Kidani Professorship of Integrated Cancer Medicine

University of Cambridge - Department of Oncology

Location: Cambridge

Salary: Competitive salary

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Placed On: 14th January 2026

Closes: 31st January 2026

Job Ref: RD47951

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 on 1 October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

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 build on current strengths in maintaining and developing a leading research presence. They will hold a PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification.

Standard professorial duties include teaching and research, examining, supervision and administration. The Professor will be based in Cambridge. A competitive salary will be offered.

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

Further information is available via 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 plans, a curriculum vitae and a publications list, along with details of three referees should be made online no later than 31 January 2026.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Rebecca Fitzgerald (Head of Department of Oncology): rcf29@cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference RD47951 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.