PhD Positions in Chemistry/Biochemistry

Th PhD students in the Hao lab work on exciting bioanalytical chemistry projects to develop mass spectrometry-based methods to study proteins, peptides, or small molecules in biological samples, and apply these methods to understand human diseases and discover candidate disease biomarkers. The students will learn how to prepare biological samples, operate advanced LC-MS instruments, and analyze omics dataset with sophisticated bioinformatic tools. The students in the Hao lab have exciting opportunities to publish papers, present at conferences, and broaden research experience in collaborative and translational research projects. The students in the Hao lab also receive mentorship in designing and executing research projects, scientific writing, presentation, and professional development to better prepare for their future career in either academia or industry.

Current opening positions for graduate students: fall 2023, spring 2023, and fall 2024 admissions.
To express interest in joining the Hao lab, please email Dr. Hao (linghao@gwu.edu) with your CV and transcripts.

Requirements for PhD program (full scholarship):
See detailed requirements and instructions here: Graduate Program in Chemistry at GW. The candidates need to have (or will receive) bachelors degree in chemistry or related field (GPA >3.0), and have taken analytical chemistry course. International students need to have TOEFL score >100, GRE is optional. Please follow the online instructions to apply on the GW website.

We also accept students in M.S. in Chemistry program (thesis track) if you have passion for research and consider to complete a PhD in the future. See instructions here: Graduate Program in Chemistry at GW.

Application deadlines:
Fall 2023 admission: Extended till July 2023.
Spring 2024 admission: 10/01/2023
Fall 2024 admission: 12/15/2023 (make sure to submit full application package before this date).

Location:
The research group is located in the Science and Engineering Hall on the GW campus, the largest academic building in Washington D.C., with walking distance to the National Mall, the White House, and the Kennedy Center. GW formally opened this $275 million, 500,000 sq. ft building in 2015 with many departments and core facilities located in this building in a rich and collaborative academic environment.

Lab website: https://blogs.gwu.edu/haolab/
PI: https://blogs.gwu.edu/haolab/people/linghao/
GW campus: https://virtualtour.gwu.edu/