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Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute (CRUK CI) offers a number of fully-funded postgraduate studentships for PhD study. The studentships are available to fund specific projects offered by supervisors aiming to recruit PhD students.

Applicants hoping to apply for one of our funded studentships should read through the following notes:

• We will be advertising a number of funded PhD projects from 1st October 2023 on our website .
• Funded PhD project information will only be available between 1st October 2023 and 13th November 2023 (the CRUK CI studentship application window).
• To apply for one of our projects, you will need to complete a standard application for the PhD in Medical Science (CRUK CI) . There is a button on the course page (‘Apply Now’) that takes you to the application form.
• On the application form, you should indicate your choice of project and supervisor in the Statement of Interest and Supervisor sections, respectively.
• All applicants applying for the PhD in Medical Science (CRUK CI) are eligible to apply for our funded projects, provided they apply within the CRUK CI studentship application window 1st October 2023 to 13th November 2023.
• All applicants for CRUK CI studentships should tick ‘Yes – I wish to apply for funding’ in the Funding section of their application.

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• Applicants wishing to apply to us for PhD study outside the CRUK CI studentship application window will also need to apply for alternative funding and cannot be considered for CRUK CI studentships.
• From time to time, we will offer a longer application window for advertised CRUK CI studentships. Please check each individual advertisement carefully for closing date details, in addition to checking the information provided in the Postgraduate Funding Search.

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In addition to the award value, your studentship will cover research consumables, training and conference travel.

To support an extension to study approved by the University.

Appropriate research experience.

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We're committed to supporting the next generation of cancer researchers, and our community includes around 550 PhD students and 750 postdoctoral researchers. Our researchers benefit from support including networking groups and events, training, travel grants, and opportunities to begin developing their independent research careers.

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Recruitment for PhD studentships and postdoc positions is usually managed independently by the institutes, centres and investigators that we fund around the UK. If you are interested in studying or working with us, we advise you to:

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We want our research funding to be accessible for everyone. So we’ve developed guidance covering the support we offer grant applicants and grant holders who are disabled or have a long-term health condition.

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Cambridge centre for data-driven discovery, warning message, phd studentship: artificial intelligence based early detection of signet ring cell carcinoma in hereditary diffuse gastric cancer patients.

Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute

This is a unique opportunity for PhD study in the world-leading Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute (CRUK CI), to start a research career in an environment committed to training outstanding cancer research scientists of the future. The Institute has excellent state-of-the-art facilities and research ranges from basic biology and computational biology through to translational cancer research and clinical application.

Postgraduate students play a pivotal role in the continuing success of our research programmes. If you are interested in contributing to our success, please find further information at: https://www.cruk.cam.ac.uk/jobs-and-studentships/postgraduate-study

Professor Florian Markowetz wishes to recruit a student to work on the project entitled: Artificial intelligence based early detection of signet ring cell carcinoma in hereditary diffuse gastric cancer patients

This project will be co-supervised by Dr. Massimiliano di Pietro, a consultant gastroenterologist at Addenbrookes' hospital.

https://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/45505/

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We offer both PhD and MPhil Postgraduate degree courses.

Our applicants are highly motivated and talented students who are recent Postgraduates or final year undergraduates who hold or expect to gain a minimum of a good 2:1 class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject from a world leading university.

Our research ranges from basic cancer biology and computational biology through to translational research and clinical application. We have world leading researchers and excellent state-of-the-art facilities.

Postgraduate students play pivotal roles in the continuing success of our research programmes and studying with the department provides an excellent opportunity to start a research career in an environment committed to training outstanding cancer research scientists of the future.

Please read the following information if you are considering applying to the department:

PhD in Oncology

• MPhil in Medical Science (Oncology)
• MRes & PhD (1+3) programme in Cancer Biology
• Information about applying for a postgraduate course at the University of Cambridge

Specific information about studying in the department can be found below.

