Chemical Biology Training Program

How to Apply to be a CBTP Trainee

2026 Application Deadline: Friday, June 5, 2026

WHY APPLY

To the Chemical Biology Training Program?

  • Join a lively and engaged cohort of like-minded peers and faculty interested in interdisciplinary research in chemistry and biology
  • Participate in tailored career and professional development training through monthly meetings and biannual retreats
  • Receive access to funds for conference travel
  • Enjoy 1-2 years of support (e., your advisor will have to pay less of your stipend)

 

Before starting the application, PLEASE READ the following:

 

ELIGIBILITY:

1. Will have just completed your first or second year by June 1

2. Are in the Chemistry, BSB, Molecular Pharmacology, or Microbiology/Immunology graduate program

3. Have already taken (or plan to take) CHE541 (BSB520), CHE542, and CHE543

4. Are doing research at the chemistry-biology interface*

5. We welcome applications regardless of citizenship status. While our NIH funding can only be used to support US citizens and permanent residents, we have matching funds that can be used for partial support of students from any country.

*If your advisor is not already faculty in the CBTP program, please email CBTP@stonybrook.edu with your advisor's name and a brief description of your research before completing the application. 

CBTP Faculty

 


BE PREPARED TO UPLOAD a pdf with:

1. Research project title and abstract (1 paragraph) and description of current career goals (1 paragraph)

2. Unofficial SBU transcript including spring term grades

3. Table detailing mentor, institution, and total hours for any undergraduate research experience.**

4. Curriculum vitae including your education, any publications, and teaching and professional experience

** This is helpful information, but UG research experience is not a requirement.

 


AlSO REQUIRED:

  • In discussion with your advisor, decide on a potential co-advisor. No letter or commitment required at this time.

    • The co-advisor should be someone who can provide input on the more biological or more chemical side of your project, depending on the primary discipline of the advisor and project. This person will also serve on your thesis committee.

  • Request a letter of reference from your advisor to be sent directly to cbtp@stonybrook.edu before Friday, June 5, 2026.



IMPORTANT NOTE:

Please notify your advisor that if you are accepted to the program, they will be responsible for finding non-federal sources to cover the difference between the stipend allowed by the training grant (currently $29,364) and the stipend set by the student's graduate program.
The advisor will be asked for an appropriate account number upon a student’s acceptance.

 

 

APPLICATION:

The CBTP is committed to equity and access, including as part of our holistic assessment of applicants.
The application form includes a voluntary demographic survey.
Your application will not be adversely affected if you choose not to provide this information.

Due Date: Friday, June 5, 2026

CBTP Application Form

  (NOTE: application can only be accessed via a stonybrook.edu account)

Acceptances sent by: Monday, June 29, 2026

 

 

CONTACT WITH QUESTIONS:
Please email CBTP@stonybrook.edu