1. Iowa State University
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  4. Doctor of Philosophy in Human Toxicology

Doctor of Philosophy in Human Toxicology

2 Years On Campus Phd Program

Iowa State University

Program Overview

Toxicology is the study of how biological, chemical, physical, and radiological agents affect living organisms and the ecosystem, and how to prevent or lessen the adverse effects of those agents. The Human Toxicology Program prepares toxicologists to identify and assess environmental exposures, identify mechanisms by which toxicants affect homeostasis or induce disease, identify interventions to prevent adverse effects, and estimate acceptable levels of exposure to protect public health.The program is interdisciplinary, involving the Graduate College, the Carver College of Medicine, and the Colleges of Engineering, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Pharmacy, and Public Health.

Program Key Stats

$31700 (Annual cost)
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Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Baccalaureate degree (or higher) earned from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, Official transcript, TOEFL IBT-79, IELTS-6.5

Career Options

  • Community Pharmacist
  • Hospital Pharmacist
  • Research Scientist
  • (medical)
  • Clinical Research Associate
  • Higher Education Lecturer
  • Medical Sales Representative
  • Pharmacologist
  • Product/process Development Scientist
  • Regulatory Affairs Officer
  • Research Scientist (life sciences)
  • Science Writer
  • Toxicologist

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