Postdoctoral Training Fellow – Biology (Cancer Therapeutics)

As a Postdoctoral Training Fellow, the work centres on the team delivers bespoke, hypothesis-driven data packages to support decision-making for launch of drug discovery projects. It would suit someone who can bring patience, clear communication, and respectful care standards to the role.

How the role is set up

We are one of the world’s most influential cancer research institutes with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. We came top in the league table of university research quality compiled from the Research Excellence Framework in 2014 and second in 2021.

Where someone would start

The team delivers bespoke, hypothesis-driven data packages to support decision-making for launch of drug discovery projects. They will have the opportunity to direct their own research towards target identification, validation and drug discovery.

What helps someone build confidence

Handling shift-by-shift responsibilities with consistency and care. Strong professional approach.

What is expected

• Candidates who are nearing completion of their PhD may apply, but confirmation on awarded PhD is required within 6 months of employment.
• The ICR has a workforce agreement stating that Postdoctoral Training Fellows can only be employed for up to 7 years as PDTF at the ICR, providing total postdoctoral experience (inc.
• Applicants must have a PhD in cell biology, cancer biology, genetics, or similar.

Job details

• Additional detail: Training or development support may be provided.