Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Scholarship 2027

The Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Scholarship 2027 is a funded doctoral studentship hosted by the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute at the University of Manchester. The project is based in the Skin Cancer and Ageing research group and investigates relationships between ageing, immunity and skin cancer using methods including lipidomics, spatial analysis and in vivo research. The studentship provides tuition fee coverage and a living stipend and is open to eligible UK and international candidates.

Full tuition fee coverage for the duration of the PhD; annual tax-free living stipend (£22,894 in the first year, with annual increases); support for laboratory and research-related expenses; research training and access to specialist facilities and supervisors.

Applicants must hold a first-class or upper-second-class undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject; a suitable academic background related to the research project is required. Relevant laboratory research experience or a master's-level qualification is advantageous.