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Postdoctoral Training Fellow

THE INSTITUTE OF CANCER RESEARCH
London
3 weeks ago
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Salary:Dependent on relevant Postdoctoral experience.

This role iseligible for ICR Sponsorship. Support will be provided for costs associated with Visa application. If you are considering relocating to the UK, further information can be foundhere .

Hours per week:35 hours per week (Full Time)

Location:Sutton

Closing Date:01 August 2025

Under the guidance of Prof. Simon Robinson , we are seeking to recruit aPostdoctoral Training Fellowtodevelop and apply pre-clinical MRI techniques to characterise the tumour microenvironment and its response to treatmentin vivo. The successful candidate will play a key role in exploiting MRI for adaptive radiotherapy, performing MRI-embedded investigations of tumour response to radiotherapy/immunotherapy drug combinations .

About you

The successful candidate must have a PhD (or supervisor’s pre-approval) in Physical or Biomedical Science, and accomplished in the a pplication of imaging techniques for the investigation of cancer. Experience in the d evelopment & application of MRI protocols, ideally in a pre-clinical setting, MRI image acquisition and associated software programming for data analysis would be advantageous.

The ICR has a workforce agreement stating that Postdoctoral Training Fellows can only be employed for up to 7 years as a PTDF at the ICR ( this includes experience gained at PDTF level prior to joining the ICR).

  • A dynamic and supportive research environment
  • Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities
  • Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
  • Competitive salary and pension

We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Prof. Robinson via email ().

About The Institute of Cancer Research

Why work for us?

As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range ofstaff benefits .

The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles,please click here to find out further information.

The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be foundhere.

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back – if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.

Salary Range: £45,600 - £49,350 per annum


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