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PhD Program in Biological Sciences in Public Health, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

Applications are now open for the PhD Program in Biological Sciences in Public Health (BPH) at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The BPH program emphasizes interdisciplinary basic research spanning from molecular biology to human populations. BPH students develop individualized research projects focused on defining the molecular underpinnings of human health and disease by employing cutting-edge approaches in biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, genomics, metabolic biology, physiology, immunology, biophysics, computational and systems biology, and bioengineering. A central goal of the research in this program, whether basic or translational, is the improved understanding, prevention, and treatment of the most common and impactful global health threats.
 
The program encompasses laboratories and faculty mentors in the Departments of Environmental Health, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases, Molecular Metabolism, and Nutrition. Major areas of investigation include: 

While the program roots cut across the entire range of biological sciences, the research also employs core quantitative disciplines (e.g., biostatistics and epidemiology), as well as approaches that bridge biology, chemistry, engineering, and computation. Students attracted to this program generally share this interdisciplinary interest and a desire to confront the most pressing health issues of our time.

All students admitted into this training program are provided full tuition, health insurance and stipend support. Our graduates hold distinguished positions in academia, industry, government, and other arenas of life science research, consulting, communications and policy. The application deadline for the 2026-27 academic year is December 1, 2025. 
 
Please note: The BPH program does not require or consider the GRE as part of its application process. In addition, applicants who are non-native English speakers and who received their undergraduate degree from an academic institution where English is not the primary language of instruction now have the option to submit scores for the International English Language Testing System – Academic test (IELTS) as proof of English proficiency.
 
More information can be found on our website: http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/biological-sciences/ or through these upcoming recruitment events:

BPH Attendance at National Conferences:

For additional information about the BPH Ph.D. and Summer Intern Program, please contact us at bph [at] hsph [dot] harvard [dot] edu.


PhD Admissions Information Session, Department of Epidemiology

Category : Alumni News/Events

If you are planning to apply for the EmoryEPI PHD program, please join the department on Monday, September 29th at noon for a webinar with Doctoral Program’s Director of Graduate Studies, Dr. Ashley Naimi and a panel of current EPI doctoral students.

To register, fill out the Zoom form linked here.


Journal Club, Department of Epidemiology

Category : News/Events

The Epidemiology Journal Club invites students from all departments at RSPH to attend their journal discussion sessions!

Throughout the semester, EPI Journal Club will host bi-weekly meetings to cultivate a safe, interactive space for students to review epidemiologic literature and discuss key methodological and substantive concepts in public health. Meetings will be fun, informative, and intellectually engaging.

Meetings will be held on the following days:

  • September 11th, 2025
  • September 25th, 2025
  • October 9th, 2025
  • October 23rd, 2025
  • November 6th, 2025
  • November 20th, 2025
  • December 4th 2025.

All meetings are held in CNR 3001 from 12:00-1:00pm.

For more information, contact Annie Nicholas at annabel [dot] nicholas [at] emory [dot] edu.


“Ask Us Anything” Meeting, Department of Epidemiology

Category : News/Events

What: Join the EPI ADAPs, DGS, and Department Chair to check in, ask questions, and share feedback.

Who: EPI, GLEPI, EH-EPI MPH and MSPH students

When: Tuesday, September 30th from 12:00-1:00pm | CNR 3001

  • Please register using the calendar invite that was sent to your Emory student outlook address.

Public Health Chaos: What It Means for America, As-Yet-Unnamed Dinner Club

Category : News/Events

The As-Yet-Unnamed Dinner Club (UDC) exists to facilitate networking, dialogue, and collaboration between researchers, clinicians, policy makers, communicators, historians/journalists, and everyone else who is interested in Public Health and its history, heroes, foci, policies, controversies, challenges, communication, and/or evaluation.
Established in October 2025, the UDC is a wholly independent spin off of the Vaccine Dinner Club.

