Champalimaud Foundation
Würth Early Career Principal Investigator – Botton-Champalimaud Pancreatic Cancer Centre
Posted 12 May 2026; no closing date specified
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The Würth Early Career Principal Investigator Award funds early-career researchers to establish independent research groups at the Botton-Champalimaud Pancreatic Cancer Centre in Lisbon. Candidates are expected to build a research programme focused on pancreatic cancer, leveraging the Centre's infrastructure and multidisciplinary environment. This is a hosted position rather than portable funding, suited to researchers ready to commit to a dedicated cancer centre.
Details
| Funder | Champalimaud Foundation |
| Consortium | No |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
Eligibility & scope
Early-career PI position at the Botton-Champalimaud Pancreatic Cancer Centre. Candidates are expected to establish an independent research group focused on pancreatic cancer. Host institution is in Lisbon, Portugal.
Who Should Apply
- •Early-career researchers with a strong publication record in pancreatic cancer or closely related fields
- •Postdoctoral or newly independent investigators ready to establish a dedicated research group
- •Candidates committed to relocating to or based in Lisbon, Portugal
- •Researchers with translational or fundamental oncology expertise aligned with the Centre's research priorities
Key Dates
- •Posted 12 May 2026; no closing date specified on record
- •Check with Champalimaud Foundation directly for application deadline and review timeline
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The Centre's multidisciplinary environment is a strength in your application, emphasise how your research programme will integrate with existing pancreatic cancer groups.
- ✓Hosted positions at dedicated cancer centres require a clear commitment to the Centre's scientific mission; align your independence goals with Centre strategy.
- ✓Contact the Centre directly to clarify the timeline and any ongoing recruitment phases; this is an institutional hire, not a time-boxed open call.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Würth Early Career PI Award?
An award to establish an independent research group focused on pancreatic cancer at the Botton-Champalimaud Pancreatic Cancer Centre in Lisbon.
Where is the host institution?
The Botton-Champalimaud Pancreatic Cancer Centre is located in Lisbon, Portugal.
What research focus is expected?
Candidates must establish a research programme centred on pancreatic cancer, whether translational or fundamental in scope.
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