Pre-doctoral Research Bursary
Cancer Research UK's Pre-doctoral Research Bursary funds early-career clinicians and health professionals to gain hands-on research experience across diverse cancer research areas.
Funder: Cancer Research UK
Due Dates: March 5, 2026 (May 2026 review) | September 24, 2026 (November 2026 review)
Funding Amounts: Up to £25,000 for 12 months (standard); up to £50,000 for pathology trainees (12 months)
Summary: Short-term funding for clinicians and health professionals to gain early career research experience in cancer research.
Key Information: Must be held at a UK institution; flexible/part-time applications encouraged; twice-yearly deadlines.
Description
The Pre-doctoral Research Bursary from Cancer Research UK provides short-term funding for clinicians and health professionals at an early career stage to gain hands-on research experience in cancer. The bursary aims to help applicants obtain preliminary data and research skills ahead of applying for further fellowships or doctoral training. Projects can span a wide range of cancer-relevant research areas, including basic science, preclinical studies, imaging, radiotherapy, engineering and physical sciences, population research, and early detection. The scheme encourages proposals addressing cancers of unmet need and strategic priorities. Flexible and part-time working is supported.
