St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences unparalleled science, resources and clinical experiences for the next generation of scientists Jude faculty. Jude.

Located in the heart of one of the world’s premier children’s research hospitals, the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences offers a unique PhD program for students seeking a collaborative, translational research culture. Designed to allow graduation in five years, the graduate school offers a focused training experience with scientific resources. Students ma

y select from more than 60 labs across 16 departments and work closely with internationally renowned St. Students also gain experience in the clinic to learn how treatment decisions are made. Both basic science and clinical graduate faculty teach the curriculum, which emphasizes translational research in cancer biology, infectious diseases and genetic disorders. The program provides excellent benefits and support, including access to more than 30 state-of-the-art shared resources and core facilities at St. Learn more, and apply now: www.stjude.org/graduate-school.

Applications are now open for the St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences! Whether you’re passionate about biome...
09/01/2026

Applications are now open for the St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences!

Whether you’re passionate about biomedical research, global health, data science or clinical investigation, our graduate programs offer opportunities to learn from experts, gain hands-on experience and contribute to discoveries that improve outcomes for children around the world.

Apply to the PhD in Biomedical Sciences, MS in Global Child Health and MS in Applied Biomedical Data Sciences programs by Dec. 1 at 11:59 p.m. CT. The MS in Clinical Investigations program is accepting applications through Jan. 15, 2027.

Visit our website to learn more and apply: https://gradschool.stjude.org/

We ❤️ Memphis!
09/01/2026

We ❤️ Memphis!

Convocation marks the beginning of our graduate students’ journey at the St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences...
08/07/2026

Convocation marks the beginning of our graduate students’ journey at the St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.

Today, we celebrated this year’s class of 44 students as they take the next step in their academic and professional journeys in science, medicine, global health and data science. This year’s class includes 17 students in the Biomedical Sciences PhD program, 11 in the Global Child Health MS program, 10 in the Clinical Investigations MS program and six in the Applied Biomedical Data Sciences MS program.

Welcome to the St. Jude Graduate School community!

This summer, third-year Biomedical Sciences PhD student Yuliana Diaz Tirado served as a mentor in the St. Jude High Scho...
07/31/2026

This summer, third-year Biomedical Sciences PhD student Yuliana Diaz Tirado served as a mentor in the St. Jude High School Research Immersion (HSRI) program, guiding two rising high school seniors as they gained hands-on research experience.

Along the way, she fostered an environment where questions were encouraged, mistakes became opportunities to learn and confidence could grow. The experience also allowed her to put into practice lessons she learned from mentors throughout her own scientific journey.

"The support from staff and mentors here at St. Jude has been very impactful. They have shown me the type of mentor I want to be: open-minded, respectful and always supportive of students," Tirado said.

For Tirado, mentoring HSRI students was a chance to pass on the support she has received herself. As she watched her students become more independent over the summer, she saw firsthand the impact mentorship can have on a young scientist's journey.

The impact of the Global Child Health (GCH) master's program doesn't end at graduation. Through the Global Scholars Prog...
07/29/2026

The impact of the Global Child Health (GCH) master's program doesn't end at graduation.

Through the Global Scholars Program in the St. Jude Department of Global Pediatric Medicine, GCH alumni turn knowledge into action through funded projects that drive system-level change, strengthen health systems, improve outcomes for children and advance health equity worldwide.

Hear from our alumni, Pascale Yola Heurtelou, MD, MSc, Rawad Rihani, MD, MSc, and Jocelyn Rivera, MD, MSc, during the Innovations in Global Child Health webinar, “Changing the Culture in a Healthcare Setting,” on Aug. 5.

Register to learn how they’re creating meaningful change in pediatric care globally: bit.ly/4fFeJMO

Data science is transforming biomedical research as the demand for skilled professionals continues to grow. The Applied...
07/17/2026

Data science is transforming biomedical research as the demand for skilled professionals continues to grow.

The Applied Biomedical Data Science (ABDS) master’s program combines rigorous coursework with hands-on practicum experience, giving students the opportunity to work alongside St. Jude faculty and research teams on real scientific challenges.

“The goal is for students to produce meaningful, high-quality work that can be showcased to employers when applying for jobs and that can also support faculty in publishing or securing grants,” said Stan Pounds, PhD, associate dean of the ABDS program.

By graduation, students will have gained the technical and practical skills needed to make an immediate impact in the field.

Early-career scientists are invited to share their work and expand their networks at the National Symposium for Predocto...
06/26/2026

Early-career scientists are invited to share their work and expand their networks at the National Symposium for Predoctoral Research, hosted by the St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences in Memphis, TN.

This all-expenses-paid program offers participants the opportunity to present their research, attend seminars and keynote sessions, while connecting with world-renowned researchers.

The symposium is designed to support professional growth and showcase resources and opportunities available at St. Jude. Applications are now open for eligible U.S. citizens and permanent residents who plan to attend graduate school in the next 1-2 years.

Apply today: https://ow.ly/Bx8f50ZhxCL

06/22/2026

During the 2026 Summer Intersession, Global Child Health MS students and Global Scholars came together for a two-week immersive experience of workshops, seminars and collaboration focused on real-world challenges.

From building connections across cohorts to developing thesis projects, students worked together to strengthen approaches to improve care for children globally.

Cohort 6 also presented their research during “Research in 3” and celebrated a major milestone, receiving their diplomas as they transition to the Global Scholars Program.

Hear from students as they reflect on their experience.

06/15/2026

Hear from Dean Steven Varga, PhD, as he shares how the St. Jude Graduate School is building graduate degree programs grounded in excellence, innovation and purpose while reaching an important milestone in accreditation.

Today’s news marks a meaningful step forward for the St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. The Graduate Schoo...
06/11/2026

Today’s news marks a meaningful step forward for the St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.

The Graduate School has earned institutional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), recognizing the quality of its higher education programs and continued growth.

It’s also a recognition of what has always defined the graduate education experience at St. Jude: high expectations, rigorous training and impactful work. From day one, our students focus on tackling complex challenges in science, medicine and global health, with opportunities to see how their research can translate into real-world influence.

“Accreditation is an important reflection of the quality of education we provide our students,” said Steven Varga, PhD, St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences dean. “As a relatively young institution, achieving this speaks to the growth, progress and firm commitment to continuous improvement we have made over the past 11 years.”

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