About the role
Project overview
This interdisciplinary project is funded by a programme grant from Cancer Research UK Prevention and Population research committee, and is part of an international partnership with academic groups in Oxford, Boston, USA and the Weizmann Institute, Israel
The student will work within the Yong, Quezada and Chain groups at UCL. The underlying hypothesis is that the transition from precancerous to cancerous state is driven by a combination of cell intrinsic (tumour evolution at the genomic level) and extrinsic factors (loss of immune control). Our recent work has highlighted a role for tumour-reactive cytotoxic effector T cells in the immune tumour environment.
About you
Candidate profile
Essential:
1. First class degree in molecular biology, immunology or related field
2. Experience with cell culture, flow cytometry, molecular biology
3. Understanding of cancer biology and immunology
4. Excellent analytical, problem solving and communication skills
5. Ability to work independently and collaboratively
6. Strong motivation, initiative and creative skills
Desirable
7. Peer reviewed publications
8. Bioinformatics experience
Applicants must qualify for UK Home fee status and meet UCL PhD admissions criteria
Key Dates
9. Application Deadline: 24th April
10. Interviews: - Week beginning 04 May
11. Start Date:- 01 Sept
How to Apply
Submit the following by 24th April - (using the apply button.)
12. CV including:
13. Contact details of two referees (one academic).
14. A short statement (< words) explaining how your experience aligns with the project and person specification.
15. Academic transcripts and certificates (PDF format). Include official English translations if applicable.
References:
Ask your referees to email their letters directly to by the deadline. Subject line must include the studentship title and your surname.
For questions about the project, contact Prof Kwee Yong (), Benny Chain () and Lydia Lee ()
For application queries, contact:
What we offer
This is a full time fully funded 4year PhD studentship funded by Cancer Research UK, successful candidates will receive a non-taxable annual stipend of £24, covering tuition fees at