Sir John Gurdon-TCRS PhD Studentships in Developmental Biology

About the role

The University of Cambridge is advertising two four-year PhD studentships in developmental and regenerative biology, funded by the Sir John Gurdon-TCRS studentships. They were donated in memory of Professor Sir John Gurdon, who pioneered cloning and stem cell research. The studentships are open to home-fee-status candidates only, and are advertised as tenable at Gonville & Caius College.

Required profile

• A passion for developmental or regenerative biology and an aptitude for study or research.
• A good Upper Second-class degree (2:1) from a UK university, or an overseas equivalent.
• Applications are welcomed from people from groups under-represented in postgraduate study and from those who have faced educational or socio-economic disadvantage.
• Minimum English requirements apply.

How to apply

• Contact the prospective supervisor first, with a CV, academic record and two academic referees (one familiar with your record).
• If the supervisor agrees, apply through the University's online postgraduate application form, selecting the relevant departmental PhD course (Biochemistry, Genetics, Pharmacology or Physiology, Development & Neuroscience) and choosing the option to be considered for funding.
• Include the prospective supervisor's name, project title and a research proposal.
• Submit completed applications with all supporting documents and references by midnight UK time on 8 December 2026; interview dates are to be confirmed.

What we offer

• Fees covered at the home rate.
• An annual maintenance award at the UKRI rate of £21,805 in 2026/27.
• A research allowance of £4,500 per year.