ICR PhD: AI-driven discovery of polygenic synthetic lethal interactions in human cancers (2027)
The Institute of Cancer Research
The Institute of Cancer Research in London is recruiting for Dr Syed Haider’s ICR-funded AI and cancer PhD project in Chelsea, starting October 2027. The listed deadline is 16 November 2026; ICR-funded science studentships cover tuition, project costs and a living stipend.
The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) lists “AI-driven discovery of polygenic synthetic lethal interactions in human cancers” among its fully funded PhD projects for an October 2027 start. The primary supervisor is Dr Syed Haider and the primary site is Chelsea, London. The project is advertised as funded by ICR. Applicants should review the project details and application process on the ICR website, then apply through its Student Recruitment System. The ICR asks applicants to select three project preferences in the online application.
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Benefits
This ICR-funded project is advertised as fully funded. ICR states that its science PhD studentships cover tuition fees, project running costs and a tax-free living stipend, usually for up to four years. Its current stipend is £27,565 per year; the October 2027 rate may differ.
Eligibility summary
ICR-funded studentships are open to candidates of all nationalities. Applications are invited from talented graduates and final-year undergraduates. Applicants must meet ICR degree and English-language requirements; check the current project details before applying.
Requirements
Selection is competitive. Applicants must submit through ICR’s Student Recruitment System and name three project preferences. Do not send applications or CVs directly to the supervisor; ICR considers only submissions through its portal.
Documents required
University transcripts and project summaries requested in the online form, plus two references, at least one academic. The portal provides the complete requirements.
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