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Stephen Thorpe

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PhD Positions in Cancer Research: Tumour-on-Chip, Immune Cell Function, and Tumour Microenvironment University College Dublin in Ireland

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Cell Biology

Funding

Full funding available
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Ireland

University

University College Dublin

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Keywords

Cell Biology
Oncology
Immunology
Biomedical Engineering
Biology
Cancer Research
Medical Science
Breast Cancer
Tumor Microenvironment
Pancreatic Cancer

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University College Dublin is advertising two PhD positions in cancer research, starting in September 2026, in the lab of Stephen Thorpe at the UCD Conway Institute and UCD School of Medicine.

The projects focus on biomedical engineering, cell biology, immunology, and oncology:

Project 1: Modulation of immune cell function in a tumour-on-chip model of pancreatic cancer
Project 2: Dissecting the role of the tumour microenvironment in subtype-specific treatment response in breast cancer

The opportunity is part of Precision Oncology Ireland and is funded by Research Ireland, Breakthrough Cancer Research, Cancer Trials Ireland, and the Mater Hospital Foundation. The post does not mention stipend, tuition, or other financial details, but it is presented as a funded PhD opening.

Applicants interested in cancer research, tumour models, immune cell function, and treatment response studies should review the application information and choose the project that best matches their interests. The post directs candidates to the application link for further information and to apply.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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