byDinesh
Updated on - 1 Jul, 2024
Medical Biochemistry is a postgraduate course that is offered at the doctoral level of study and is designed to educate students on the specialty of biochemistry, which is inclined to medicine and health. This is a post-3 or 4 years degree that offers more advanced theoretical and research knowledge in matters such as molecular biology, genetics, immunology, physiology amongst others but in the context of medicine. Students get to learn biochemical processes concerning the human body and diseases, infections, treatments, etc this will help them if they want to further their studies and make a career in the research and academic field in areas such as medical laboratories, pharma industries, biotechnology industries among others.
The entrance examinations accepted in order to be admitted to Ph.D. Medical Biochemistry in the various universities in India are as follows; NET Life Sciences, G.A.T.E (Biotechnology/Life sciences),Joint CSIR-UGC NET,ICMR JRF, IIT JAM (Biotechnology/Life sciences), state level eligibility tests SLET, university written test after an interview. Master in Biochemistry or related science is also necessary and the candidate must achieve good grades in his or her academics. The applicants’ area of specialization, the research proposal, and performance in tests and interviews are taken into account in making the final decision.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Doctor of Philosophy (Medical Biochemistry) |
| Duration | 3-5 years (full-time), Can be longer for part-time |
| Course Level | Doctoral Level |
| Eligibility | Master's degree in Biochemistry, Medical Biotechnology, or a related field with a strong foundation in biochemistry, cell biology, and human physiology, and minimum marks (usually 55%) |
| Top Colleges (India) | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) New Delhi, National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) Mumbai, Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) Puducherry, Banaras Hindu University (BHU) Varanasi |
1. The candidate should have completed a master’s degree in biochemistry, life sciences, or any other stream having at least 55% marks from any recognized university.
2. Clear entrance exams such as CSIR-NET, GATE or those that are specific to various institutes and universities.
3. Certain institutes may demand having work experience in those sectors after post-graduation and publishing in academic journals.
4. Excellent communication, both oral and written skills to communicate with various professionals during the program.
5. Excellent analytical skills, logical mindset, and research potential to conduct research as an independent scholar.
6. Interest in the course and willingness to devote time 3-5 years in the program inclusive of lab, research, course and thesis.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Core Biochemistry | Advanced Protein Structure & Function, Enzyme Kinetics & Regulation, Carbohydrate & Lipid Metabolism, Nucleic Acid Biochemistry |
| Molecular Biology & Genetics | Gene Regulation & Expression, DNA Replication & Repair, Signal Transduction Pathways, Medical Genetics & Genomics |
| Metabolism & Physiological Biochemistry | Integration of Metabolic Pathways, Biochemistry of Hormones & Vitamins, Nutritional Biochemistry, Biochemical Basis of Disease |
| Research Methods | Research Design & Methodology in Medical Biochemistry, Advanced Biochemical Techniques (e.g., Chromatography, Spectroscopy, Mass Spectrometry), Bioinformatics & Computational Tools, Scientific Writing & Communication |
| Specialization | Job Titles | Average Salary (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Biochemistry | Clinical Biochemist, Diagnostic Laboratory Scientist, Research Scientist (Clinical Biochemistry) | 8-14 Lakhs |
| Immunochemistry | Immunochemist, Immunology Researcher, Immunodiagnostics Specialist | 10-16 Lakhs |
| Cancer Biochemistry | Cancer Research Scientist, Tumor Biologist, Pharmaceutical Scientist (Cancer Therapeutics) | 12-18 Lakhs |
| Nutritional Biochemistry | Nutritional Scientist, Public Health Nutritionist, Research Scientist (Nutritional Biochemistry) | 10-15 Lakhs |
| Medical Research | Medical Scientist, Research Fellow (Medical Biochemistry), Postdoctoral Researcher | 8-14 Lakhs (Initial) |