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Genetics Professors and Supervisors in United States
Professors in genetics in united states
2,953 professors found
University of Minnesota
United States
Research Interests
Animal Science
Veterinary Pathology
Genetic
Canine Genetics
Equine Science
Assistant Professor
Baylor College of Medicine
United States
Research Interests
Biostatistics
Biological Anthropology
Genetic
Genomic
Genome-wide Association
North Carolina State University
United States
Research Interests
Entomology
Biostatistics
Drosophila Melanogaster
Genetic
Quantitative Genetics
Assistant Professor
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
United States
Research Interests
Genetics
Cell Biology
Plant Biology
Photosynthesis
Molecular Biology
Professor
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
United States
Research Interests
Genetics
Biostatistics
Genome-wide Association
Genetic
Genetic Epidemiology
Assistant Professor
Santa Clara University
United States
Research Interests
Genetics
Biostatistics
Point-of-care Testing
Phenotypic Screening
Genetic
Assistant Professor
University of Wisconsin-Madison
United States
Research Interests
Biostatistics
Epidemiology
Genome-wide Association
Quantitative Genetics
Medical Science
Assistant Professor
University of Kansas
United States
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Developmental Neuroscience
Medical Science
Genetic
Hereditary Diseases
Texas A&M University
United States
Research Interests
Biostatistics
Cell Biology
Canine Genetics
Genetic
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Popular positions
Mohammad A. Halim
Kennesaw State University
United States
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2 months ago
Kennesaw State University is advertising fully funded master's opportunities in Chemistry and Biochemistry and Master of Science in Integrative Biology . The post says applications are open for Spring Semester 2027 admission , with a deadline of October 15 . The program areas highlighted include Analytical Chemistry , Biochemistry , Physical Chemistry , Organic Chemistry , Inorganic Chemistry , and Biology . Funding appears strong: admitted students may receive a teaching or research assistantsh...
Biochemistry
Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
+4 more
2 months ago
Texas A&M University
United States
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2 months ago
Applications are open for the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program in Genetics & Genomics at Texas A&M University. This opportunity is aimed at students interested in genetics, genomics, and the broader life sciences. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary training, with lab rotations across 100+ faculty members and career development opportunities. Funding is strong: the post advertises a $36K+ stipend, plus tuition, fees, and health insurance coverage. Domestic students also have free application...
Biology
Medical Science
Genetic
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2 months ago
University of Georgia
United States
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4 months ago
PhD opening at the University of Georgia in AI-Integrated Agricultural Robotics through the Precision Crop Protection Lab . The position focuses on AI-integrated robotics for crop biotic stress management , making it a strong fit for applicants interested in agricultural engineering, robotics, precision agriculture, biosystems engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, and related areas. Eligibility: Applicants should hold a BS or MS in Agricultural/Biosystems...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Agriculture
+6 more
4 months ago
Living costs in United States
Estimated costs in United States.
MonthlyYearly | United States |
|---|---|
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | $3.0k $3,000/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | $1.5k $1,500/yr |
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | $800 $800/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | $12.0k $12,000/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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Assistant Professor
University of California, San Diego
United States
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Tissue Engineering
Retinal Biology
Optogenetics
Stem Cell Biology
Professor
Vanderbilt University
United States
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Homologous Recombination
Chromosomal Biology
Dna Repair
Assistant Professor
University of Nevada
United States
Research Interests
Polymer Physics
Fluid Mechanics
Tissue Mechanics
Rheology
Regenerative Medicine
Opportunities these professors hire for
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Just Landed
United States
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New Today
Just Landed
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is offering an NRSA postdoctoral research fellowship in the Genetic Epidemiology of Heart, Lung, and Blood Traits Program within the Department of Epidemiology at the Gillings School of Global Public Health. The fellowship focuses on genetic epidemiology of heart, lung, and blood traits, combining substantive and methodological training to investigate health and disease patterns and related phenotypes. The postdoctoral fellow will develop expertise...
Epidemiology
Biostatistics
Biology
+7 more
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Howard University
Just Landed
United States
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New Today
Just Landed
This postdoctoral research associate position at Howard University focuses on federally funded research in cell-cell communication during tissue patterning using the fruit fly Drosophila as a model system. The successful candidate will join a research environment centered on the study of Notch signaling and its role in cell morphology . The appointee will work on ongoing projects, help advance an existing research direction, and also contribute to developing new lines of investigation under ment...
Molecular Biology
Biology
Drosophila Research
+1 more
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U.S. Department of Energy
Just Landed
United States
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New Today
Just Landed
This internship/fellowship is based at the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command - Walter Reed Army Institute of Research in the Center for Military Psychiatry and Neuroscience , within the Integrated Systems Biology Branch . The project is centered on integrative biology approaches to military-relevant health, with a focus on understanding the etiology of health problems and developing solutions that support performance, resilience, and readiness. Participants will work under a men...
Computer Science
Psychology
Biology
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