MRes + PhD Studentships in Cancer Biology (4 years)

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative opportunity awaits for aspiring researchers in the dynamic field of cancer biology at a prestigious institution. This fully-funded MRes + PhD programme is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of cancer research, blending theoretical knowledge with practical experience. Students will engage in research rotations, attend specialized lectures, and gain invaluable insights through patient-facing placements. With access to world-class facilities and a collaborative environment, candidates will be well-prepared to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in cancer detection and treatment. This is a unique chance to embark on a rewarding academic journey in a field that makes a real difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Broad understanding of cancer biology and clinical management.
• Skills in experimental science and project design.

Responsibilities

• Participate in research rotations and lectures in cancer biology.
• Develop a PhD proposal and engage in patient-facing placements.

Education

MRes in Cancer Biology

PhD in Cancer Biology

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MRes + PhD Studentships in Cancer Biology (4 years), Cambridge

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University of Cambridge

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Cambridge, United Kingdom

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29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

Cancer Research UK (CRUK) Cambridge Centre () has a fully-funded innovative MRes + PhD programme, designed to give postgraduate students a broad understanding of both the basic biology and the clinical management of the whole spectrum of cancer. This course also allows students to develop their own skills in experimental science as well as in project design and management.

The CRUK Cambridge Centre is a dynamic collaboration of academic researchers, clinicians, and the pharmaceutical and biotech industries based in the Cambridge area. By being part of the Centre, students will have the opportunity to attend a number of lecture series, workshops and meetings aimed at facilitating and strengthening collaborations between complimentary disciplines and across different departments and institutes.

This extensive research effort is supported by a state-of-the-art research environment that includes:

• World-class research facilities for basic and clinical research.
• Nationally and internationally recognised centres of excellence - Cambridge is a hub for Early Cancer Detection and Precision Cancer Medicine.
• Outstanding opportunities for translational research - the wealth of basic research across the Centre fuels major efforts to translate fundamental scientific discoveries to benefit patients with cancer.

The first year MRes degree comprises two research rotations, a weekly 'Lectures in Cancer Biology & Medicine' series, together with a week of intensive teaching in genomic medicine, and a one- to two-week placement in a patient-facing setting. This placement will enable insight into the rewards and challenges of cancer research and development of diagnostics and treatments. Project write-ups, oral presentations and development of a PhD proposal are also integral to the programme. Successful completion of the one-year MRes programme will lead on to a fully-funded three-year PhD, usually in one of the rotation project host laboratories, which will allow in-depth study of a particular area of cancer biology.

CRUK Cambridge Centre MRes + PhD studentships () are available for non-clinical applicants, to commence in October 2025.

Funding: The CRUK Cambridge Centre MRes + PhD studentships ( include full funding from Cancer Research UK to cover the University Composition Fee (at home-fee rate), a travel and consumables budget, and a stipend, which is currently £21,000 per annum. Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 4 years.

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The closing date for receipt of applications is 19 November 2024.

Short-listed applicants will be invited to interview week commencing 6 January 2025. You will be interviewed by a panel of Principal Investigators from the CRUK Cambridge Centre.

Informal enquiries can be sent to

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.