We welcome applications from highly motivated and talented students who are recent graduates or final year undergraduates who hold or expect to gain a minimum of a good 2:1 class honours degree or equivalent from a world leading university. For more details about the PhD programme see the Postgraduate admissions website .

Apply: Please see the  Postgraduate admissions website  for full details about how to apply for the PhD in Oncology - this includes an overview of the course, how to make an application, funding competitions, and entry requirements (academic, English language and financial).

Note: Prospective applicants must find a Postgraduate Student Supervisor before submitting an application. To do this contact those Postgraduate Student Supervisor(s) you are interested in studying with to ask if:

• they are looking to take on a student in the year you wish to start,
• they able to offer you a place, and
• their research interests match yours.

Funding: The Department of Oncology does not provide funding for PhD students. Prospective applicants should therefore explore funding options before applying. Details of funding options can be found at:

• Postgraduate School of Life Sciences
• University Postgraduate Admissions website

We also welcome applications from students who have won competitive fellowships. Selection in these cases will depend on space available within the department and a student's academic record.

The department also hosts Clinical Research Training Fellows and students on the MB/PhD programme.

For general enquiries about the doctoral courses we offer, please contact our Postgraduate team at  [email protected] .

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  MPhil in Medical Science (Oncology)

We welcome applications from highly motivated and talented students who are recent Postgraduates or final year undergraduates who hold or expect to gain a minimum of a good 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject from a world leading university. For more details about the MPhil programme see the  Postgraduate admissions website .

Apply: Please see the  Postgraduate admissions website  ffor full details about how to apply for the PhD in Oncology - this includes an overview of the course, how to make an application, funding competitions, and entry requirements (academic, English language and financial).

Funding: The Department of Oncology does not provide funding for MPhil students. Prospective applicants should therefore explore funding options before applying. Details of funding options can be found at:

For general enquiries about our MPhil in Medical Sciences (Oncology) course, please contact our Postgraduate team at  [email protected] . 

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  MRes & PhD (1+3) programme in Cancer Biology

Cancer Research UK Cambridge Centre welcomes applications from highly motivated and talented students who are recent Postgraduates or final year undergraduates who hold or expect to gain a minimum of a good 2:1 class honours degree or equivalent from a world leading university.

All MRes & PhD (1+3) students are registered as students with the Department of Oncology for their 1 year MRes. Successful completion of the MRes course, including assessment of rotation project write-ups and defense of a PhD proposal, will lead directly on to a 3 year PhD course, usually in one of the rotation project host laboratories. On starting their the PhD course, students will transfer registration to their Principal Supervisor's department.

Up to five studentships are offered each year, with funding available for at least one overseas applicant. For each academic year, applications  open in October of and close at the end of November, with interviews held in January.

For more details about the PhD programme see the  Postgraduate admissions website and the Cancer Research UK Cambridge Centre website .

Apply: Please see the  Postgraduate admissions website  for full details about how to apply for the MRes & PhD (1+3) programme; this includes an overview of the course and information about how to make an application, fees, and other entry requirements.

For general enquiries about the CRUK Cambridge Centre MRes + PhD studentships and the application process, please contact   [email protected]

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Our eight-week Undergraduate Summer Research Programme aims to inspire bright and ambitious undergraduates to start their careers in cancer research.

The programme provides immersive hands-on research experience, with students able to work on their own research project in one of our world-leading research groups.

Applications for the 2024 Undergraduate Summer Research Programme have now closed , with the exceptio n of positions via the Black in Cancer partnership. For more information about these places, please see below.

This opportunity is offered to students who are interested in pursuing PhD study after completing their current degree.

Each student will be embedded in one of our multidisciplinary research groups to work on their own project, with access to our state-of-the-art Core Facilities.

We offer a variety of projects each year, which can range from basic experimental and computational cancer biology through translational cancer research to clinical application.

Students work under the supervision of a postdoctoral or PhD researcher and participate in lab meetings. You will have the opportunity to network with Group Leaders at weekly lunchtime seminars and at the end of your study period, you will have the opportunity to write a brief scientific report on your research project and present your findings at the Summer School Symposium. 

