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The University of Miami's Biomedical Engineering PhD program aims to cultivate students' abilities for autonomous research and groundbreaking advancements in the field. This curriculum equips graduates for professional paths in academic institutions, corporate R&D sectors, or governmental agencies like the FDA and US Patent Office.
Doctoral candidates pursue research within the Biomedical Engineering Department as well as across various medical school divisions and research facilities. These include renowned institutions such as Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, Diabetes Research Institute, and multiple specialized departments from Pathology to Surgery. Numerous PhD candidates collaborate directly with medical professionals to create and evaluate novel treatments, medical devices, and technological solutions for pressing healthcare challenges.