Kidani Professorship of Integrated Cancer Medicine

Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university is inviting applications for the Kidani Professorship of Integrated Cancer Medicine based in Cambridge. The ideal candidate will have an outstanding research record in multidisciplinary translational cancer research, advanced computational approaches, and leadership capabilities. This role includes standard professorial duties such as teaching, research, and administration, with a competitive salary offered. Applications must be submitted by 31 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Outstanding research record of international stature in multidisciplinary translational cancer research.
• Experience in advanced computational approaches.
• Vision, leadership, experience, and enthusiasm to build on current strengths.

Responsibilities

• Standard professorial duties include teaching and research, examining, supervision, and administration.

Education

PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Job description

# Kidani Professorship of Integrated Cancer MedicineThe 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.Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Further information is available at: or contact the Human Resources, University Offices, The Old Schools, Cambridge, CB2 1TT, (email: [e-mail]).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): [e-mail] 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.### Department/location### Salary### ReferenceRD47951### Category### Date published14 November 2025### Closing date31 January 2026