Accommodation and funding

This year’s Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute (CRUK CI) Undergraduate Summer Research Programme will be held from 8 July to 31 August 2024.

We expect Undergraduate Summer Research Programme students to attend all eight weeks of the programme, so please check that you are available for the duration of the programme.

All CRUK CI Summer Students will receive a stipend of £175 per week to cover living expenses, with accommodation provided at Corpus Christi College . You will also be able to claim up to £250 for your travel to and from Cambridge.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• You must be a registered student at a recognised Higher Education institute, studying on a degree course. –
• You should be engaged in a continuous period of study at the time of the Summer School (July-August 2024); for example, in year two of a three-year undergraduate course, year three of a four-year undergraduate course, or year three of an integrated Master’s course (excluding pre-Master’s), or the equivalent for international students.  

Note:  This course is particularly suitable for students who are interested in progressing to a PhD in a related subject. We welcome applications from students intending to apply for PhD study commencing in the academic year 2025-26.

Projects available

1. Hannon Group – Characterising mitochondrial piRNA biogenesis factors in  Drosophila melanogaster

2. Hannon Group – Learning how to learn: exploring sequence-based deep learning models for genomics

3.  Brenton Group – Functional characterisation of drug mechanism of action for therapeutic repurposing in high-grade serous ovarian cancer

4. Brenton Group – Long read native molecule sequencing to identify defects in homologous recombination repair pathway genes in ovarian cancer

5. Narita Group – Exploring nuclear lamina dynamics in senescence and associated phenotypes

6. Uganda Cancer Institute Project: Rosenfeld Group – Using dried blood spots to detect circulating tumour DNA in resource-limited settings

7. Uganda Cancer Institute Project: Narita Group – Pathways to analysis – learning to mine immune cell RNAseq data (We are looking for a budding immunologist with a desire to learn bioinformatics for this project)

8. Black in Cancer Project: Halim Group – Visualising tissue-resident innate immunity in cancer

Students applying through the Uganda Cancer Institute or Black in Cancer partnerships should see the information below.

To apply you will need to upload PDF versions of the following:

• Your CV (maximum two sides of A4)
• A covering letter (<400 words).  This should include why you have applied to participate in the summer programme, what you hope to gain from the programme, why you should be selected to attend and also outline your career aims.
• A list of courses – Courses   you have completed, or are currently studying, at university and if possible, the marks/grades you obtained.
• Your university transcript – official notification of marks obtained.
• A confirmation of student status letter from your university giving the start and end dates of your course.

Applications for the 2024 programme closed on 30 April. For positions via our Black in Cancer partnership, please see below.

Partnerships

In partnership with Cambridge Africa , we’ve teamed up with the Uganda Cancer Institute to support them in their mission to provide state-of-the-art cancer care and prevention. Each year, two places on our Undergraduate Summer Research Programme are reserved for students from the UCI and the eastern Africa region. Along with free accommodation and stipend, all Ugandan students will be provided with transport to and from Cambridge. This collaboration should lead to shared learnings for both parties and high-quality training for the African cancer research community. Applications from current Masters’ students are welcome via this route.

Applications for the Uganda Cancer Institute partnership closed on 25 April 2024 17.00 (EAT).

We have partnered with Black in Cancer to offer two summer research places to UK undergraduate students on the Black in Cancer mentorship scheme. Mentees are matched with a mentor from academia or industry currently contributing to the fight against cancer, for career mentoring. Mentees in the scheme will receive training outside of the mentorship including coaching events and presentation training. 

Applications for our Black in Cancer partnership will open soon. Please check back for the application link.

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Applications for admission in  October 2024 are now closed.

The information below will be updated in October 2024 when applications will open for entry in October 2025.

MRes +PhD studentships 2024

Seven (5 +2 Black leaders studentships) CRUK Cambridge Centre MRes + PhD studentships are available for non-clinical applicants, to commence in October 2024. 

