Job Description

Ref Number

B02-09603

Professional Expertise

Research and Research Support

Department

School of Life & Medical Sciences (B02)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Full time

Salary

68,284-76,244

Contract Type

Fixed-term

Working Type

On site

Available for Secondment

No

Closing Date

13-Nov-2025

About us

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University College London (UCL) is one of the UK's premier research and teaching institutions, consistently ranked among the top 15 universities globally. Our Biomedical Faculty is one of the largest in Europe and closely integrated with University College London Hospitals (UCLH), which houses cutting-edge facilities in central London, including:


The UCLH Macmillan Cancer Centre The UCLH Proton Beam Therapy Centre The Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospital

The

Cancer Research UK & UCL Cancer Trials Centre (CTC)

, established in 1996, is one of the UK's largest academic cancer trials centres. The

UCL Cancer Institute

hosts over 100 million in grant income, 50 scientific group leaders, 32 clinical scientists, and 50 honorary clinical consultants. It is internationally recognised and part of the Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre network.

About the role

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We are seeking to appoint either a

Senior Research Fellow

or a

Principal Research Fellow

to join the UCL Cancer Institute. The successful candidate will contribute to research aligned with the

NIHR University College London Hospitals Biomedical Research Centre (BRC)

priorities, which include:


Cancer Immunotherapy Early Diagnosis of Cancer Tumour Heterogeneity and Targeted Therapy Improving Therapeutic Index in Non-Chemotherapy Treatments

Full details of BRC cancer priorities can be found here. Cancer | UCLH Biomedical Research Centre.

Senior Research Fellow

: You will develop research projects and be supported to secure fellowship funding and establish a world-leading research group.

Principal Research Fellow

: You will lead an independent research group, provide academic leadership, and mentor both laboratory scientists and research-active clinicians.

About you

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Senior Research Fellow

candidates should:


Hold a PhD in a relevant field aligned with BRC priority areas Demonstrate excellent research outputs Show evidence of influence and networking in their field Be capable of securing independent funding

Principal Research Fellow

candidates should meet the above criteria and additionally:


Demonstrate leadership in a research area aligned with BRC priorities Have experience mentoring junior researchers and clinicians.

Application instructions

Applicants should submit:

A CV

A cover letter

that addresses the

essential and desirable criteria

outlined in the

Person Specification

.

Note: If a cover letter is provided, applicants may leave the

"Why you have applied for this role"

field blank in the application form.

Selection Process

The in-person selection process will consist of

two stages:

Presentation/Talk

Delivered to the

Cancer Institute research community

.

Interview

These are expected to take place over two days in early or mid-December. Exact dates will be confirmed with shortlisted applicants as soon as possible.

What we offer

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41 days holiday (including 27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 6 closure days) Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan On-site nursery and gym Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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As London's Global University, UCL values diversity as a driver of creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone belongs.



We particularly welcome applications from groups underrepresented in UCL's workforce, including:


Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds Disabled people LGBTQI+ individuals Women (for Grade 9 and 10 roles)

Learn more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/