a PhD.”
The US Bureau of Labour Statistics states that the median annual wage for bioengineers and biomedical engineers in May 2024 was US$106,950, with job openings projected to increase above the national average between 2023 to 2033. In major hubs like Massachusetts, the life sciences industry is expecting a 32% job growth by 2033.
Whether you seek to work in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, want to enter a doctoral programme or medical school, or aim to improve healthcare treatment in a government laboratory – you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to forge a successful future. UNH graduates are always ready to advance their biomedical careers, with over 96% of UNH graduate school alumni employed or in graduate school within six months.
Want to become one of them? Check out the UNH’s Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences here.
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