Course information is available here:  https://crukcambridgecentre.org.uk/content/mres-phd-programme-cancer-biology Students will apply for one of the 7 studentships and, if successful, will start in October 2024. Two students of the seven are recruited through the Black Leaders In Cancer PhD Scholarship programme .  

A Sample of Projects offered for 2024:

T cell synergy in anti-tumour responses  Supervisor: Dr  Arianne Richard

• Engineering AI to map broken and repaired DNA during genome replication  Supervisor: Dr  Michael Boemo
• Elucidating the role of Micropeptides in B cell lymphoma  Supervisor: Dr Dan Hodson
• Machine learning and integrative 'omics for multi-cancer risk prediction  Supervisor: Dr  Siddhartha Kar

LINK   TO ALL PROJECTS 2024

One of the main principles of the Centre is the open exchange of scientific knowledge and skills across the many disciplines involved in cancer science, creating a culture of continuous learning and development for all members. By being part of the Centre, students will also 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.

The CRUK Cambridge Centre MRes + PhD studentships include full funding from Cancer Research UK to cover the University Composition Fee (at Home (UK) rate), a travel and consumables budget, and a generous stipend, which is currently £21,000 per annum. In addition, the CRUK Cambridge Centre and the Cambridge Commonwealth, European and International Trust provides joint funding for up to  two  Overseas, non-clinical students each academic year.

How to apply

Applications must be made via the University of Cambridge Postgraduate Admissions website . 

In addition to the application form, applicants must upload a personal statement , outlining why they are interested in the CRUK CC MRes+PhD studentships. The statement should be max 1000 words and include 1) What motivates you to choose this course 2) Two research projects (see link on this page) you find interesting and why 3) Something about you and your life experience beyond your academic studies (The statement should be uploaded as a PDF to the online Applicant Portal in the Course Specific Questions section of the course application).

If your fee status is classified as overseas, you  must   also apply for the University funding competition to obtain funding for the higher fee rate.

We invite applications from UK and Overseas students for these non-clinical studentships. Please ensure you meet the  University of Cambridge entrance requirements .  

If you are a clinical student you will need to apply for a Clinical Research Training Fellowship via the University of Cambridge Job Opportunities website . More information here:  https://crukcambridgecentre.org.uk/education-and-training/ccc-clinical-research-fellowships  

Interview and selection process

Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application via email by  late December 2023. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a day of interviews in early  January 2024 . These interviews are likely to be online. However, if the interviews are held in person, reasonable travel costs and one night's stay in a hotel will be reimbursed with prior authorisation.

You will be interviewed by the Training Programme Directors and a panel of Principal Investigators from the CRUK Cambridge Centre.  Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their interview at the beginning of February 2024  and successful applicants will receive a formal offer letter by  mid-February 2024 . 

The DEADLINE for applications for entry in 2024 is 15 th November 2023 . 

If you have general enquiries about the CRUK Cambridge Centre non-clinical MRes + PhD studentships or the application process, please contact the CRUK Cambridge Centre Postgraduate Training Programme office on   [email protected]

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Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Graduate Programme

The CRUK Manchester Institute is a leading cancer research institute within the University of Manchester, and is supported by major core funding from Cancer Research UK, the largest independent cancer research organisation in the world.  The CRUK MI is at the heart of the Manchester Cancer Research Centre , a partnership that brings together the expertise, vision and resources of its founding partners: The University of Manchester, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust and Cancer Research UK, all of whom have formidable individual reputations in the fields of cancer treatment and research.  Cancer Research in Manchester is world leading. Cancer is one of The University of Manchester’s research beacons, showcasing pioneering discoveries, interdisciplinary collaboration and cross-sector partnerships that are tackling some of the biggest questions facing the planet.

