Cancer Research 4 Year PhD Studentships 2017

The Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute offers excellent laboratory facilities, underpinned by outstanding core facilities, including molecular biology services, next generation sequencing, real-time PCR, mass spectrometry, flow cytometry, histology, advanced imaging and a biological resources unit. This is an excellent opportunity to be at the forefront of cutting edge research funded by the largest independent cancer research charity in the world.

We have 6 projects on offer in 2017 spanning the whole spectrum of cancer research in the following CRUK Manchester Institute groups;

Cancer Inflammation and Immunity
Cell Division
Leukaemia Biology
Molecular Oncology
RNA and Computational Biology
Systems Oncology

Applications are invited from exceptionally high calibre students – recent graduates or final year undergraduates who have, or are expected to obtain a first or upper second class honours degree and who are highly committed to pursuing a PhD in cancer research.

Studentships are fully funded for 4 years commencing October 2017. Cancer Research UK sponsorship includes generous stipend, tuition and bench fees. Students trained within our research groups will matriculate from the University of Manchester.

Interested students can find full group project details, entry criteria and details on how to apply on the CRUK Manchester Institute website: www.cruk.manchester.ac.uk/education/PhD-Studentships

Closing date: Wednesday 30 November 2016

Interview date: Wednesday 11 January 2017