Students in our Cell and Molecular Biology doctoral program complete their degree in less time than the national average and are employed in a variety of successful careers within the scientific field, including clinical, industrial and academic research. Our graduate journeys include those who've become postdoctoral fellows, scientists at well-known research and pharmaceutical companies, professors in higher education, and scientific writers for respected science publications.  

• TBES doctoral graduates complete their degree in 5.49 years vs. the national average of 5.7 years (according to the 2023 Survey of Earned Doctorates)
• 91% of our alumni secure a science career placement within a year of graduation

Alexis Dispensa, PhD

PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology, 2026

2026 Outstanding Academic Achievement

Nicholas Marano, PhD

PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology, 2026
Medical Writer, AdMed, Inc.

2026 Outstanding Achievement in Doctoral Research

Sara Hanley, PhD

PhD in Molecular Cell Biology and Neuroscience, 2023
Scientific Advisor for an IP law firm: Riverside Law, LLP

2023 Outstanding Achievement in Doctoral Research

Brandon Trainor, PhD

PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology, 2021
Senior Research Specialist: Quality Control Analytical Science and Technology (QCAST) at Adaptimmune

2022 Outstanding Achievement in Doctoral Research

Shawna Rotoli, PhD

PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology, 2019
Assistant Professor, Rowan-Virtua SOM Molecular Biology

2020 Outstanding Achievement in Doctoral Research