In April 2017, The Paterson Building, which housed most of the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute, suffered a major fire resulting in significant damage. During the period of rebuilding our world-class research facilities, our studentships were either based at the Manchester Cancer Research Centre (Oglesby Cancer Research Building), South Manchester, which has excellent facilities to carry out research, or at the internationally-renowned life sciences campus at Alderley Park. We returned to the new building and to our original site in Withington, Manchester, next to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust (Wilmslow Road, M20 4BX), UK in June 2023.

One of our current PhD students, Hannah Sheedy, talks about her research as she takes us on a tour of the Paterson Building:

CRUK MI comprises over 350 postdoctoral scientists, clinical fellows, scientific officers, administrative and technical staff, postgraduate research students and visiting fellows.  The CRUK Manchester Institute is currenty located across two building on the same site; the Paterson Building and the Manchester Cancer Research Centre (Oglesby Cancer Research Building).  Both buildings house research groups that are part of the Division of Cancer Sciences, The University of Manchester.   Groups work on many aspects of cancer research, from programmes investigating the molecular and cellular basis of cancer, to those focused on translational research and the development of novel therapeutic approaches, with considerable synergy and interaction across all groups.

The CRUK Manchester Institute offers postgraduate degrees for students interested in a career involving cancer research.  The Institute considers education of research and clinical scientists to be a major investment in the future generation of cancer researchers, and has an excellent track record of launching careers in basic, translation and clinical research.  As part of this commitment,  we have an active postgraduate programme that provides first class students and clinical research fellows the opportunity to study for cancer-related PhD degrees through a training programme that aims to improve effectiveness in research, provide professional and management skills and enhance career development.  Ninety-nine percent (99%) of our students in the past 8 years have found employment after graduation; half of these are in USA or European laboratories, with 20% of these students continuing to progress in their clinical careers in the NHS. Students leave the CRUK MI with excellent career prospects across the world. 

Cancer Research UK PhD Studentships

We are committed to training the next generation of cancer research scientists, helping launch careers in basic, translational and clinical cancer research. Postgraduate students enjoy a supportive environment, a challenging project and, together with tailored training in transferable and generic skills, development as independent scientists with excellent career prospects will ensue. 

A PhD should be an exciting and stimulating time.  We are looking for talented and motivated graduates with backgrounds in biological and biomedical sciences, mathematics, computer science and/or chemistry interested in pursuing scientific research careers.  As well as benefitting from dynamic and interactive research environment, graduate students will have access to outstanding facilities within the Institute.  

Each year we recruit students to join us on our 4 year PhD programme. Cancer Research UK studentships within the Institute and we welcome applications from UK, EU and international students.  CRUK studentships are fully funded by Cancer Research UK and come with a generous tax-free stipend (living allowance) of £21,000/annum (outside of London), tuition fees and allocation of appropriate level of funding to ensure the project bench fees are fully supported.  Projects are typically conducted within a single research group, although many students find themselves interacting and collaborating with more than one group as their project matures.

Studentships are advertised on our webpages annually in October/November with interviews taking place in January/February of the academic intake year. We are flexible as to intake within University postgraduate semesters with registrations in either April or September.  Additional PhD studentships and vacancies may be advertised at various times throughout the year.

Hear from some of our current PhD students on their research and experience at the CRUK Manchester Institute here

Self-Funding Students

If you have secured your own funding (stipend, tuition, bench and living fees) to undertake and support a PhD degree, and you are interested in study with a supervisor based at the CRUK Manchester Institute, you can submit an application directly to the University of Manchester for consideration; https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/study/research/apply/    Your application should clearly state how you intend to fund your studies for the duration, an outline of your proposed research and interests, supporting academic, sponsorship and financial documentation.  You will need to select "PhD Cancer Sciences" as the programme description on the application form.  Please note, regardless of funding, the CRUK Manchester Institute PhD admission criteria remains as above: a first or upper second class honours degree and minimum level of English language qualification.

Visiting Postgraduate Students (maximum 12 months)

Each year a number of students that are currently registered for a PGR programme at another institution spend time at the University undertaking research and training. All visiting students must be formally registered with the University of Manchester.

