Ph.D. (Biochemistry)

Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry

Ph.D. Biochemistry or Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry is a Doctorate Biochemistry course. It is subjective in nature and undertakes the research work in depth. On the completion of doctorate degree scholars should submit their ‘thesis’ and then they deserve the respective degree. Biochemistry, sometimes called biological chemistry, is the study of chemical processes in living organisms, including, but not limited to, living matter.

The duration of the Doctorate Biochemistry program is a minimum of two years from the date of registration (3 years for external candidates) and a maximum of 5-6 years. The minimum qualifications and other eligibility criteria for admission are the same as for regular full-time students. Ph.D. is a broad-based course involving a minimum course credit requirement and a research thesis. The syllabus for the Doctorate Biochemistry course is divided into two semesters.

Ph.D. in Biochemistry Eligibility

• A Master’s degree is required to gain admission to a doctoral program. In some subjects, doing a Master's in Philosophy is a prerequisite to starting Ph.D.
• In some cases, where a candidate has done M.Phil. from one university and moves to another university for Ph.D., the new university may give credit and be exempt from the coursework done in the previous university. However, such a candidate will have to appear in the entrance test as applicable to a fresh candidate directly joining Ph.D. This procedure will apply in the case of those candidates who have also obtained Ph.D. degrees from abroad.
• For some prestigious Universities, a candidate is required to qualify for the all-India level examination such as the ‘National Eligibility Test’ (NET) for Lectureship conducted by University Grants Commission. Candidates appearing in the final year of qualifying degree examination are eligible to apply. However, they must submit attested copies of qualifying degree certificates/final transcripts.
• Admission is offered based on an interview held usually a month before the commencement of the semester for which admission is sought. The interview may be supplemented by a written test, if necessary.

Ph.D. Biochemistry Syllabus

Syllabus of Biochemistry as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Ph.D. Biochemistry Colleges

• University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad
• Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra
• Mangalore University, Mangalore
• Vidyasagar University, Midnapore

Ph.D. Biochemistry Course Suitability

• They should have practical skills, numeracy skills, communication, presentation, and IT skills.
• If one needs a Ph.D. for promotion in an academic career, a hike in salary, or a stable job in academics then they can join this course.
• Applicants must have critical and analytical skills; independent thinking and problem-solving.
• Other essential skills for the course are interpersonal and teamwork skills; self-management and professional development skills.

How is the Ph.D Biochemistry Course Beneficial?

• They can also take up science field that includes a range of research, technical and related careers within private and public organizations.
• The Doctorate degree enables one to keep pace with the expanding frontiers of knowledge and provides research training relevant to the present social and economic objectives of the country.
• They can also go for teaching jobs in colleges after fulfilling the respective institute’s criteria and the UGC’s.
• It learns to write a good research report and acquires the skill of presenting data in graphical form.

Ph.D. Biochemistry Employment Areas

• Clinical Research Labs
• Educational Institutes
• Environmental Agencies
• Forensic Science Labs
• Government / Private Hospitals
• Healthcare Sector

Ph.D. Biochemistry Job Types

• Assistant Professor
• Analytical Biochemistry Associate
• Associate Investigator / Associate Investigator
• Area Sales Manager / Sales Executive / Sales Officer
• Lecturer
• Lab Leader / Lab Manager / Project Team Leader
• Junior Resident
• Medical Microbiologist
• Protein Biochemistry Research Associate
• Research Associate / R&D Scientist
• Tutor or Teacher