Postdoctoral Training Fellow – Cancer Stem Cell
Key Information
Salary: Salary from £45,600 per annum. Dependent on relevant Postdoctoral experience. Future progression is based on annual performance review.
Duration of Contract: Fixed Term for 3 years initially
Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time)
Location: Chelsea
Closing Date: 29th July 2026
This role is eligible for ICR Sponsorship. If this is your first visa in the UK, support will be provided for costs associated with Visa application. If you are considering relocating to the UK, further information can be found here.
Role Description
Under the guidance of Professor Axel Behrens, we are seeking a Postdoctoral Training Fellow. We are looking for a highly motivated and creative molecular biologist with a strong background in breast cancer biology. The goal of the project is to use advanced genetic cancer mouse models and patient‑derived human cancer organoids, to apply cancer biology skills to elucidate mechanisms of breast cancer stem cell biology and metastasis formation, with the ultimate aim of developing novel therapeutics.
Department and Team
This post will sit within the Cancer Stem Cell team, part of the Breast Cancer Research Division.
Qualifications
- Considerable experience in cancer biology
- Considerable experience in working with human patient‑derived cancer organoids
- Considerable experience in working with in‑vivo breast cancer models
- Considerable experience in CRISPR modification of human patient‑derived cancer organoids
Candidates who are nearing completion of their PhD may apply, but confirmation on awarded PhD is required within 6 months of employment.
The ICR has a workforce agreement stating that Postdoctoral Training Fellows can only be employed for up to 7 years as PDTF at the ICR, with total postdoctoral experience (including previous employment at this level elsewhere) not exceeding 7 years.
Benefits and Working Environment
- 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
Equal Opportunity Statement
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.
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