Appropriate registration of PGR student visitors on the student record system means that the University can meet its legal obligations for monitoring and oversight of students, e.g. for immigration, insurance, health and safety, and export control due diligence purposes. All students visiting the University for more than a week must be registered on Campus Solutions. Registration ensures the student experience, providing University identification, allowing access to email, access to the library and other buildings and facilities, as well as ensuring associated insurance cover.

It is, therefore, a requirement that the University of Manchester's Doctoral Academy is made aware of all visiting PGR students to enable the following:

• approve all tuition fee levels in advance of the student arrival (by the relevant Division Senior PGR)
• identify students that are considered to be part of a collaborative research arrangement (which attracts a one-off lower fee)*
• formally register the student on the University system to allow the payment of appropriate fees which covers swipe card, email, library access, insurance cover for access to buildings and facilities

Tuition fees may be applied at the ‘collaborative fee’ rate when the student is attached to a supervisor as part of a genuine collaborative research initiative, or when a supervisor has relocated from another institution with their research group but the student remains registered at that institution.

If you are interested in a visiting postgraduate place to study with a supervisor based at the CRUK Manchester Institute, you should contact the proposed supervisor directly to discuss further before submitting an application to the University of Manchester for consideration.

Monitoring, Mentoring, Progression and Supervision

Students offered a PhD position at the Institute will receive high quality training in scientific research through an intellectually demanding, but achievable research project.  Projects are internally and externally peer-reviewed and approved by the Education Committee in advance of a student commencing their project.  Every student will have a main supervisor, a nominated co-supervisor to contribute their expertise, and pastoral advisor to provide impartial support and advice.  A laboratory supervisor (post-doctoral fellow or associate scientist) will ensure that day-to-day supervision is provided for technical support.

eProg is the University of Manchester's online progression system to support you through the duration of your PGR programme.  It allows you to break down the requirements of the programme into manageable goals and supports you in planning achievable targets.  eProg enables you and your supervisory team to record and reflect on your progress against agreed objectives and deadlines.  Ultimately, it helps students complete their research programme both effectively and on time with set milestones and deadlines. eProg is accessible from any location throughout your PhD.

PhD progress is monitored via a mixture of oral presentations, written reports and progress meetings.  These modes of assessment are designed not only to provide formal points at which progress is monitored, but also to help develop the presentations skills which are a fundamental part of a successful research career.  We ask our PhD students to present their data regularly within their own research groups and also at internal/external seminars throughout their project.  This focused environment is key in providing an opportunity to present and discuss your research with peers.  

CRUK Manchester Institute Education Committee 

The Education acts for postgraduate students based within a core-funded Cancer Research group.  The Education Committee's goal is for every student to have an approved research degree proposal at the commencement of their studies ensuring this is both achievable and intellectually stimulating.  Alongside the supervisory team, the Education Committee monitors student progression, attends student talks and provides written feedback to students throughout the various yearly assessment stages of their project.  

The Education Committee is staffed by the Institute's senior group leaders, operational staff and student representatives;

• Chair and Director: Tim Somervaille
• Ex-Officio Member:  Caroline Dive
• Postgraduate Tutor: Santiago Zelenay
• Postgraduate Manager: Julie Edwards
• Academic staff members: Georges Lacaud, Claus Jorgensen, Caroline Wilkinson, Amaya Viros, Carlos Lopez Garcia, Mark Williams
• Student Representatives:   Sophie Richardson, Florentia Mousoullou

PGR Director

The School PGR Director leads postgraduate research activities within the School and works with the Head of School — and a team of Senior Tutors at Division level – to ensure that PGR objectives and issues are addressed at both a strategic and operational level.

Postgraduate Tutor (PGT)

Within the University of Manchester's School of Medical Sciences there is an appointed Postgraduate Tutor (PGT).  The role of the PGT within the CRUK Manchester Institute is to approve eProg milestones, advise on research progress, approve theses examiners, to provide academic and pastoral support and to serve as an Education Committee member.