The first meeting, called Public Health Chaos: What It Means for America, will be held on October 1st, 2025, from 6:30-7:30pm. For more information and registration instructions, visit the UDC website linked here.


Registration Open, Atlanta Pride Parade

Category : News/Events

Register now: Atlanta Pride Parade!
When: Sunday, October 12th @ 10am, Jenkins Courtyard, Goizueta Business School

Have you ever wanted to walk in a Pride parade through the streets of downtown Atlanta? This is your opportunity! Join Emory University and Emory Healthcare community members as we participate in the Atlanta Pride Parade, the largest Pride celebration in the Southeast. Transportation is provided, but seats are limited! Register HERE.  All Emory students are welcome to attend!


Substance Use and Overdose Research Scientist, California Department of Public Health

Category : Alumni

The California Department of Public Health is hiring a Research Scientist III (RS III) within the Surveillance and Analytics Unit at the Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch. The RS III leads the development and implementation of novel substances and emerging contaminants surveillance. The RS III uses epidemiological research methods to evaluate data sources, collect data, develop research indicators and tools, conduct ongoing surveillance, conduct analyses, develop visualizations, and write up reports, data briefs, and manuscripts for dissemination to diverse audiences.

For more information and application instructions, please visit the posting linked here.


Staff positions, Imani Barnes for Georgia

Rep. Imani Barnes, Georgia State Representative, is hiring for the 2026 Legislative Session!

  • The team is offering one Chief of Staff position, three legislative aide positions, and one social media manager position. This is a way to learn the legislative ropes while improving the quality of life for Georgians. 

To apply, visit the form linked here. All applications are due September 2026.


Annual Student Photography Contest, Emory Global Health Institute

For over 14 years, the EGHI Global Health Student Photography Contest has showcased compelling and thought-provoking imagery from Emory students across all disciplines. This contest invites participants to share their unique perspectives on global health challenges, both at home and abroad, fostering cultural sensitivity and awareness through the lens of photography.

A distinguished panel of judges evaluates submissions based on four key criteria: connectivity, narrative impact, technical excellence, and cultural representation. The contest also features a People’s Choice Award, offering a platform for the Emory community to engage with these powerful images.

Supported by Atlanta-based philanthropist and photographer Bob Yellowlees, founder of Lumiere Gallery, winners will be awarded individual cash prizes of $500. Let your photography be a force for inspiration, education, and change.

For more information and submission instructions, please visit https://tinyurl.com/globalhealthphoto or contact Farah Dharamshi at fdharam [at] emory [dot] edu.

Submission Deadline: October 10th

 

Graduate Research Assistant, CIDMATH and Georgia Emerging Infections Program

The Emory Center for Infectious Disease Modeling and Analytics & Training Hub (CIDMATH) and Georgia Emerging Infections Program (EIP) at Emory’s Data Modernization team are looking for two graduate research assistants. These positions, as part of the collaboration between the Emory CIDMATH and EIP, will provide students with an opportunity to learn about infectious disease surveillance and electronic medical record systems, participate in process improvement projects, and develop skills in data modernization and visualization under the mentorship of CIDMATH and EIP leaders.

The ideal candidate is a first-year MPH/MSPH student in the Data Science certificate program who can dedicate 10-15 hours a week to the position and plans on staying on through summer 2026. This position may be used for the Applied Practice Experience (APE).

Key Responsibilities

  • Transition existing code from SAS to R, maintaining clear and detailed documentation
  • Develop a library of resources to execute EIP-specific tasks in R
  • Build Power BI dashboards to provide valuable insights into EIP case data
  • Perform data transformations in REDCap
  • Create impactful maps and other data visualizations
  • Increase automation of standard EIP tasks by writing reproducible and efficient code

Required Skills

  • SAS
  • R
  • Data visualization and data management

Additional Preferred Skills

  • Power BI
  • REDCap
  • GIS

If you are interested, please send a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the position, including prior experience, skills, and availability to continue through the summer to Marina Bruck at marina [dot] bruck [at] emory [dot] edu.