Kidani Professorship of Integrated Cancer Medicine

The Board of Electors to the Kidani Professorship of Integrated Cancer Medicine invite applications for this Professorship from persons whose work falls within the general field of the Professorship to take up appointment in 2027. 

Candidates will have an outstanding research record of international stature in leading multidisciplinary translational cancer research involving advanced computational approaches and the vision, leadership, experience and enthusiasm to help us realise an ambitious vision for digital enabled detection, prevention and treatment of cancer in the new Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital. They will hold a PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification. 

Standard professorial duties include leading a research team, postgraduate teaching, and supervision as well as some administration. The Professor will be based in the Early Cancer Institute, University of Cambridge and space will be available in the CCRH from 2031. A competitive salary and a generous start-up package will be offered. 

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above. 

For further information, please click on the 'Apply' button above or contact the Human Resources, University Offices, The Old Schools, Cambridge, CB2 1TT, (email: professorships@admin.cam.ac.uk). 

Applications, consisting of a letter of application, a statement of current and future research vision and plans, a curriculum vitae and a publications list, along with details of three referees should be made online no later than 26 October 2026. 

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Rebecca Fitzgerald, Director of the Early Cancer Institute and academic lead for the CCRH: rcf29@cam.ac.uk. 

Please quote reference RD50746 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.

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