UKCancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Scholarship is a PhD studentship opportunity within the Skin Cancer and Ageing research group at the CRUK Manchester Institute; applications close on 6th November 2026 and the project intake is October 2027.
The studentship is hosted by the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute (an Institute of The University of Manchester) and is part of their PhD programme led by Prof Amaya Virós within the Skin Cancer and Ageing group, partnered with The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.
Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Scholarship Benefits
- Tuition Fees: Fully covered for the duration of the program.
- Living Stipend: A tax-free annual stipend (living allowance).
- Research/Bench Fees: Project running costs and lab expenses fully supported.
- This vital combination of training and support helps our students develop as independent scientists with excellent career prospects.
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Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants should hold or expect to graduate with a First or minimum upper-second class undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent from a non-UK university) in a relevant subject and Masters-level and/or other laboratory research experience in cancer.
- Laboratory research experience as part of, or outside of, a university degree course or a Master-level degree in a relevant subject is advantageous but is not a conditional requirement in making an application.
How to Apply for Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Scholarship?
- To apply for this studentship please complete the online application through our secure PhD Student Recruitment portal, which you can access by clicking the “Apply Now” button.
- All applications will be considered equally irrespective of ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender, religion/belief, age and nationality.
- To help the CRUK Manchester Institute monitor equality, diversity and inclusion, you will be asked to complete and submit an EDI monitoring form during the application process.
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Friday, 6 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, supervisors, start date, and how to apply.
What is the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Scholarship about?
The PhD project is part of the Skin Cancer and Ageing research group and will study how ageing modifies the lipid composition of the extracellular milieu and how this impacts immune competence, using lipidomics, spatial approaches and in vivo methods.
Who is the host or lead supervisor for this Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Scholarship?
The supervisor for the project is Amaya Virós with co-supervisor Dr Jonathan Worboys. The project is led within the Skin Cancer and Ageing Group at the CRUK Manchester Institute.
What are the eligibility requirements?
Applicants should hold or expect to graduate with a First or minimum upper-second class undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject and have Masters-level and/or other laboratory research experience in cancer. Laboratory experience is advantageous but not required.
When is the application deadline?
Applications close on 6th November 2026 at 17:00 GMT. Applicants are asked to ensure submission before 1700 GMT on the closing date.
When does the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Scholarship start?
The page states the intake is October 2027 for this PhD opportunity, indicating the project start is expected in October 2027.
How do I apply for the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute PhD Scholarship?
You must complete the online application through the secure PhD Student Recruitment portal, accessed via the Apply Now button or the recruitment portal link provided on the CRUK Manchester Institute site.
Is there an equality and diversity requirement during application?
Yes. Applicants will be asked to complete and submit an EDI monitoring form during the application process; this information will not form any part of selection and will not be shared with selection panels.
Are applications considered from international candidates?
All applications will be considered equally irrespective of ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender, religion/belief, age and nationality, according to the information on the CRUK Manchester Institute page.
Where can I find project details and a PDF?
A PDF of the PhD project (Amaya-Viros-PhD-project_Jan2027.pdf) is available for download from the project details section on the CRUK Manchester Institute page.
Who can I contact with questions about the project?
The page includes a contact form to submit questions to the student team, specifically a form for questions about Amaya Virós’ PhD project; use that form to contact the student team with project queries.
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