Doctoral Fellowships for Clinicians (PhD – 3 years fully funded) at The Francis Crick Institute, London

Summary

The Francis Crick Institute offers five fully funded three‑year Doctoral Fellowships for clinicians. Fellows join a world‑class research environment, work on biomedical discovery projects, and receive a salary, tuition, research, training and travel support. The programme provides primary supervision at the Crick and a secondary supervisor from a partner university, along with a dedicated thesis committee. Benefits include state‑of‑the‑art laboratories, comprehensive training, and access to advanced facilities. Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree or higher in a medical or clinical field, have GMC registration (or equivalent), a strong academic record, and be fluent in English. The position is full‑time, temporary, and based at the Crick’s London campus.

Key Facts

Position Type	Doctoral Fellowship
Discipline	Biomedical discovery
Research Area	Biomedical discovery research
Degree Required	Undergraduate degree or higher in a medical/clinical field
Salary	Salary commensurate with current clinical experience and stage of training
Funding	Fully funded (salary, tuition fees, research costs, training expenses, travel costs)
Contract Duration	3 years
Language	Fluent English
Employer Address	215 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BE, United Kingdom
Employer Contact	Email: [email protected]; Phone: +44 (0)20 3796 1745

About the Project

Fellows will conduct independent biomedical discovery research aligned with the Crick’s multidisciplinary focus, aiming to improve disease understanding, develop diagnostic methods, advance prevention strategies, and enhance treatment approaches. Projects are carried out in well‑resourced laboratories with access to cutting‑edge technology and are supervised jointly by Crick and partner‑university mentors.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct biomedical discovery research
• Work on independent research projects aligned with Crick's research areas
• Collaborate with primary and secondary supervisors
• Present research at conferences and seminars
• Contribute to the publication of research findings
• Participate in the broader research community at the Crick

Required Skills

• Strong academic track record
• GMC registration or equivalent
• Fluent English language proficiency

Who Should Apply

Clinicians with a medical or clinical undergraduate degree or higher, a strong academic track record, GMC registration (or equivalent), and fluent English proficiency who wish to pursue a PhD in biomedical discovery research.

Benefits

• Well‑resourced research laboratories
• State‑of‑the‑art science technology platforms
• Supportive and stimulating research environment
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Access to advanced research facilities and equipment

About the Employer

The Francis Crick Institute is a leading biomedical research centre in London that brings together multiple scientific disciplines to understand, diagnose, prevent and treat disease. It offers a supportive environment, cutting‑edge facilities and collaborative opportunities for clinicians pursuing doctoral research.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the fellowship?

The fellowship lasts three years.

How many positions are available?

Five positions are available.

What are the eligibility criteria?

Applicants must be clinicians with an undergraduate degree or higher in a medical/clinical field, GMC registration (or equivalent), a strong academic record, and fluent English.