Biophysics graduate students pursue a wide range of career paths after completing the program.
Many students continue their training in postdoctoral positions at leading research institutions, including:
- Stanford University
- California Institute of Technology
- Harvard University
- University of Illinois
- Weizmann Institute of Science
- Northwestern University
- University of California, Davis
Some students gain experience in industry laboratories, including pharmaceutical companies such as Pfizer.
After postdoctoral training, many alumni have secured faculty positions at institutions such as:
- Yale University
- Cornell University
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- University of Michigan
- University of North Carolina
- Swarthmore College
- Brandeis University
Other alumni have pursued careers in industry, including positions at large pharmaceutical companies and biotechnology start-ups.
The career landscape for PhD scientists continues to change. Increasingly, graduate students are exploring careers outside of academia.
Rackham Graduate School supports graduate student professional development through workshops, networking events, and career preparation resources.
The Medical School’s Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies also offers career and professional development support for biomedical research PhD students. These resources are available to all Biophysics graduate students, including students admitted through PIBS and those admitted through other pathways.
