Cancer Research UK
Clinical Trial Fellowship
2025 submission deadline has passed; next cycle expected annually, typically reviewed in November
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No deadline is on file for this call. Check Cancer Research UK's own call page for the current round's status before you plan around it.
Cancer Research UK's Clinical Trial Fellowship funds UK clinicians in specialty training to develop expertise in cancer clinical trials, with up to £50,000 per year for up to three years (50% matched by the host institution). The fellowship is open to medical practitioners eligible to practise in the UK, hosted at a university, hospital, or UKCRC-registered Clinical Trials Unit, and requires collaboration with a registered CTU to ensure exposure across multiple trial portfolios. This is a structured training fellowship targeting clinicians transitioning from hospital posts into clinical trial leadership roles.
Details
| Funder | Cancer Research UK |
| Budget | 50% of salary + running expenses |
| Duration | Up to 3 years |
| Consortium | Required — joint lead applicant must be a senior member of staff at a UKCRC-registered CTU |
| Application | 1) Contact CRUK to discuss eligibility; 2) Submit application via Flexi-Grant; 3) Interview with Expert Review Panel; 4) Research Careers Committee makes final decision |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Next round | 2026-01 |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
Fellowship for clinicians conducting clinical trial research. CRUK funds 50% of salary; host institution or funding partner must provide matched 50% funding confirmed at application. Mentor required (senior academic, not line manager). Clinical/patient-sample research focus; NHS pay scales apply for salary costing.
Who Should Apply
- •UK-eligible clinicians in specialty or run-through training posts
- •Medical practitioners hosted at a UK university, hospital, or UKCRC-registered CTU
- •Clinicians committed to developing expertise across multiple cancer clinical trials
- •Applicants with matched-funding support committed from their host institution
Key Dates
- •Next expected deadline November 2026 (annual cycle; 2025 round has closed)
- •Three-stage process: pre-application contact, Flexi-Grant submission, Expert Review Panel interview, then Research Careers Committee final decision
- •Up to three-year fellowship duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Contact fellowships@cancer.org.uk before submitting to clarify fit with your CTU collaboration and matched-funding arrangement, early dialogue can prevent late-stage rejections.
- ✓The 50% host-institution match is mandatory; confirm this is secured before applying, not after shortlisting.
- ✓Emphasise your plan to gain experience across multiple trials within a single CTU; reviewers assess breadth of training exposure, not depth in one study.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Cancer Research UK Clinical Trial Fellowship pay?
Up to £50,000 per year for up to three years, covering 50% of salary and 50% of running expenses. The host institution must provide 50% matched funding.
Who is eligible for the Clinical Trial Fellowship?
UK-eligible clinicians in specialty or run-through training, hosted at a UK university, hospital, or UKCRC-registered Clinical Trials Unit, with a formal collaboration agreement with a registered CTU.
Do I need to find matched funding before I apply?
Yes, the 50% host-institution match is a requirement; you must confirm this support from your institution before submitting.
Is the Clinical Trial Fellowship open to all medical specialties?
No, it is specifically for clinicians developing expertise in cancer clinical trials; applicants must plan training across multiple cancer-relevant studies.
When is the next Clinical Trial Fellowship deadline?
The fellowship runs on an annual cycle with a November committee review expected; the 2025 round has closed and the next round is expected in 2026.
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