Meetings and Conferences

The CRUK MI runs an external seminar series featuring talks from many of the leading scientists in cancer research, which our students attend. The speakers are internationally renowned scientists and we consider it essential that our students are exposed to outstanding research from leaders in different disciplines, which will give them a broad understanding of many aspects of cancer research and basic biology. In addition, we hold a series of weekly postdoctoral research seminars and attendance from PhD students is also an integral part of their learning. While students themselves are asked to give talks at key points during their PhD, they also have opportunities to present their work at lab meetings and during student forums within the Institute.

STAy (Science TakeAway) is a Committee group run by junior scientists and students in the CRUK Manchester Institute with the aim of providing a forum for discussions and training related to research, communication of scientific engagement and development of social and networking opportunities.  STAy are keen to encourage networking, career progression and personal growth of early-career researchers. 

The CRUK Manchester Institute Colloquium takes place annually in September, and is an excellent opportunity for our new intake of students to meet other established PhD students, members of the Institute, including group leaders, postdoctoral fellows, and scientific officers.  This forum communicates up to date science in the form of oral presentations given by group leaders and second year PhD students, as well as poster presentations from a range of scientists across the Institute covering all aspects of cancer research.

Cancer Research UK contributes towards an exclusive annual international PhD Student Cancer Conference (IPSCC) allowing high calibre students from top cancer research institutes across Europe to organise and present at their own scientific conference.  Core participating Institutes include the CRUK Manchester Institute, The Francis Crick, Cambridge Institute, Beatson Institute, Netherlands Cancer Institute, European School of Molecular Medicine, German Cancer Research and Max Delbruck Center for Molecular Medicine.

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Cancer Biology is no longer accepting new applications.

At the end of the MRes/PhD programme, candidates will be prepared for further postdoctoral training to produce the cancer research leaders of the future. 

The first year of this programme, the MRes in Cancer Biology, has research elements as well as additional training elements.

The overall MRes programme is designed to give students a broad understanding of both the basic biology as well as clinical management of the whole spectrum of malignant diseases. It also allows students to develop their own skills in experimental science as well as in project design and management.

The first-year MRes degree comprises two research rotations, a weekly 'Lectures in Cancer Biology and Medicine' series, together with a short intensive teaching period in genomic medicine, and a short placement in a patient-facing clinical setting. The placement will enable insight into the rewards and challenges of cancer research and development of diagnostics and treatments. Project write-ups, group presentations and the formation of a PhD proposal are also integral to the programme.

The MRes programme aims to introduce students to research skills and specialist knowledge as well as a more general grounding in cancer biology. Its main aims are:

• to give students with relevant experience at the first-degree level the opportunity to carry out focussed research in the discipline under close supervision; and
• to give students the opportunity to acquire or develop skills and expertise relevant to their research interests;
• to give students a broad grounding in both the theory of cancer genomic medicine and also more insight into the practicalities of clinical cancer treatment and care.

Successful completion of the one-year MRes programme will lead to a 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. 

PhD students are probationary during their first year. Full PhD registration occurs after the successful completion of a report and viva at the end of their first year of the PhD stage. The PhD itself is examined by thesis and viva.

Learning Outcomes

Students should leave the MRes year with an overview of the basic biology of cancer and of diagnosis, treatment and research frontiers across the range of different tumour types covered by the CRUK Cambridge Centre. Students should also obtain a better understanding of the practical treatment and management of cancer from a patient perspective.

By the end of the MRes programme, students will have:

• An understanding of the molecular basis of cancer formation.
• Insight into clinical issues related to cancer diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
• Experience of research in two different cancer-related laboratories.
• Written two research reports describing their research placements.
• Written a PhD proposal that will form the basis of their PhD in the CRUK Cambridge Centre, the expected next destination for the vast majority of this MRes cohort.

