Combined Microbiology Residency and Ph.D.
The diagnostic microbiology residency and Ph.D. program prepares trainees for board certification with the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists through post-D.V.M. training in diagnostic microbiology and original research in infectious disease. For applicants who already have a D.V.M. and Ph.D., the program focuses on residency training along with research collaboration, rather than graduate studies.
Program Highlights
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Earn a Ph.D. in microbiology
Trainees are introduced to infectious disease research programs through interactions with faculty mentors and rotations through research laboratories. Participate in case discussions with veterinary students and undergraduate microbiology students.
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Customized program accommodates trainee interest in virology, bacteriology, immunology, or parasitology
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Access to modern equipment for diagnosis and treatment of infectious and other animal diseases
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Work, teach, and learn in state-of-the-art facilities, with access to modern diagnostic and treatment technology and equipment.
Training and Experience
Through close interaction and communication with faculty microbiologists, technicians, and clients, trainees gain experience in a wide variety of microbiological techniques, interpretation of results, and development of recommendations for follow-up investigations of special interest cases.
- Explore of all aspects of diagnostic microbiology, with a custom-tailored focus on special interest in virology, bacteriology, or immunology through rotations in each applied microbiology section
- Dedicate 36 weeks to diagnostic microbiology during year one, 18 weeks in year two, and nine weeks in years two and three
- Train and research alongside faculty in the Infectious Disease Research and Response Network, a CSU Program of Research and Scholarly Excellence that conducts internationally-recognized research that emphasizes contemporary investigations of infectious disease
- Work with a wide variety of tissues from domestic and non-domestic species for microbiological analyses, including bacteriology, mycology, virology, serology, and parasitology
Research Opportunities
There are many opportunities to work with our world-renowned faculty in the areas of:
- Arthropod-borne diseases
- Bacteriology
- Diagnostic microbiology
- Immunology
- Mycobacterial diseases
- Parasitic diseases
- Retroviral diseases
- Vector molecular biology
Training grants
Students may be eligible to earn grant funding and additional hands-on research experience by participating in a research training opportunity funded by the National Institutes of Health:
Career Opportunities
The diagnostic microbiology residency and Ph.D. program equips trainees with essential experience valued by a variety of employers, including:
- Academic institutions
- Biologic industry
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Regulatory agencies
- Veterinary diagnostic laboratories
Application Information and Deadlines
To apply, please submit a statement of purpose, indicate three recommenders, and submit unofficial transcripts for all post-secondary work via the residency application. Your recommenders will be prompted to send a reference letter after you submit the application. You may also share the reference form directly with your recommenders while you are preparing application materials. The application closes Oct. 15. Early submission is encouraged.
In the statement of purpose, applicants should make it clear if they plan to pursue a Ph.D. combined with residency training, or if they already hold both a D.V.M. and Ph.D. and will focus on a residency only.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. International applicants are encouraged to reach out to [email protected] to inquire about eligibility.
The following materials must be received in our application by the deadline of Oct. 15 for consideration:
- Statement of purpose, including description of desire for graduate training during residency, or description of previous graduate training culminating in a Ph.D.
- Resume/CV
- Three letters of recommendation sent through our reference submission
- Unofficial transcripts
- For international applicants pursuing a Ph.D., proof of financial support from your pre-identified faculty sponsor (international applicants who hold a D.V.M. and Ph.D. are not required to submit this)
If interested in and selected for a residency position with combined Ph.D. training, these additional items will be required for acceptance to the graduate program, and you will be notified of how to provide them via the online graduate application:
- Official transcripts: The CSU Graduate School requires official transcripts for all graduate applicants.
- Application fee: The CSU Graduate School requires an application fee for processing your graduate application. Learn how to apply for free.
- International applicants: English proficiency results, unless your country is exempt; electronic results can be sent using Institution Code 4075
GRE scores are not required and will not be considered if voluntarily submitted.
| Date | Action |
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| July 1 | Application Opens |
| October 15 | Application Deadline |
Contact Us
Have questions about the diagnostic microbiology residency program, minimum requirements, application process, or compensation and benefits? Fill out the contact form to get in touch with our program staff.
Compensation and Benefits
Residents receive a stipend and full tuition coverage. For more information about Colorado State University employee benefits, visit the Human Resources website.
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