Advanced Clinician Scientist Fellowship
Cancer Research UK’s Advanced Clinician Scientist Fellowship develops established clinician scientists—MD/PhD holders with CCT and consultant status—into independent research leaders across all cancer research areas (excluding interventional trials and drug discovery).
Eligibility Criteria:
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Based at a UK university or research institute for the fellowship duration.
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Higher research degree (MD, PhD, or equivalent) in a cancer-relevant field.
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Completed CCT and hold consultant status.
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Significant postdoctoral research experience.
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Meet “establishing independence” career stage competencies per CRUK’s Fellowships Competency Framework.
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Must not hold a tenured academic post at an HEI or research institute.
Funding Details:
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Amount: Up to £1.5 million (FEC) over 5 years
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Use of Funds:
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Fellow’s salary at honorary consultant grade
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Salaries and running costs for up to two posts (postdoc, technician, or non-clinical PhD student)
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Associated running expenses and equipment (≤ £25,000)
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Relocation costs (≤ £1,000)
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Optional EMBO Lab Leadership course for group-leadership training
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Additional Benefits: Access to CRUK networking, training, flexible working policies, and Tier 1 visa acceleration.
Deadline:
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Preliminary Submission: 2 October 2025
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Committee Review: December 2025 (round opens June 2025)
Where to Go for Further Information & Application:
Full scheme guidance and online application via CRUK Fellowships:
Contact your regional Research Grants Manager at [email protected].
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