Students will also acquire enhanced technical skills from their rotation project and a broad appreciation of the literature and scientific methods and techniques applicable to their own projects. They will have developed their ability to critically evaluate research methodologies and outcomes. They will also have developed their project planning and management skills and should be able to formulate their own research questions.

At the end of their PhD, students should additionally:

• have a thorough grasp of the literature and research methodologies pertinent to their own research project;
• show the ability to undertake planning and execution of a research project independently;
• demonstrate originality in their ability to create and interpret new knowledge; and
• have gained skills in oral and written presentation.

The three written components of the work portfolio: two research reports and a PhD proposal,  and an oral examination of the PhD proposal and the general field of knowledge within which it falls will form the basis for the external and internal examiners' recommendations. 

For continuation from the MRes to a probationary PhD, an overall mark of at least 70% is required across the three pieces of work: two research reports and a PhD proposal. The PhD proposal and oral defence thereof must be at the level of distinction (75%).

The Postgraduate Virtual Open Day usually takes place at the end of October. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions to admissions staff and academics, explore the Colleges virtually, and to find out more about courses, the application process and funding opportunities. Visit the  Postgraduate Open Day  page for more details.

See further the  Postgraduate Admissions Events  pages for other events relating to Postgraduate study, including study fairs, visits and international events.

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Some courses can close early. See the Deadlines page for guidance on when to apply.

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These deadlines apply to applications for courses starting in Michaelmas 2024, Lent 2025 and Easter 2025.

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PhD Studentship in Pancreatic Cancer, UK Cambridge Institute

PhD Studentship in Pancreatic Cancer: Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute (CRUK CI) is offering a unique PhD studentship opportunity for individuals interested in researching the role of FOXA1 and its functional residues in pancreatic cancer. This research position aims to contribute to the understanding of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) and potentially identify novel drug targets for this deadly disease. The successful candidate will work with Professor Jason Carroll’s research group at CRUK CI, which is dedicated to advancing our knowledge of cancer biology.

Please note that this job post is based on publicly available information, and applicants are encouraged to verify details from the official website.

Job Description:

PhD Studentship: Defining the Role of FOXA1 and Functional Residues in Pancreatic Cancer

The project focuses on understanding the role of FOXA1 in PDAC metastasis and characterizing the amino acids on FOXA1 essential for its metastatic potential. The research aims to identify post-translational modifications (PTMs) crucial for FOXA1 and the enzymes responsible for these PTMs. Additionally, the project will investigate protein complexes formed with FOXA1 during the transition from primary tumor to metastasis. The ultimate goal is to discover regulatory enzymes that could be potential drug targets for this deadly disease.

Preferred Skills/Knowledge:

• Previous experience in molecular biology and biochemistry .
• Some prior genomic experience, although not essential.

Funding: Candidates wishing to be considered for funding should indicate their interest on the application form. Potential funding sources include a Cancer Research UK studentship, which covers University and College fees and provides a stipend of £21,000 per annum for an initial 3-year period, with the possibility of additional funding if required.

Eligibility: Applications are open to recent graduates or final year undergraduates worldwide who hold or expect to achieve a first/upper second-class degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject. Applicants with research experience from Master’s studies or laboratory work are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply: To apply, please use the University Applicant Portal at https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/cvcrpdmsc and select to commence study in Michaelmas term 2024 (October 2024).

Your application should include:

• Reference Request: Provide the names and contact details of two academic referees.
• Course Specific Question: Submit a statement of interest (limited to 2,500 characters) explaining your motivation for the studentship and the qualities and experience you’ll bring to the role. Mention how you learned about the studentship.
• Supporting Document: Upload your CV in PDF format, including a list of undergraduate examinations taken and, if available, your results.

Deadline: The application deadline is 13 November 2023 , with interviews expected to occur in the week beginning 15 January 2024.

Please quote reference SW38530 on your application and in any correspondence regarding this vacancy.

Disclaimer: This job post is based on information available at the time of writing. Applicants are encouraged to verify details, eligibility, and application procedures from the official Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute website.

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.

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