Senior Research Associate (Krishnan-Ang Distinguished Scholar - JGL in Urological Cancers)

Urological Cancers)

With the very generous support of the Krishnan Ang Foundation in association with Trinity College, the Urological Malignancies Virtual Institute (UMVI) within the CRUK Cambridge Centre at the University of Cambridge is pleased to seek applications for a new research group. We are especially interested in scientists focused on the biology and treatment of localised kidney, prostate or bladder cancer. Based in one of the associated laboratories of the UMVI, the junior group leader will be affiliated with Trinity College as a Trinity Research Associate and be a member of the Trinity Postdoctoral Society. The exceptional funding available provides full salary support for the group leader for five years plus funding for a postdoctoral Research Associate, a Research Assistant, a PhD student and consumables.

For this exceptional opportunity, we are seeking an ambitious researcher whose science will complement and synergise with our existing research programmes whilst bringing new approaches to strengthen our focus on (a) early detection of urological cancers and (b) multimodal treatment of high-risk urological cancers. You will be ready to lead your own research group or have already started a group and will be making an impact in your field through published work, innovative projects and a distinctive vision for your research. Applications received from Clinicians in the field of Urological Cancer at ST6 or above will be considered.

This position would be ideal for a candidate with 3-5 years post-doctoral experience, distinctive research achievements and a cutting-edge research plan for the next 5 years focussing on cancer early detection and /or biology.

Cambridge is one of the premier places in the world to study urological cancers and the early detection of cancer. It is home to one of the largest concentrations of researchers studying urological cancers in Europe and the new Early Cancer Institute, the only institute dedicated to the early detection of cancer in the UK. You will be located on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, offering an unrivalled scientific ecosystem and exceptional research facilities. Potential locations include the CRUK Cambridge Institute, Early Cancer Institute or Department of Surgery. We offer a highly collegiate and supportive environment, the opportunity to work with world leading colleagues and the chance to build a career making a significant impact in the study of urological cancers.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 5 years in the first instance.

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Applicants should upload a curriculum vitae (max 3 pages, including date of PhD and details of any career gaps if applicable) with contact details of 3 referees, and a 2 page outline of your research proposal, by 3 July 2024. Informal enquiries are welcome via email to Prof Grant Stewart ([email protected]). Please quote reference RE41956 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Benefits include generous maternity/paternity leave, flexible working, funds for returning carers and other family-friendly schemes.

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Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and a CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

For Clinical Applicants -

This is an integrated appointment between the University and Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust ("NHS Trust"). You will therefore also be issued with an Honorary Clinical Contract by the NHS Trust. You should be aware that if your contract with the NHS Trust is terminated your employment with the University will be terminated, and vice versa.

Please ensure that you upload a covering letter, CV and a completed Additional Information for Clinical Researchers form in the Upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application. Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Please quote reference RE41956 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Department of Surgery

£45,585-£57,696

RE41956

Research

6 June 2024

3 July 2024